Drake's surprise three-album drop makes UK album chart history
Drake has made history in the UK music charts by becoming the first artist to debut three studio albums in the top 10 simultaneously. His new albums, Iceman, Habibti, and Maid of Honour, were released on May 15 and include a total of 43 songs. While the albums have received mixed reviews, Drake has broken streaming records, solidifying his status as a leading figure in the music industry.
- ▪Drake's three new albums debuted in the UK top 10, with Iceman at number one.
- ▪He is the first artist to debut three studio albums in the top 10 simultaneously.
- ▪The albums feature collaborations with artists like Central Cee and 21 Savage.
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Drake's surprise three-album drop makes UK album chart history13 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleNaomi de SouzaBBC NewsbeatGetty ImagesFans had been waiting for one new Drake album - but ended up with threeDrake has made UK chart history by becoming the first artist to debut three studio albums inside the top 10.The rapper dropped his anticipated solo record, Iceman, plus two more surprise ones - Habibti and Maid of Honour - on 15 May.They're the first projects he's released since his beef with US rapper Kendrick Lamar escalated in 2024.Iceman's gone in straight at number one on the weekly UK official albums charts, with Maid of Honour at six and Habibti and seven.The Official Charts Company confirmed Drake is the first artist "to debut three studio albums inside the Top 10…
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