Bad Bunny is having an unstoppable 2025, and his latest album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, shows that he is more than just a global superstar’s a chart-topping phenomenon.
The new week brings new highs for the Puerto Rican reggaeton icon, with his album still clinging to the top of the Billboard 200 and crushing streaming records left and right.
Let’s take a closer look at the incredible numbers and milestones Bad Bunny keeps breaking.
DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS Rules the Billboard 200 for a Second Week
For the second week in a row, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS proudly sits at #1 on the Billboard 200 with an impressive 203,500 album-equivalent units sold in the past week. That’s no small feat, considering the heavy competition from music’s behemoths. Since its release, the album has now accumulated 326,000 units of DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, and it doesn’t look like things are slowing down anytime soon.
Even better, it’s not just another #1 debut DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS is making its mark on history in real time. Its mix of reggaeton, trap, and pop elements managed to speak well to the fans worldwide and keeps Bad Bunny in the leading position to widen and shape the global sound. His influence is undeniable, and with this latest chart achievement, it’s clear that Bad Bunny is more than just a moment—he’s a movement.
Bad Bunny Breaks His Own Spotify Record: Fastest Male Album to 1 Billion Streams
Bad Bunny’s domination doesn’t end with chart-topping album sales. DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS broke records in the streaming world by becoming the first male album to reach 1 billion streams the fastest on Spotify. If you thought that was something, the album achieved this feat within just 13 days-an improvement upon his own previous record set by the album Un Verano Sin Ti, which reached 1 billion streams in 14 days.
To put it into perspective, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS now ranks among the fastest albums to reach 1 billion streams on the platform, trailing behind only The Tortured Poets Department (6 days) and Taylor Swift’s Midnights (10 days). This staggering achievement highlights Bad Bunny’s unwavering ability to connect with a global audience in a way that few artists can.
Fastest Albums to Reach 1 Billion Streams on Spotify:
- The Tortured Poets Department – 6 days
- Midnights (Taylor Swift) – 10 days
- DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS – 13 days
- Un Verano Sin Ti (Bad Bunny) – 14 days
Considering that both Bad Bunny albums were in the top four fastest to 1 billion streams, it’s an easy case to be made that he’s leading a revolution in today’s era of streaming.
Taylor Swift’s Lover (Live from Paris) Flies to #2 on the Billboard 200
While Bad Bunny is holding down the #1 spot, don’t count out Taylor Swift yet. This week, her live album Lover (Live from Paris) flew to #2 on the Billboard 200, selling 202,500 units in sales. That represents a new career high for the album, which cemented the magic of Swift’s Lover era on stage. It resonated well with her audience because it is raw, an added dimension to Swift’s enormous catalog.
With Lover (Live from Paris) reaching a new high, Swift’s continued stranglehold on the music world is beyond debate. In a year in which new releases are leading the discussion, Swift’s devoted fanbase sees her albums continue performing at a near unprecedented clip.
SZA’s SOS Holds Strong at #3
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SZA’s SOS is still strong on the charts, holding firm at #3 on the Billboard 200 this week. The album pulled in 102,000 units, bringing its total to an incredible 6.22 million units since release. SOS has been one of the consistent chart-toppers since its release, with its smooth blend of R&B, hip-hop, and soul appealing to fans across the globe.
But despite new competition, SOS still performs like a classic, and the extended stay in the top echelons of the Billboard 200 is testament to SZA’s ability to capture the hearts and minds of listeners across genres. Having spent 12 weeks at #1, SZA proved she’s not just a moment-she’s a mainstay in modern music.
Kendrick Lamar’s GNX Remains a Strong Contender at #4
Kendrick Lamar’s GNX holds tight at #4 and refuses to budge from the top of the charts. The album moved 64,000 units this week, bringing its total to 986,000 units since its release. GNX debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, and its continued presence in the top five is a testament to the fact that no one can touch Kendrick Lamar’s reign in hip-hop.
Lamar’s thought-provoking lyricism and complex storytelling are central to GNX, and his ability to tackle societal issues while maintaining commercial appeal makes him one of the most important voices in music today. As the album inches closer to the 1 million unit mark, it’s clear that Kendrick’s relevance isn’t waning anytime soon.
Lil Baby’s WHAM Drops to #5 but Still Impresses
Rounding out the top five is Lil Baby’s WHAM, which slides down four spots to #5 with 55,000 units sold this week. Even while the album has experienced a dip in position, the total units now stand at 195,000, which is impressive for any artist, let alone one in such a competitive genre. WHAM debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, showing the staying power that Lil Baby maintains in the world of hip-hop.
While WHAM might have stopped at #1, it’s already an album adding to the running success of a rap icon, while Lil Baby performs with high voltage and charisma to ensure that there will be success in WHAM in times to come also.
The Global Music Landscape: What’s Next?
It is easy to see, as the remainder of 2025 comes into view, that the global music scene has remained infectious and cutthroat. The continued success of Bad Bunny with DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS speaks volumes to streaming, global fanbases, and crossing genres. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift, SZA, Kendrick Lamar, and Lil Baby proved that the top tier of music would be where diverse voices and innovative sounds reside.
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