Initially released for exclusive online-streaming on Tidal, the album soon became available on all other formats, receiving a platinum certification within 5 days of its release.
Debut at the #1 spot this week, ‘4:44’ has shifted 262,000 units in its first week – 172,000 out of which are pure sales.
The legendary MC already holds the record for having most #1 albums on the Billboard charts by any solo artist in history and has further extended his feat with his critically acclaimed latest LP.
Produced under Jay Z’s 2008-founded label, Roc Nation, the album features collaborations with Frank Ocean, Damian Marley, Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s mother, Gloria Carter
Congratulations Mr. Carter!
Check out one of the most talked about songs and videos from the album, ‘The Story of O.J.’:
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