Ariana Grande Scores Fifth Billboard Global 200 No. 1 Passing Olivia Rodrigo
Ariana Grande’s latest single, “Hate That I Made You Love Me,” has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200, marking her fifth career leader on the chart. This milestone allows Grande to surpass Olivia Rodrigo in total number of global No. 1 hits and move into a tie with Bad Bunny for the second-most leaders on the tally, according to Billboard data.
How Grande Climbed the Global Rankings
The success of “Hate That I Made You Love Me” adds to a streak that began shortly after the chart’s inception. Grande first reached the top of the Global 200 in November 2020 with “Positions.” She subsequently earned leaders with “Save Your Tears,” a collaboration with The Weeknd, and two singles from her album Eternal Sunshine: “Yes, And?” and “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love).”
Did You Know? Ariana Grande and Bad Bunny both began their Billboard Global 200 winning streaks in November 2020, with the Latin superstar hitting the top spot that month alongside Jhay Cortez on the track “Dakiti.”
The Competitive Landscape of Global Hits
BTS currently holds the record for the most No. 1s on the Billboard Global 200, with eight chart-topping entries. Their total increased earlier in 2026 with the release of “Swim,” a promotional track from the group’s comeback album, Arirang. Taylor Swift follows the group with six leaders, placing her one ahead of both Grande and Bad Bunny.
Expert Insight: The rapid movement of these artists on global charts highlights the shifting nature of international music consumption, where lead singles from high-profile artists can achieve immediate market dominance across both American and international territories simultaneously.
What May Happen Next
Taylor Swift could potentially close the gap on the all-time record set by BTS in the coming days. Her recent single, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” written for the Toy Story 5 soundtrack, experienced a strong start following its release last week. Industry analysts expect the track to debut in high positions across various Billboard charts, which may bring her closer to the top of the global leaderboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many No. 1 hits does Ariana Grande have on the Billboard Global 200?
With the debut of “Hate That I Made You Love Me,” Ariana Grande has achieved five No. 1 hits on the Billboard Global 200.
Who currently holds the record for the most No. 1s on the Billboard Global 200?
BTS holds the record with eight No. 1 entries on the chart, the most recent being “Swim” from their 2026 album Arirang.
How many charts did Grande’s new single conquer this week?
“Hate That I Made You Love Me” debuted on 10 Billboard charts and reached No. 1 on four of them, including the Billboard Hot 100, Digital Song Sales, the Billboard Global 200, and the Billboard Global Excl. U.S.
Which artist do you think is most likely to challenge BTS for the top spot on the global charts next?