Drake continues to cement his legacy as one of music’s most dominant forces, breaking records once thought untouchable—even by legends like The Beatles.

The Toronto Rapper superstar has long been hailed as one of the most successful artists of his generation, and his latest achievements only further that narrative. Known for seamlessly blending genres such as pop, trap, R&B, and rap, Drake’s crossover appeal has made him a chart-topping powerhouse for nearly two decades.

Now, he’s reached two monumental milestones that put him in a league of his own. First, Drake has officially surpassed The Beatles in total cumulative weeks spent on the Billboard 200 albums chart. While the exact total is still being finalized, estimates suggest Drake’s projects have now spent over 1,500 weeks on the chart—compared to The Beatles’ 1,300 weeks. This follows his 2022 accomplishment when he broke the Fab Four’s long-standing record for the most top-five hits on the Billboard Hot 100.

.@Drake becomes the first artist in history to surpass 500 million RIAA certified units across albums, singles and features. pic.twitter.com/kk3b4M8wlh

— chart data (@chartdata) April 8, 2025

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In addition to his Billboard success, Drake has now crossed another major line: 500 million RIAA-certified units. This staggering figure includes albums, singles, features, and digital downloads combined—making him the first rapper to reach such a high watermark.

The RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) provides a detailed breakdown of how units are certified, but it’s no secret that massive hits like “God’s Plan,” “One Dance,” “Hotline Bling,” “In My Feelings,” and “Headlines” played a major role. His latest release, “NOKIA,” is also climbing rapidly—having just gone platinum with over one million units sold and now sitting at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100, up from #7 last week.

As Drake continues to rewrite the rules of success in the music industry, it’s clear that his impact—both commercial and cultural—is far from finished.