Billie Eilish and Other Female Artists Break a Major Record on the UK Singles Chart

Billie Eilish and Other Female Artists Break a "Major Record" on the UK Singles Chart

– Billie Eilish's "What Was I Made For?" debuts at No. 1 in the UK, ending Dave and Central Cee's 10-week reign.

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– This marks Billie Eilish's second No. 1 hit after "No Time To Die" in 2020.

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– The UK chart's top 6 spots are all occupied by female solo artists for the first time in its 70-year history.

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– Notable artists in this historic top 6 include Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, Peggy Gou, and Nicki Minaj.

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– Rodrigo's "Bad Idea Right" makes the highest debut at No. 6.

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– The top 8 on the UK Singles Chart is entirely led by female artists.

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– In the top 40, 24 entries are by or feature female artists.

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– 2023 is dubbed the year of "Girl Power" on the UK charts, with Miley Cyrus's "Flowers" as the year's biggest hit.

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