Official U.K. Singles Chart
Lewis Capaldi Heading For U.K. Chart Title With ‘Forget Me’
The Brits haven’t forgotten Lewis Capaldi. The Scottish singer and songwriter is on track for another U.K. chart crown with “Forget Me” (via Vertigo), his first single in nearly three years. Produced by TMS, Capaldi’s comeback track leads the midweek chart, and is en route to becoming his third leader following “Someone You Loved” and “Before You Go,” both from 2019. He has five top 10s to his name, a figure that almost certainly will rise to six when the Official U.K. Singles Chart is published. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news In a quirky open-letter which accompanied the release of “Forget Me,” Capaldi admitted to nerves — expressed in his own self-deprecating way. “All joking aside, I’m really excited to be back and get this song out there. ...
Eliza Rose Dethrones LF System on U.K. Singles Chart
LF System’s two-month reign in the U.K. is over, ended by Eliza Rose’s “B.O.T.A. (Baddest Of Them All)” (via Warner Records), which climbs to the summit in its sixth week. Rose’s viral hit with Interplanetary Criminal lifts 2-1 on the Official U.K. Singles Chart, squeezing LF System’s summer smash “Afraid to Feel” (Warner Records) to No. 2, halting its eight-week unbroken streak. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news According to the Official Charts Company, “B.O.T.A.” is the U.K.’s 1,400th No. 1 single, and Rose becomes the first female DJ to top the chart in two decades, since Sonique’s “It Feels So Good” in 2002. “B.O.T.A.” has been gathering steam across the festival season, the OCC reports, accumulating a market-leading 4.8 million streams durin...
Eliza Rose’s ‘B.O.T.A’ Heading For Second Week Atop U.K. Chart
It took six weeks for Eliza Rose’s “B.O.T.A (Baddest Of Them All)” to reach No. 1 in the U.K. Don’t expect it to anywhere, anytime soon. Based on early sales and streaming data, “B.O.T.A” looks set to sail to the top for another week, at the very least. With its ascent last week, Rose became the first female DJ to lead the Official Singles Chart in over 20 years, since Sonique’s “It Feels So Good” led the chart back in June 2002. “B.O.T.A” (with Interplanetary Criminal) spread its wings on TikTok before becoming the 1,400th U.K. No. 1 single, and, in doing so, ending LF System’s eight-week unbroken reign with “Afraid to Feel.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news LF System’s summer smash is set to lose more ground, as David Guetta and Bebe Rexh...
LF System Heading For Eighth Week at U.K. Chart Summit With ‘Afraid to Feel’
LF System’s four eyes are on the prize — an eighth consecutive week at No. 1 in the U.K. The Scottish production pair, Conor Larkman and Sean Finnigan, lead the midweek chart with their disco-channeling hit “Afraid to Feel” (Warner Records). If “Afraid to Feel” completes two months at No. 1, it’ll surpass “We Don’t Talk About Bruno,” the hit from Disney’s Encanto, which ruled the weekly chart for seven cycles earlier this year. Harry Styles’ “As It Was” is the only single to log more time at No. 1 this year, at 10 weeks. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The race is far from done, however, as London DJ Eliza Rose and Manchester producer Interplanetary Criminal could nab a new peak position as their viral single “B.O.T.A. (Baddest Of Them All)” (v...
LF System Extends Reign Over U.K. Chart as Dance Music Dominates
It’s been a long, hot summer and the Brits are still dancing. Scottish electronic production duo LF System locks in a seventh consecutive week at No. 1 on the Official U.K. Singles Chart with “Afraid to Feel,” as music fans clamor to the dancefloor – and dance tunes. “Afraid to Feel” leads the way with over 5.2 million streams, and is one of four dance music singles impacting the top 5, a result that hasn’t been seen for six years, the Official Charts Company reports. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The last time dance music held four of the top five positions was in September 2016, when The Chainsmokers and Halsey led the tally with “Closer.” Dance dominates the chart published Aug. 19, 2022, with Eliza Rose and Interplanetary Criminal’s hit v...
LF System’s ‘Afraid to Feel’ Enters Week 6 Atop U.K. Singles Chart
LF System feels like a champion for another week, as the Scottish electronic production duo extends its chart reign with “Afraid to Feel” (via Warner Records). The disco-chaneling tune has now led the Official U.K. Singles Chart for six unbroken weeks, and it’s again the most-streamed single in the country, racking up more than 5.5 million plays, the OCC reports. “Afraid to Feel” holds off Beyonce’s “Break My Soul” (Columbia) which stays at No. 2 in its eighth week, for its equal best position. With its runner-up finish, Beyonce again misses out on a chart double as her LP Renaissance enters a second week atop the national albums survey. The highest new entry on the latest U.K. singles chart, published Aug. 12, belongs to KSI and Tom Grennan with “Not Over Yet” (Atlantic) new No. 4. ...
