In this week’s installment of Chart Check, find out how many units Jhene Aiko’s EP “Sail Out” sold and how high it debuted on the Billboard 200 Album chart. Also, learn how the “Best Man Holiday” soundtrack soared up album charts after the film’s opening weekend, where Mariah Carey’s new single debuted at on Billboard’s R&B Songs, why John Legend’s “All of Me” may be his next big hit and much more.
Dates range from Nov. 14 – Nov.21 on Billboard and Nov.17 – Nov.23 on radio.
Billboard 200
Rising R&B starlet Jhené Aiko hasn’t even released her debut album yet and still finds a place in the top 10 of Billboard 200. Her EP “Sail Out” debuted at No.8, selling 33,895 copies in its first week.
Justin Timberlake’s “The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2” dips from No.15 to No.17. The album has sold 539,000 copies since its release on September 30.
Mary J.Blige’s first holiday album “A Mary Christmas” continues to soar up the Billboard 200, mounting from No.57 to No.22 this week.
Last Friday (Nov.15), The Best Man Holiday opened in theaters, dominating the box offices. Now, the soundtrack dominates Billboard, skyrocketing from No.200 to No.32.
Tamar Braxton’s Christmas album, “Winter Loversland” debuted at No.43, moving 7,877 units in its opening week.
Others album positions
John Legend – “Love in the Future” – No.35
Tamar Braxton – “Love and War” – No.36
Robin Thicke – “Blurred Lines” – No.62
Ariana Grande – “Yours Truly” – No.71
Justin Timberlake – “The 20/20 Experience” – No.95
TLC – “20” – No.97
Billboard Hot 100
“Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke continues to fight a good fight, moving from No.18 to No.15 this week. (Peak: No.1).
Chris Brown’s “Love More” featuring Nicki Minaj rises from No.27 to No.24.
Jason Derulo scores a top 30 hit with his latest single “Marry Me.” It jumps six spots from No.36 to No.30.
“What Now” by Rihanna glides up the Hot 100 with ease from No.80 to No.39. Meanwhile, John Legend’s “All of Me” rises from No.97 to No.66.
Other song positions
Sevyn Streeter ft. Chris Brown – “It Won’t Stop” – No.46
August Alsina ft. Trinidad Jame$ – “I Luv This Sh*t” – No.56
Ariana Grande ft. Big Sean – “Right There” – No.90
Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs
Robin Thicke’s record breaking R&B/Hip-Hop song “Blurred Lines” remains a hit in the top 10, rising from No.6 to No.5.
“Love More” by Chris Brown moves from No.9 to No.7.
Justin Timberlake’s latest single ‘TKO” rises two spots from No.12 to No.10.
John Legend romantic tune “All of Me” stands at No.22 this week. (No.29 last week).
Others song positions
Sevyn Streeter – “It Won’t Stop” – No.14
August Alsina ft. Trinidad Jame$ – “I Luv This Sh*t” – No.16
Billboard R&B Songs
Mariah Carey premiered her new single “The Art of Letting Go” last week (Nov.11) via Facebook. With the support of her Lambs, it debuted at No.13.
“It Won’t Stop” by Sevyn Streeter moves up one slot from No.6 to No.5. Meanwhile, August Alsina’s smash hit “I Luv This Sh*t” climbs two spots from No.8 to No.6. The single has peaked No.4.
John Legend’s and K.Michelle’s latest singles move three spots on Billboard’s R&B Songs chart. Legend’s heartfelt ballad “All of Me” rises from No.10 to No.7. “V.S.O.P.” by Michelle jumps from No.11 to No.8.
Tamar Braxton’s “All The Way Home” turns backwards from No.14 to No.15. While Tamar’s sister Toni Braxton and Babyface’s duet “Hurt You” relocates from No.22 to No.18.
Billboard R&B Albums
In their respective order, here are the Top 5 R&B albums among R&B acts:
1. Jhené Aiko – “Sail Out” (Hot Debut)
2. Justin Timberlake – “The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2”
3. Mary J.Blige – “A Mary Christmas”
4. Various R&B Artist – “The Best Man Holiday” soundtrack (Last week: No.15)
5. John Legend – “Love in the Future”
Other album positions
Tamar Braxton – “Winter Loversland” – No.7 (Debut)
Urban radio
Sevyn’s “It Won’t Stop” has battled with Jay’s “Tom Ford” for the No.1 on Urban radio this week. Nonetheless, Streeter’s blazing single reigns atop the charts once again.
Chris Brown’s “Love More” has reached No.5, closing the week with 2,966 radio spins. (Last week: 2,968 radio spins).
“My Story” by R.Kelly featuring 2 Chainz eyes the top 10 at No.11.
Justin Timberlake’s “TKO” stands at No.37, moving from 354 to 535 radio spins this week.
Other song positions
August Alsina ft. Trinidad Jame$ – “I Luv This Sh*t” – No.4
Lorde – “Royals” – No.20
Tamar Braxton – “All The Way Home” – No.27
Ciara – “Overdose” – No.36
Urban AC radio
Toni Braxton and Babyface’s fiery duet “Hurt You” takes the No.1 spot from “Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke.
Algebra Blessett breakout hit “Nobody But You” moves from No.13 to No.12 this week.
“I Can’t Describe (The Way I Feel)” by Jennifer Hudson ft. T.I. rises from No.20 to No.16.
Chrisette Michele’s latest single “Love Won’t Leave Me Out” stands at No. 29. (Last week: 32).
( Source: Billboard, All Access, and Chart News)
