Kanye West lauded as he becomes first rapper in Billboard Hot 100 history to earn No 1 hit in 3 decades

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kanye West has once again etched his name in music history, solidifying his status as a legendary figure in the rap and hip-hop genres.

Amid the controversies that have plagued his personal life, the artist, now known as Ye, has achieved an unprecedented milestone by becoming the first rapper to score a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in three different decades.

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His latest single, 'Carnival,' featuring Rich the Kid and Playboi Carti, has soared to the top spot, showcasing West's enduring musical prowess and ability to captivate audiences across generations, as per Variety.

This remarkable achievement has ignited a firestorm of reactions across social media, with many praising West's unparalleled artistry and influence on the industry.

'Carnival' and its parent album 'Vultures' have remained chart fixtures since release on February 9

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Despite the ongoing controversies surrounding West's antisemitic remarks, 'Carnival' and its parent album, 'Vultures,' have remained chart fixtures since their release on February 9.

The song's ascent to #1 comes after a steady climb, fueled by its viral success on TikTok and amassing 34 million streams and 4 million radio audience impressions in the past tracking week, according to Luminate data.

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West's achievement of earning #1 hits in the 2000s, 2010s, and now the 2020s cements his place as a true musical trailblazer. He joins the elite company of Beyonce, Mariah Carey, and Lady Gaga as the only artists to accomplish this remarkable feat across three decades.

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West's first #1 hit came in 2004 with 'Slow Jamz,' a collaboration with Twista and Jamie Foxx, followed by his 2011 feature on Katy Perry's 'E.T.' In 2022, Forbes estimated West's net worth at $2 billion.

However, following a string of controversial remarks, including a tweet deemed antisemitic where he threatened "death con 3 on JEWISH PEOPLE," West was dropped from his partnership with Adidas. Consequently, his net worth plummeted to an estimated $400 million, according to Forbes.

Internet erupts with praise for Kanye West upon learning about recent remarkable achievement

Following the news of West's recent remarkable achievement, the internet erupted with praise for the rapper. One X user expressed, "That's why he's bigger than Jay Z, Eminem, Drake, and Usher. Kanye is way bigger." Another echoed this sentiment, declaring him the "GREATEST ARTIST STILL ALIVE."

A third user emphasized West's significance, stating, "Well deserved. One of the greatest rappers of all time and top 5 most influential artist alive PERIOD!" Another commenter noted, "Ye just breaking numbers on the weekly nowadays."

Celebrating West's milestone, a fifth user exclaimed, "History made! Kanye West is the first rapper with #1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 in three different decades. A true musical force!" Meanwhile, a sixth user simply stated, "Kanye West is a legend now."

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