Taylor Swift’s album “The Tortured Poets Department” had a massive debut week, earning 2.61 million equivalent album units and 891.3 million streams, making it the largest streaming week for an album ever and Swift’s second-largest debut week. The album soared to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, becoming Swift’s fourteenth chart-topper. Despite the success, Adele still holds the record for the biggest U.S. sales week for an album. Swift expressed surprise and gratitude for the support, announcing her excitement to resume The Eras Tour in May.
Taylor Swift Album Sales Soar with ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
So, you know how Taylor Swift basically runs the music industry? Well, brace yourself because her latest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ just hit the scene like a wrecking ball. The first-week numbers are in, and let me tell you, they are off the charts.
The Monster Debut of ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
In case you were living under a rock, let me drop some knowledge on you. Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ made its grand entrance on the Billboard 200 and immediately claimed the top spot. The album earned a whopping 2.61 million equivalent album units, according to Billboard. Are you kidding me? That’s insane. And wait, it gets better. The album racked up a mind-blowing 891.3 million official streams, making it the largest streaming week for an album ever. Taylor Swift doesn’t just break records; she smashes them.
Taylor Swift’s Chart-Topping Reign Continues
Now, if you thought this was just another day at the office for Taylor, think again. ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is not just any album—it’s a double whammy. Accompanied by the surprise release of ‘The Anthology,’ Taylor Swift solidified her status as a musical powerhouse. This marks Swift’s fourteenth chart-topping album, joining the ranks of her iconic releases like ‘1989’ and ‘Reputation.’ The queen of pop just keeps on reigning, and we’re here for every moment of it.
Swift’s Surprised, but Delighted Reaction
Even though we all saw this coming (let’s be real, it’s Taylor Swift we’re talking about), the artist herself seemed taken aback by the overwhelming support. In a tweet that perfectly captured her mix of shock and gratitude, Swift exclaimed, “What do you MEAN,” in response to the news. She went on to express her disbelief at the 2.6 million units sold and thanked her fans for embracing ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ with open arms. Swift’s excitement is palpable as she gears up to hit the stage once again on The Eras Tour, starting May 9th in France. Oh, to be a Swiftie in these glorious times!
So, there you have it, folks. Taylor Swift’s album sales are soaring to new heights with ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ and the world is once again reminded of her unrivaled talent and star power. Who knows what musical masterpiece she’ll bless us with next? Stay tuned, because in Taylor’s world, the music never stops.
