Women Rule Billboard 200: Taylor Swift, Megan Thee Stallion, Billie Eilish & Chappell Roan sweep top four positions

In a standout week for female artists, women claim four out of the top five spots on the latest Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant milestone not seen in over a year.
Taylor Swift continues to reign supreme with her album The Tortured Poets Department, holding strong at No. 1 for an impressive 11th week. Meanwhile, Megan Thee Stallion makes a notable debut at No.3 with her self-titled album Megan, showcasing her rising influence in the rap scene.
Billie Eilish maintains her presence at No. 4 with Hit Me Hard and Soft, while Chappell Roan breaks into the top five for the first time with The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, climbing from 6th to 5th place. The only male artist in the top five is Morgan Wallen, whose One Thing at a Time moves up to No. 2.
This achievement marks the first time since March 2023 that women have claimed such a dominant position on the chart. Back then, Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, SZA, and Karol G led the charge with their respective albums.
The Billboard 200 ranks albums based on multi-metric consumption, which includes album sales, track equivalent albums (TEA), and streaming equivalent albums (SEA). Each unit represents either an album sale, a set number of track sales, or a specific number of streams, reflecting the diverse ways audiences engage with music today.
About the Artists
Taylor Swift has redefined pop music with her autobiographical songwriting and genre-bending albums, consistently breaking records and pushing boundaries in the industry. Her transition from country to pop with albums like 1989 and Red has solidified her as a global superstar.
Megan Thee Stallion, hailing from Houston, Texas, has captured the rap scene with her bold lyrics and confident persona. Her breakthrough singles like "Hot Girl Summer" and collaborations with artists like Beyoncé and Cardi B have propelled her to mainstream success.
Billie Eilish emerged as a powerhouse in alternative pop with her debut album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, topping charts worldwide and earning multiple Grammy Awards. Known for her distinctive voice and dark, introspective lyrics, Eilish continues to shape the future of pop music.
Chappell Roan brings a unique blend of 1980s synth-pop and modern sensibilities to her music, drawing inspiration from diverse influences. Her journey as an artist, marked by hits like "Pink Pony Club", highlights her evolving style and artistic growth.
As these talented women continue to dominate the Billboard charts, their influence on music and culture remains profound, setting the stage for a new era of diverse and dynamic musical expressions.