The Boy Makes History: Drake Surpasses Michael Jackson for Most No. 1 Singles by a Male Solo Artist

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  • Drake now holds the record for the most number-one hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart among all male solo artists, surpassing Michael Jackson’s previous record.

  • His new single, “ICEMAN,” reached number one on the charts, marking a major accomplishment for the artist.

  • Drake’s latest success gives him a total of 15 number-one hits, surpassing Michael Jackson’s record of 13.

Drake has made history! After matching Michael Jackson’s record for the most No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 last year, he’s now broken it. His new album, ICEMAN, launched with incredible success, giving him his 15th chart-topping single and solidifying his place as the male solo artist with the most No. 1 hits ever.

The release of Drake’s new album set the stage for a major accomplishment. His latest song quickly rose to the top of the charts, debuting at number one and moving Michael Jackson—who previously held the record for male soloists with 13 number-one hits—down to second place. With this, his 15th number-one song, Drake continues to demonstrate his strong influence on today’s music and streaming culture.

Drake, naturally, celebrated his latest achievement with a grand display. He shared photos on Instagram of a lavish party at his Toronto home, where he’d arranged all 14 of his number-one albums and 15 number-one songs on the floor of his entryway to commemorate the occasion.

True to form, Drake celebrated his chart success with a confident and self-assured message. He ended his post with a memorable line: “Neck broke from carrying the chain, back broke from carrying the game.”

Drake is being celebrated for a remarkable achievement, marking over a decade of consistent success with no end in sight. With each new record he breaks, it’s becoming increasingly clear that his impact on modern music is undeniable, and the numbers strongly support his place among the greatest artists of all time.

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2026-05-27 08:26