Taylor Swift Takes Top Spot on Billboard 200 Chart, Defeating Kanye West
A Bitter Rivalry
In a recent chart-topping feat, Taylor Swift’s album The Tortured Poets Department has surpassed Kanye West’s album Vultures 2, featuring Ty Dolla $ign. Swift’s 14th consecutive week at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, with 142,000 equivalent album units earned in the United States, has put her ahead of West’s new release.
The Chart Battle
The Tortured Poets Department has been a massive success, with West’s Vultures 2 debuting at number two with 107,000 equivalent album units. This marks the 13th album from West to reach the top two on the chart, while Ty Dolla $ign has now had three top 10 albums.
A Response to the Haters
In a recent track, "Lifestyle," featuring Lil Wayne, West name-drops Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. However, this move has only led to more hate from Swifties, including Kelce’s father, Ed.
Ed Kelce Weighs In
After seeing the track, Ed Kelce shared a Daily Mail article referencing the namedrop, saying, "Mental illness on full display." This comment sparked more controversy and fuel for the ongoing feud between West and Swift.
The Root of the Rivalry
The animosity between West and Swift dates back to 2009 when West hijacked Swift’s MTV Video Music Award win, declaring that Beyoncé was "robbed" and should have won the award. This moment sparked a long-standing feud between the two, with Swift and West engaging in a series of public jabs and criticisms.
Photos of Young Taylor Swift
Take a trip down memory lane and look back at nostalgic photos of a young Taylor Swift at the start of her career in the mid-to-late 2000s.
Conclusion
In a battle of the charts, Taylor Swift has emerged victorious, topping Kanye West’s album Vultures 2. With this win, Swift solidifies her position as a dominant force in the music industry, while West’s latest album may not have reached the top spot, but still manages to make a significant impact.
FAQs
Q: What is Taylor Swift’s album The Tortured Poets Department about?
A: The album’s theme and concept are still unclear, as Swift has not publicly revealed any details about the album’s inspiration or content.
Q: What is Kanye West’s album Vultures 2 about?
A: The album’s theme and concept are also unclear, as West has not publicly revealed any details about the album’s inspiration or content.
Q: Why is Kanye West and Taylor Swift’s feud ongoing?
A: The feud between West and Swift started in 2009 when West hijacked Swift’s MTV Video Music Award win, declaring that Beyoncé was "robbed" and should have won the award.
Q: What is the significance of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement rumors?
A: The rumors surrounding Swift and Kelce’s engagement are still unconfirmed, but many fans are excited about the possibility of a romantic relationship between the two.
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