Billie Eilish continues her reign in the music world, this time conquering the Hot Rock Songs chart with her latest single, “Birds of a Feather.” The track has ascended to the No. 1 position on Billboard’s Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, solidifying Eilish’s status as a powerhouse in the genre and tying her with Imagine Dragons for the most chart-toppers in history.
While Billie Eilish is known for her genre-bending music, often incorporating pop and electronic elements, Billboard consistently recognizes her impact on rock and alternative music. This recognition is evident in her impressive track record on the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, where she has rapidly become one of the most successful artists.
“Birds of a Feather” marks Eilish’s fifth No. 1 hit on this prestigious chart, a remarkable feat achieved in a relatively short career. This latest triumph places her alongside Imagine Dragons, who previously held the sole record for the most No. 1s. Eilish’s swift ascent to the top tier of rock chart history highlights her enduring popularity and influence within the hot rock songs landscape.
Eilish’s journey to chart domination began in August 2020 with “My Future,” which briefly held the No. 1 spot. She quickly followed up with “Happier Than Ever” in 2021, which reigned for four weeks, and “What Was I Made For?” in 2023, further cementing her chart presence. Notably, 2024 has already been a stellar year for Eilish, with two singles reaching No. 1 – first “Lunch,” and now “Birds of a Feather,” demonstrating her consistent delivery of hot rock songs that resonate with audiences.
While Billie Eilish now shares the record for the number of No. 1 hits, Imagine Dragons still hold the crown for overall chart dominance. Imagine Dragons’ five chart-toppers – “Radioactive,” “Believer,” “Thunder,” “Whatever It Takes,” and “Natural” – have each spent considerable time at No. 1, with all of them leading for at least 11 weeks. “Believer,” their longest-reigning hot rock song, occupied the top spot for an astounding 29 weeks, becoming one of the most enduring hits in the history of the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart.
Despite Imagine Dragons’ impressive longevity at the summit, Billie Eilish’s rapid accumulation of No. 1 hits signals a dynamic shift in the hot rock songs arena. Her ability to consistently produce chart-topping tracks underscores her significant impact and enduring appeal within the rock and alternative genres. As “Birds of a Feather” potentially extends its reign, it will be interesting to see if Eilish can challenge Imagine Dragons’ record not just in quantity, but also in the duration of her songs’ chart-topping success.
