Top 10 Highest Selling Albums In The World 2025

by Jamesty August 13, 2025, 2:17 pmupdated December 4, 2025, 1:58 pm 252 Comments

In the year 2025, the music industry has been characterized by a dynamic blend of genres, with artists utilizing streaming platforms, vinyl resurgences, and viral social media moments to drive record-breaking sales. Based on equivalent album units, which include physical sales, digital downloads, and streaming equivalents, the following is a comprehensive look at the top 10 albums that will be the most popular worldwide in 2025. One unit is equal to one album sale, ten track sales, or 3,750 ad-supported/1,250 paid streams.

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1 List Of Top 10 Highest Selling Albums In The World 2025

1.1 1. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen

1.2 2. Short N’ Sweet – Sabrina Carpenter

1.3 3. The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess – Chappell Roan

1.4 4. $ome $exy $ongs 4 U – Drake & PartyNextDoor (Unconfirmed)

1.5 5. So Close to What – Tate McRae

1.6 6. Debí Tirar Más Fotos – Bad Bunny

1.7 7. GNX – Kendrick Lamar

1.8 8. Music – Playboi Carti

1.9 9. SOS (Deluxe) – SZA

1.10 10. Hurry Up Tomorrow – The Weeknd

List Of Top 10 Highest Selling Albums In The World 2025

1. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen

Morgan Wallen’s I’m the Problem has dominated the charts, becoming the best-selling album in the U.S. for 2025 with a staggering 2.562 million equivalent album units by midyear. Debuting with 493,000 units in its first week, the album held the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 for nine weeks, driven by hits like “What I Want” (featuring Tate McRae), which topped the Billboard Hot 100. Wallen’s blend of country and pop, amplified by viral TikTok moments, has solidified his global appeal.

2. Short N’ Sweet – Sabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter’s Short N’ Sweet has been a standout, particularly in the UK, where it led sales with 196,000 chart units by April 2025 (61% physical, 39% digital/streaming). Its catchy pop hooks and Carpenter’s rising star power have made it a global favorite, ranking fifth in U.S. sales with 695,000 units. The album’s success reflects the enduring appeal of pop and strategic vinyl releases.

3. The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess – Chappell Roan

The bold, theatrical pop style of Chappell Roan’s The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess has won over the hearts of many people. Ranking eighth in U.S. sales with 465,000 units, the album’s success is driven by Roan’s growing fanbase and strong streaming numbers. Unexpectedly, it became a hit in 2025 due to the cultural impact it had and the critical acclaim it received.

4. $ome $exy $ongs 4 U – Drake & PartyNextDoor (Unconfirmed)

The collaborative effort Some Sexy Songs 4 U by Drake and PartyNextDoor debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 246,000 units. Featuring top-10 singles “Gimme a Hug” and “Nokia,” the album’s sultry R&B and hip-hop blend has resonated globally, amassing 600,000 units in the U.S. by March. Its chart performance underscores Drake’s consistent dominance.

5. So Close to What – Tate McRae

So Close to What, which was released by Tate McRae, achieved its first No. 1 position on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 177,000 copies in its first week of release. The album’s pop-driven sound and McRae’s viral presence on social media have propelled it to ninth place in the United States in terms of sales, and it has strong numbers in terms of global streaming. The fact that she worked with Morgan Wallen on the song “What I Want” helped to expand its audience even further.

6. Debí Tirar Más Fotos – Bad Bunny

The album “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” by Bad Bunny made it to the top spot on the Billboard 200 chart for three consecutive weeks, reaching a peak of 203,500 units in its first full week of release. By the month of March, it had sold 1.05 million units in the United States, driven by sales of vinyl records and the growing influence of Latin music around the world. Because of the album’s cultural resonance, it became a leading contender all over the world.

7. GNX – Kendrick Lamar

Over two million copies of Kendrick Lamar’s GNX were sold all over the world by the middle of the year 2025, making it a hip-hop powerhouse. It was Lamar’s performance at Super Bowl LIX and his Grammy wins that contributed to the album’s success, which resulted in it reaching a peak of 236,000 units and spending two weeks at the top of the Billboard 200 chart. With 1.03 million units sold, it stands in second place in the United States.

8. Music – Playboi Carti

Playboi Carti’s Music made its debut with 298,000 units, securing a position at the top of the Billboard 200 chart for three consecutive weeks. Because of its innovative rap style and strong streaming performance, it has become a worldwide phenomenon, particularly among younger audiences, and it has gained significant traction. Because of its forward-thinking sound, the album has remained in the top 10 charts all over the world.

9. SOS (Deluxe) – SZA

SZA’s SOS (Deluxe), which was bolstered by its Lana reissue, remained at the top of the Billboard 200 chart for a total of thirteen weeks in 2025, spending three weeks at the top. The album’s R&B depth and streaming dominance have made it a global favorite, marking SZA’s continued chart reign. As of March, the album had sold 964,000 units in the United States through streaming services.

10. Hurry Up Tomorrow – The Weeknd

Hurry Up Tomorrow, which was released by The Weeknd, had the highest streaming week of 2025, debuting with 490,500 units and securing one week at the top of the Billboard 200 chart. As of March, it had sold 850,000 copies in the United States, making it the best-selling album of the year 2025 worldwide. Both its cinematic sound and The Weeknd’s performance at the Grammys contributed to the enormous success of the album.