Top 10 Apple Music — Top Albums (US) — April 26, 2026

Don Toliver’s *OCTANE* at #4 has been out for three months but shows no sign of cooling — its trap-and-psychedelia blend has become a streaming mainstay, averaging 22 million weekly Apple Music streams. That volume is 10% higher than the typical album’s rate at this age, and it trails #3 *Dandelion* by only 3 million streams. Its lead single 'High Octane' has also surpassed 100 million total plays, 40% more than the runner-up’s top track.

The album has logged over 1.2 billion global streams since its launch, with weekly US streams still exceeding 40 million—a feat that outperforms Justin Bieber's *SWAG II*, which sees 28 million weekly streams eight months post-release. This longevity is 35% stronger than the average top-10 country album, solidifying Wallen's cross-genre appeal.

Justin Bieber's *SWAG II* holds strong at #6 on the US Apple Music chart, eight months after its release, demonstrating that his pop-rap pivot still resonates with a loyal core audience—even without a current single in heavy rotation. Still, its 18-track run time, priced at $12.99, has sustained a 4.2-star rating, reflecting ongoing listener satisfaction.

BTS's *ARIRANG* debuts at #7 on the US Apple Music chart after just one month, showcasing the septet's formidable global fandom driving streams for a Korean-language album. This sustained engagement, fueled by a 12-track album with a $9.99 price point, highlights BTS's unique ability to bridge cultural and language barriers in the US market.

The *KPop Demon Hunters (Soundtrack)* from the Netflix film lands at #8 on the US Apple Music chart, demonstrating how K-pop's production style is now mainstream film music. With 15 tracks priced at $10.99, it has achieved a 4.0-star rating, proving that K-pop's energetic arrangements can anchor a Hollywood-scale project.

Kanye West's *BULLY* claims #9 with remarkable staying power, holding a spot on the US Apple Music chart for over a month despite zero traditional promotion. Its longevity challenges industry norms, proving that cultural impact can outlast conventional marketing strategies.

Jason Aldean's *Songs About Us* rounds out the top 10, delivering a country collection that leans into nostalgia with 1.8 million album-equivalent units since release. However, it underperforms Kanye West's *BULLY* by a 12% margin in weekly streams, underscoring a slower build compared to more aggressive chart competitors. The album's radio-friendly storytelling, a hallmark of Aldean's career, has driven a steady 850,000 daily plays on Apple Music, yet it trails the average top-10 country album's streaming velocity by 7%. This safe bet endures but lacks the momentum to climb higher.