Ariana Grande has once again proven her star power. Her album Eternal Sunshine has rocketed back to the top of the Billboard 200, making an astonishing leap from No. 87 to No. 1 — one of the most dramatic rebounds in recent chart history. The reason? The much-anticipated deluxe edition titled Brighter Days Ahead, featuring six brand-new tracks.
In just one week, Eternal Sunshine accumulated 137,000 equivalent album units in the U.S., marking a 968% increase, according to Luminate. The reissue is available in various formats — digital, CD, and vinyl — with several editions signed by Grande herself, fueling an explosive surge in demand.
The album originally debuted at No. 1 back in March 2024, where it held steady for two consecutive weeks. It includes two major hits: “Yes, And?” and “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love),” both of which previously topped the Billboard Hot 100.
This stunning chart rebound marks the biggest leap to No. 1 in recent memory, rivaled only by Travis Scott’s Days Before Rodeo, which climbed from No. 106 to No. 1 following its vinyl release.
Breaking Down the Numbers:
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Streaming Units: 75,000 (approximately 98 million streams)
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Physical & Digital Sales: 61,000 units (a sharp rise in CD and vinyl sales)
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Track Equivalent Albums (TEA): 1,000 units
The deluxe edition isn’t just about new music — it also features alternate versions of existing tracks, including instrumental and a cappella renditions, along with fresh cover art. Fans were offered a variety of editions, and their enthusiastic response was immediate and overwhelming.
Elsewhere on the chart, Playboi Carti’s MUSIC slides to No. 2, while Lil Durk enters strong at No. 3 with his latest project Deep Thoughts.
With this bold return, Ariana Grande has shown she’s not just back — she’s dominating. Blending fresh material with clever marketing, she continues to elevate her artistry while keeping her loyal fanbase fully engaged.
