In an exciting turn of events for the hip-hop community, Travis Scott and his JACKBOYS collective have made a significant impact on the Billboard 200 albums chart with their new project, JACKBOYS 2, which debuts at No. 1. The album, which earned 232,000 equivalent album units in the United States during the week ending July 17, 2025, showcases the collective’s continued dominance in the music industry.
JACKBOYS 2 serves as a follow-up to the first JACKBOYS set, which also debuted at No. 1 on the chart back in January 2020. Scott initially announced the new album in March, but the release date wasn’t confirmed until July 10, just days before it officially dropped on July 13. This strategic timing allowed the project to gain traction with only five days of activity in its first week, although it has already made a strong impression on listeners and industry observers alike.
The album is notable not just for its chart performance but also for its composition. It features seven tracks in its standard version, available as a digital download and across various vinyl variants. Additionally, an expanded 17-song edition was released via streaming services and digital platforms. This flexibility in formats has contributed to its robust sales, with 160,000 of the total units coming from album sales, marking it as the top-selling album of the week.
In addition to JACKBOYS 2, the top 10 of the Billboard 200 is bustling with activity. Justin Bieber’s surprise album SWAG debuted at No. 2, marking Bieber’s biggest streaming week ever, while Clipse made a notable return with their first album in nearly 16 years, Let God Sort Em Out, debuting at No. 4. Other new entries include TWICE’s THIS IS FOR at No. 6, and ATEEZ’s GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3, which re-entered the chart at No. 7 after a deluxe reissue.
JACKBOYS 2 not only claims the top spot but also records the second-largest debut week for a rap album in 2025, surpassed only by Playboi Carti’s MUSIC, which debuted with 298,000 units earlier this year. The album’s success is a testament to Travis Scott’s enduring influence and the JACKBOYS’ ability to captivate audiences with their unique sound and style.
As the music industry continues to evolve, the competitive nature of the Billboard 200 remains strong, with the latest entries reflecting a diverse range of genres and styles. The complete chart will be published on Billboard’s website on July 22, 2025, and music fans are eager to see how these new releases will shape the landscape in the coming weeks.
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