Drake Sets Album Charts Record as First Artist to Hold Top Three Positions With ‘Iceman,’ ‘Habibti’ and ‘Maid of Honour’
Drake has made history by becoming the first artist to occupy the top three positions on the Billboard albums chart with his new releases. His album 'Iceman' debuted at No. 1, followed by 'Habibti' and 'Maid of Honour' at Nos. 2 and 3, respectively. This achievement marks a significant milestone in his career, as he ties with Taylor Swift for the most No. 1 albums among solo acts.
- ▪Drake's album 'Iceman' debuted at No. 1 with 463,000 equivalent album units.
- ▪He has now achieved 15 chart-toppers, surpassing Jay-Z's record for most No. 1s among solo men and R&B/hip-hop artists.
- ▪Drake's 'Iceman' marks the biggest week of the year for an R&B/hip-hop record.
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Home Music News May 24, 2026 12:56pm PT Drake Sets Album Charts Record as First Artist to Hold Top Three Positions With ‘Iceman,’ ‘Habibti’ and ‘Maid of Honour’ By Steven J. Horowitz Plus Icon Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer speriod Latest Phil Collins Says He Would ‘Contemplate’ Performing Live Again as Condition Improves: ‘I’m Healthier Now Than I’ve Been for Quite a While’ 2 days ago Charli xcx Serves High Fashion on the Runway in ‘SS26’ Music Video 3 days ago Mya Discusses How Classic ’80s Funk Inspired New Album ‘Retrospect’ and Why Going Independent Changed Her Approach to Music 5 days ago See All Getty Images Drake has become the first artist to hold the top three slots on the albums chart as “Iceman,” “Habibti” and “Maid of Honour” debut at Nos. 1, 2 and 3, respectively.
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