Kendrick Lamar has made significant strides in the music industry this week, setting two new records on the Billboard charts. His latest studio album, titled “GNX,” and his collaboration with SZA on the single “Luther” have become the longest-running No. 1s in the history of the Top Rap Albums and Hot Rap Songs charts, respectively, as reflected in charts dated July 5, 2025.
“GNX” has reclaimed the top position on the Top Rap Albums chart, now boasting an impressive 22 weeks at No. 1. This milestone surpasses the previous record held by Pop Smoke’s “Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon,” which had a 21-week reign. In the last tracking week, “GNX” tallied 31,000 equivalent album units, marking an 8% drop from its previous total.
Here are the albums with the longest No. 1 runs on the Top Rap Albums chart:
1. 22 weeks – “GNX,” Kendrick Lamar (Dec. 7, 2024)
2. 21 weeks – “Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon,” Pop Smoke (July 18, 2020)
3. 19 weeks – “Recovery,” Eminem (July 10, 2010)
4. 18 weeks – “Heroes & Villains,” Metro Boomin (Dec. 17, 2022)
5. 16 weeks – “Take Care,” Drake (Dec. 3, 2011)
The album “GNX” debuted at No. 1 on December 7, 2024, marking Lamar’s sixth No. 1 album. The rapper has had a standout year, with notable moments including his well-publicized feud with Drake and the subsequent diss track “Not Like Us,” which became a significant talking point in the music industry.
In addition to his album’s success, Lamar and SZA’s single “Luther” achieved a record-setting 27 weeks at No. 1 on the Hot Rap Songs chart. The track edged out Lamar’s own “Not Like Us,” which previously held the title with 26 weeks. The song’s remarkable week was fueled by 12.8 million official U.S. streams, alongside a strong airplay audience.
Here are the tracks that have the most weeks at No. 1 on the Hot Rap Songs chart:
1. 27 weeks – “Luther,” Kendrick Lamar & SZA (Dec. 21, 2024)
2. 26 weeks – “Not Like Us,” Kendrick Lamar (May 18, 2024)
3. 20 weeks – “Old Town Road,” Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray Cyrus (April 13, 2019)
4. 19 weeks – “Industry Baby,” Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow (Aug. 7, 2021)
In addition to topping the Hot Rap Songs chart, “Luther” has also led the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart for 27 weeks, extending its record for the most time spent at No. 1. It enjoyed a 13-week run at the top of the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 from March to May, marking a personal best for both artists.
Lamar’s achievements not only highlight his artistic talent but also underscore the evolving landscape of hip-hop music, where collaborations and innovative sounds continue to resonate with audiences, paving the way for future successes in the genre.