“The Monster” gives both Rihanna and Eminem a new slice of history.
The song’s rise to #1 on Billboard Hot 100 allows Rihanna to tie Michael Jackson for the third-most leaders in the Hot 100’s history. Now with 13, she passes Madonna and the Supremes, each with 12. Here’s a look at the acts with the most No. 1s dating to the Hot 100’s Aug. 4, 1958, inception:
20, the Beatles
18, Mariah Carey
13, Michael Jackson
13, Rihanna
12, Madonna
12, the Supremes
11, Whitney Houston
10, Janet Jackson
10, Stevie Wonder
Eminem, meanwhile, makes his own historic move, as he ties the record for the most Hot 100 No. 1s (five) among rappers. Here’s an updated look at the rap acts with the most leaders:
5, Diddy
5, Eminem
5, Ludacris
4, 50 Cent
4, Jay Z
4, Nelly
4, T.I.
4, Kanye West
And since we’re talking about “The Monster,” take a look at a sneak peak of the video which premieres Monday.
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