Kendrick Lamar and SZA have made waves with their latest collaboration, “Luther,” which has not only captured the hearts of fans but has also made history by becoming their longest-running No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100. With an impressive four consecutive weeks atop the chart, “Luther” has solidified its place as a cultural touchstone while overshadowing Lamar’s previous hits, including the fan-favorite “Not Like Us,” which only managed three weeks at the top.
This achievement marks a significant milestone for Lamar, who now holds the record for the longest reign atop the Hot 100, surpassing his earlier successes with tracks like “Like That,” featuring Future and Metro Boomin, which had seen three weeks of glory, and other hits that peaked at just one week. To date, Lamar’s illustrious repertoire includes seven No. 1 hits across various charts and genres, establishing him as a formidable force in the music industry.
SZA, on her part, is also basking in the glow of success, with “Luther” extending her own record on the Hot 100. Previously, she had topped the chart for one week each with her hits “Kill Bill” and as a featured artist on Drake’s “Slime You Out.” With “Luther,” she now enjoys a sustained presence at No. 1, showcasing her remarkable growth as an artist who continues to resonate with fans.
The track’s impressive performance is reflected in its statistics: “Luther” garnered 55.6 million radio airplay audience impressions (a 3% increase), while streaming numbers saw a slight dip with 31.3 million official streams (down 9%). Despite a 24% decrease in sales, with only 3,000 copies sold, the song has maintained its stronghold in various categories. Notably, it has also claimed the No. 1 spot on the Streaming Songs chart for four weeks and has ascended to No. 2 on the Radio Songs chart, highlighting its broad appeal across multiple listening platforms.
Lamar’s prowess is further demonstrated by his ability to maintain three songs in the Hot 100’s top five for six consecutive weeks. His tracks “Not Like Us” and “TV Off,” featuring Lefty Gunplay, occupy the No. 3 and No. 5 slots, respectively. This remarkable feat ties him with Drake for the most weeks with multiple top five songs among solo artists, with only The Beatles boasting more weeks in this elite club.
The accolades continue as “Luther” climbs to a 12th week at No. 1 on both the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and Hot Rap Songs charts, marking Lamar’s seventh No. 1 in each genre category and SZA’s fourth. The song has also made history by ruling both the Adult R&B Airplay and Rap Airplay charts, a first in music history, showcasing its diverse appeal across genres.
