Taylor Swift responds to ‘Tortured Poets’ success on Billboard 200 chart
Taylor Swift achieved a monumental feat with her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, as it debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 chart. This ambitious 31-song collection was evidently crafted by Swift while she was preparing for and embarking on The Eras Tour, as indicated in one of the tracks where she mentions doing it “with a broken heart.”
In response to the headline by Billboard announcing her achievement, Swift expressed her disbelief by questioning, “What do you MEAN.” This reaction was shared on her social media platforms and garnered a lot of attention from her fans and followers.
The success of The Tortured Poets Department extends beyond just claiming the No. 1 position on the charts. Swift’s album also holds the title for the top-selling album of the year so far in 2024. Additionally, it achieved the largest streaming week ever, the second-biggest week in terms of units earned, the third largest sales week in the modern era, and the biggest sales week for vinyl in the modern era.
The album launched with a remarkable 2.61 million equivalent album units earned in the United States during its first week of release. Overwhelmed by this incredible response, Swift took to her social media to express her gratitude to her fans for their support and love towards The Tortured Poets Department.
Swift’s excitement for the album’s success was palpable in her posts as she thanked her fans for listening, streaming, and embracing the essence of Tortured Poets in their lives. She couldn’t contain her astonishment at the achievement of 2.6 million units and eagerly anticipated the start of The Eras Tour on May 9th.
Part of the album’s 2.61 million units included 1.914 million in traditional album sales, 683,000 in SEA units (equivalent to 891.37 million on-demand streams), and 14,000 in TEA units. These figures reflect the monumental impact of The Tortured Poets Department on the music industry.
Swift’s upcoming return to tour after a brief hiatus on May 9th has sparked speculation among fans about the incorporation of elements from the Tortured Poets era in her performances. A rehearsal clip shared by Swift hinted at potential surprises for fans attending The Eras Tour.
The Eras Tour will kick off in Paris with four consecutive concerts at La Défense Arena from May 9-12, marking the commencement of the European leg of Swift’s career-spanning trek. Opening for Swift at these shows will be Paramore, adding to the excitement surrounding this tour.
Eras will continue its journey through various European countries including Sweden, Portugal, Spain, the U.K., Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Poland, and Austria throughout the summer. Fans can find all the details about Swift’s upcoming tour dates on her official website, ensuring they don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience.
