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Drake Dethrones Kendrick Lamar on Multiple Billboard Charts With “What Did I Miss?”
Drake has reclaimed the spotlight in the American music scene, debuting at No. 1 on multiple Billboard charts with his latest single, “What Did I Miss?”. The track’s immediate impact reflects not only his enduring dominance in the industry but also a shift in this year’s heated chart competition with rival Kendrick Lamar.
The Canadian rap icon now sits atop the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and Hot Rap Songs charts—two of the most influential genre-based rankings curated by Billboard. These charts factor in digital sales, streaming activity, and radio airplay to measure a song’s overall reach and popularity across the United States.
This major win sees Drake unseat Kendrick Lamar, who previously held the No. 1 spot on both charts with “Luther,” a high-performing collaboration with fellow artist SZA. “Luther” had set a new record for the longest run at No. 1 on these charts, spending an impressive 28 weeks at the top. Now, Drake’s “What Did I Miss?” ends that historic streak, marking a significant turning point in the ongoing narrative between the two artists.
Drake Bounces Back From Recent Setback
Drake’s latest chart-topper comes on the heels of a near-miss with “Nokia,” a single from his album Some Sexy Songs for You. Despite being a fan favorite, “Nokia” failed to topple “Luther,” peaking at No. 2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, Hot Rap Songs, and even the all-genre Hot 100 charts.
With “What Did I Miss?” now claiming No. 1 across various platforms, Drake has once again demonstrated his unmatched consistency. It marks his 31st chart-topping single on both genre-based charts, and he’s now accumulated an extraordinary 139 top 10 hits on the R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and 142 on the Rap Songs list.
Dominance Beyond the Genre Charts
In addition to genre-specific success, “What Did I Miss?” has made a clean sweep across several other Billboard categories. The single launches at No. 1 on the Streaming Songs, Digital Song Sales, R&B/Hip-Hop Streaming Songs, R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales, Rap Streaming Songs, and Rap Digital Song Sales charts. This widespread dominance cements Drake’s status as one of the most powerful and influential artists of his generation.
As the chart battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar continues, fans and critics alike are watching closely to see what’s next. For now, Drake holds the upper hand, and “What Did I Miss?” proves to be more than just a title—it’s a bold statement.
