Taylor Swift Dethrones Madonna as the Most Successful Female Artist in UK Chart History
Taylor Swift has made history by surpassing Madonna to become the female artist with the most UK Number 1 albums. Her latest release, “Lover (Live From Paris),” marks her 13th chart-topping album, elevating her above Madonna’s previous record of 12. This achievement also ties Swift with Elvis Presley for the most Number 1 albums by a solo artist in the UK, trailing only The Beatles and Robbie Williams, who each have 15.
Originally released in limited quantities in 2023, “Lover (Live From Paris)” saw a resurgence with a special heart-shaped vinyl edition timed for Valentine’s Day. The album achieved 47,000 sales in its opening week, making it the biggest first-week sales for an album in 2025. Notably, it reached Number 1 based solely on pure sales, without streaming contributions—a feat last accomplished by Swift’s own “Reputation” in 2017.
This milestone underscores Swift’s enduring popularity and her innovative approach to music releases. Her re-recording project, which includes updated versions of her earlier works, has also contributed to her sustained chart success. As she continues to break records and set new standards in the music industry, fans and critics alike eagerly anticipate her future projects.
