Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

UK Pop Artists Fall Short in Global Chart Rankings

2/23/2025

32 3

Summary

Story summary

For the first time in over two decades, British pop artists missed the global top 10 in bestselling singles and albums in 2024. American sensation Benson Boone claimed the top spot with "Beautiful Things," while Taylor Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department" dominated as the bestselling album. Artemas led the British entries, landing at a disappointing 15th place.

1 of 1

Story summary

For the first time in over two decades, British pop artists missed the global top 10 in bestselling singles and albums in 2024. American sensation Benson Boone claimed the top spot with "Beautiful Things," while Taylor Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department" dominated as the bestselling album. Artemas led the British entries, landing at a disappointing 15th place.