Future recently joined a handful of rappers with over 10 No.1 Billboard albums.
With the release of “MIXTAPE PLUTO”, he tied Eminem and Kanye West for 11 No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200, marking an impressive milestone in his career. With his signature auto-tuned / mumble-rap / trap sound and prolific release schedule, Future has managed to achieve what few can — landing multiple albums at the top in rapid succession. Moreover, he is now the first rapper to debut three different albums at No.1 in the same year.
Now, the list of rappers with the most No.1 albums in US Billboard 200 history looks as follows:
1. Jay-Z — 142. Drake — 133. Kanye West, Eminem, Future — 11
While Future’s achievement is remarkable, Eminem’s path to 11 No. 1 albums tells a different story, one that is less about quantity and more about long-term impact.
Other rappers might drop albums like they’re hot mixtapes, but Eminem takes his time — and when he drops, the world listens. No rushing for three No.1s in a single year here. Eminem’s albums become cultural phenomena that are studied, debated, and, most importantly, remembered. It is not just about getting to the top of the charts, it is about staying at the top of the conversation.
Whether it is the raw intensity of “The Marshall Mathers LP” or the sharp storytelling of “Kamikaze”, Eminem’s albums spark discussions and deep dives into his lyrics. Each release brings something new to the table, standing the test of time. From “The Slim Shady LP” to “The Death of Slim Shady”, Eminem has shown time and again that quality outlasts quantity.
At the end of the day, there is more than one way to make an impact in hip hop. While some chase frequent No.1s, Eminem’s legacy proves that the albums that take their time truly stand out.
