Kendrick Lamar’s “Squabble Up” Becomes Fifth #1

Kendrick Lamar continues to rewrite music history as his latest single, Squabble Up, debuts at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his fifth career chart-topper and third song to debut at #1. The track leads an unprecedented week for Lamar, who achieves multiple historic milestones, including simultaneously charting seven songs in the Hot 100’s top 10 and occupying the entire top 5, a feat accomplished by only three other acts: Taylor Swift, Drake, and The Beatles.

Dominance on the Hot 100

Here’s the historic top 10 from this week’s Hot 100:

1. Squabble Up – Kendrick Lamar
2. Tv Off – Kendrick Lamar feat. Lefty Gunplay (debut)
3. Luther – Kendrick Lamar & SZA (debut)
4. Wacced Out Murals – Kendrick Lamar (debut)
5. Hey Now – Kendrick Lamar feat. Dody6 (debut)
6. A Bar Song (Tipsy) – Shaboozey (down 5, peaked at #1 for 19 weeks)
7. Die With A Smile – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars (down 5, peaked at #2)
8. Reincarnated – Kendrick Lamar (debut)
9. Man At The Garden – Kendrick Lamar (debut)
10. All I Want For Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey (up 6, peaked at #1 for 14 weeks)

Lamar’s dominance this week is not just a personal triumph but also a landmark moment in music history. He becomes the first hip-hop artist ever to debut three songs at #1 in a single calendar year on the Hot 100, breaking new ground for the genre.

Additionally, Lamar now holds the record for the most #1 hits on the Hot 100 in 2024, surpassing Ariana Grande, Morgan Wallen, and Post Malone, each with two #1s this year.

Kendrick Lamar’s #1 Hits on the Hot 100

1. Bad Blood (with Taylor Swift)
2. HUMBLE.
3. Like That (with Future & Metro Boomin)
4. Not Like Us
5. Squabble Up

Unprecedented Success

Lamar is now among the rarefied ranks of artists who have simultaneously charted seven songs in the top 10, a distinction shared only with Taylor Swift, Drake, and The Beatles. His achievement underscores his dominance in a competitive era of music.

This monumental week also sees him matching The Beatles, Taylor Swift, and Drake as one of the only acts to hold the entire top 5 of the Hot 100. Notably, his collaborations with artists like SZA, Lefty Gunplay, and Dody6 contributed to this success, reflecting his ability to seamlessly blend his artistry with that of others.