Powered by TikTok, Eliza Rose’s ‘B.O.T.A’ Blooms on U.K. Chart Blast
Give it time, and Eliza Rose just might be the baddest of them all. The London-based DJ, vocalist and radio host is flying on the U.K. chart blast with “B.O.T.A (Baddest Of Them All),” which was sent into the Top 10 last Friday (Aug. 12) after it blew-up on TikTok. Based on sales and streaming data from the first 48 hours of the new chart title, the empowering dance anthem lifts 10-4. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news At the top of the First Look chart is LF System’s “Afraid To Feel,” which is on track for a seventh consecutive week at the summit, while George Ezra’s “Green Green Grass” could return to its peak position at No. 2. Also taking flight on the chart blast is OneRepublic, which is eyeing a No. 6 spot — a potential new peak — thank...
KSI and Tom Grennan Eye No. 1 Debut on U.K. Chart With ‘Not Over Yet’
LF System’s five-week reign over the U.K. singles chart could come to an abrupt halt, thanks to a fast-starting KSI and Tom Grennan collaboration. With an advantage of less than 1,000 chart units, “Not Over Yet,” a motivational masterclass by KSI and Tom Grennan, leads the midweek chart. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news If it stays on course, “Not Over Yet” will provide the first leader for either act. LF System can’t be ruled out with their disco-fueled hit “Afraid To Feel,” which has dominated the singles survey for more than a month, and is currently in second place on the chart blast. The much-loved Australian soap Neighbours has come to an end after 37 years, with an all-star farewell and more than a few tears. Following its finale on UK TV...
Beyonce Challenges LF System For U.K. Singles Chart Crown
Never, ever count Beyonce out of a popularity contest. The superstar U.S. singer is on the brink of a fourth U.K. No. 1 album with Renaissance (via Columbia/Parkwood Entertainment), and its single “Break My Soul” is inching towards the singles chart summit. In its sixth week, “Break My Soul” lifts 6-2 on the midweek chart, behind LF System’s “Afraid to Feel” (Warner Records), the U.K.’s best-selling single for the past month. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Break My Soul” is one of three Renaissance tracks aiming for the Top 20. Further down the list, “Cuff It” is poised to start at No. 11, for the week’s highest debut; and “I’m That Girl” could bow at No. 14. Expect Renaissance to take the U.K. Albums Chart title, with considerable ease...
George Ezra Challenges LF System For U.K. Chart Crown
LF System is dancing to another U.K. chart title with “Afraid To Feel,” though George Ezra could have his own plans. Eza’s “Green Green Grass” is steadily growing, and is set for a new chart peak. Lifted from Gold Rush Kid, his third consecutive U.K. albums chart leader, “Green Green Grass” lifts 3-2 on the First Look chart. It’s Ezra’s seventh U.K. Top 10 entry. The leader on the chart blast is LF System’s disco-channeling hit, which remains on track for a fourth consecutive week at No. 1. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Meanwhile, this week’s highest new entry could belong to British rapper Central Cee, whose new number “Doja” is set for a No. 4 entry. If it holds its position, it’ll give the London artist his fourth U.K. Top 10. Finall...
LF System’s ‘Afraid To Feel’ Logs Third Week Atop U.K. Chart
LF System delivers a three-peat on the U.K. singles survey with “Afraid To Feel” (via Warner Brothers). The Scottish electronic music pair leads the Official U.K. Singles Chart for a third consecutive week with their hit club track, which notches a market-leading 6.7 million streams during the latest cycle, the OCC reports. Meanwhile, Afrobeats artist Burna Boy is on the rise with “Last Last” (Atlantic), lifting 7-4, for a new peak. The Love, Damini release is now Burna Boy’s highest-flying solo single, excluding his contribution to Stormzy’s 2020 chart-leader “Own It” with Ed Sheeran. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news It’s twice as nice for Ella Henderson, who earns new peak positions with two Top 10 singles — “Crazy What Love Can Do” (Parlophon...
Pink Floyd on Track For Rare U.K. Top 40 Appearance
LF System is chasing a third week atop the U.K. singles chart, while Pink Floyd is eying a first Top 20 appearance in 42 years. “Hey, Hey, Rise Up!” (Rhino), Pink Floyd’s first new original material since 1994’s Division Bell album, peaked at No. 49 in April following its digital-only release. Now, following the rollout of physical copies, the track blasts to No. 18 on the First Look survey, which ranks singles based on sales and streaming activity in the early phases of the chart week. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news If it keeps its momentum, Pink Floyd will have their first Top 20 appearance since “Brick In The Wall” led the chart in 1979, their only U.K. No. 1. The last time the prog-rock legends cracked the U.K. Top 40 was in 1994 with...
