Chart-Topping Legacy: Eminem's Curtain Call Hits 750 Weeks on Billboard 200
Eminem, a prolific rapper, has been consistently releasing new music, but many of his most popular songs were released years ago. His 2005 greatest hits compilation, Curtain Call: The Hits, has been a mainstay on the Billboard charts for nearly two decades, solidifying his status as one of the most successful singles artists in the world. The album has spent an impressive 750 weeks on the Billboard 200, joining a prestigious group of musical acts in history.
Curtain Call's longevity on the Billboard 200 is a remarkable achievement, as it is only the sixth release in American history to reach 750 weeks on the chart. It joins iconic albums like Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon, Bob Marley and the Wailers's Legend, and Journey's Greatest Hits in this exclusive club. With its consistent presence on the charts, Curtain Call has made history as the first hip-hop album to achieve this milestone.
As Curtain Call continues to maintain its position on the Billboard 200, it is likely to be joined by Bruno Mars's debut album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans, which is approaching the 750-week mark. While Eminem's compilation remains a standout in the hip-hop genre, it may be some time before another hip-hop project reaches this milestone. Kendrick Lamar's Good Kid, M.A.A.D City is a potential candidate, but it still has a significant way to go before reaching 700 weeks on the chart.
Currently, Curtain Call is ranked at No. 48 on the Billboard 200, with 15,500 equivalent units sold in the recent tracking period. The album continues to attract listeners through streaming platforms, with 1,400 copies sold in the past week. Eminem's enduring popularity and the timeless appeal of his hits have solidified Curtain Call's status as a chart-topping success.