In a groundbreaking moment for the music industry, Post Malone and Morgan Wallen have achieved a historic milestone with their latest single, ‘I Had Some Help.'
Released to widespread acclaim, ‘I Had Some Help' has made an unprecedented impact on the charts. Garnering an impressive 167 first-week adds at country radio, the song has become only the second single in chart history to debut with the support of all reporting stations. The last time this feat was accomplished was 27 years ago with Garth Brooks' ‘Longneck Bottle' in 1997. Additionally, the single has made a remarkable debut at No. 15 on the Mediabase chart, marking the second-highest debut of the monitored era, surpassed only by Brooks' ‘More Than A Memory' in 2007.
Described as an “inevitable summer hit” by Rolling Stone, ‘I Had Some Help' has garnered praise for its abundant hooks and contagious momentum, as noted by Stereogum. The song shattered Spotify's single-day country streaming record, amassing nearly 14 million streams on Friday, May 10th. It debuted at No. 1 on Spotify's Global Daily chart, making it the streamer's No. 1 male collaboration debut of all time. Furthermore, ‘I Had Some Help' claimed the top spot on Apple Music's Global chart and secured the No. 1 position on Pandora's Top Thumbed chart upon its release.
Reflecting on the success of the single, Stacy Blythe, Senior Vice President of Radio Promotion at Big Loud Records, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from radio partners. Blythe highlighted the collaborative effort to ensure a successful launch at country radio, emphasizing the enthusiasm and dedication of everyone involved.
‘I Had Some Help' showcases the powerful synergy between Post Malone and Morgan Wallen, cementing their status as formidable forces in the music industry. With its chart-topping success and widespread acclaim, the single has set a new standard for collaborative endeavors and reaffirmed the artists' ability to captivate audiences worldwide.
