Madonna secures first 2020s chart topper with Confessions II
Madonna’s Confessions II has debuted at number one on the Billboard charts, marking her first chart-topping album of the 2020s decade.
Historic Billboard milestone
The debut of Confessions II represents a significant achievement for the pop icon, establishing her dominance on the Billboard 200 once again. This achievement marks the first time the artist has reached the top spot on the US album charts since the beginning of the current decade.
With this release, Madonna has now secured a total of 10 number-one albums in the United States. Her streak of chart-topping success dates back to 1984, when her landmark album Like a Virgin first reached the summit.
Record-breaking chart statistics
The singer’s latest success places her in an elite group of recording artists. Madonna has become only the fourth artist in history to achieve 10 number-one hits on both the Billboard 200 and the Hot 100 charts.
The milestone highlights her sustained commercial relevance across both album sales and singles. Her career statistics include:
- 10 number-one albums on the Billboard 200
- 10 number-one singles on the Hot 100
- A consistent presence at the top of the charts spanning four decades