Taylor Swift’s latest album “The Tortured Poets Department” has taken the music industry by storm, debuting with a staggering 2.61 million units sold since its release on April 19. The pop star expressed her gratitude to fans for the overwhelming support, stating that she is “completely floored” by the love shown to the album.
Billboard reported that “Tortured Poets” secured the number one spot on the charts, making it Swift’s 14th chart-topping album in her career. This achievement ties her with Jay-Z for the most number one albums among solo artists in history. The album’s sales figure of 2.61 million units is the highest since Adele’s 2015 release, “25”.
Swift took to social media to thank her fans for embracing the album, sharing behind-the-scenes pictures from the recording studio. She expressed excitement about returning to her Eras Tour next month, with the first show scheduled in Paris on May 9.
In addition to its impressive sales figures, “Tortured Poets” also set records on music streaming platforms. The album became the most streamed album on Spotify in a single week and surpassed 300 million streams on its first day. Produced and written by Swift, Jack Antonoff, and Aaron Dessner, the album has captivated audiences worldwide.
Fans can’t seem to get enough of Taylor Swift’s latest masterpiece, and with such a monumental reception, it’s clear that “The Tortured Poets Department” is set to become a timeless classic in the music industry.