'BbY WOW' de Karol G, Judeline y rusowsky regresa al No. 1 global

Karol G, alongside Judeline and rusowsky, has once again ascended to the summit of the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts with their hit “BbY WOW,” marking its fifth week at the pinnacle of these influential rankings. Despite a slight dip in streaming numbers worldwide, the track experienced a notable rise in sales, underscoring its sustained popularity across markets.

Between October 2 and 8, “BbY WOW” accumulated 46.2 million global streams, representing a 6% decrease from the prior week. However, this was offset by a 14% increase in digital sales, totaling 1,000 units. Outside the United States, the song’s performance remained robust, climbing back to the top spot on the Global Excl. U.S. chart with 34.4 million streams, also reflecting a minor 6% decline.

Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero,” which debuted prominently last week, has now slipped to the second position on both charts. This shift illustrates the competitive dynamics at play in the global music landscape, where streaming and sales data from more than 200 territories converge to shape weekly rankings.

Other notable movements on the Global 200 include ADÉLA’s “Nicole Kidman” returning to its previous peak at number three and Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” rebounding to number four after previously reaching number two. Additionally, the track “Ain’t in LA” has climbed to number five, matching its prior highest placement.

Meanwhile, in the Global Excl. U.S. chart, “Nicole Kidman” reached a new peak at number three, while Dua Lipa’s “Training Season” experienced a slight drop from three to four. “Ain’t in LA” has maintained its position at number five, reinforcing its steady presence outside the American market.

A significant debut this week is “Solar Eclipse” by Drake and Don Toliver, which entered the Global 200 at number eight, fueled by 24.9 million streams worldwide. This milestone marks Drake’s 46th top 10 appearance on the chart since its inception in September 2020, solidifying his status as the male artist with the most entries, second overall only to Taylor Swift.

For Don Toliver, this marks his second entry into the top 10, signaling growing recognition on the global stage. The Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts compile their rankings through a weighted formula that integrates official streaming data from subscription and ad-supported services, alongside digital sales, excluding direct-to-consumer transactions.

These charts reflect a comprehensive snapshot of international music consumption. The Global 200 includes data from every territory worldwide, while the Global Excl. U.S. chart omits American figures to highlight trends abroad. The latest weekly rankings are scheduled for publication on Billboard.com on October 13, 2026.

Billboard maintains transparency by offering the top 100 songs for free access, with full 200-position listings available through their subscription platform, Billboard Pro. Data integrity is ensured through rigorous verification by Luminate, an independent partner responsible for authenticating all streaming and sales reports before chart compilation.

This week’s chart activity underscores the fluctuating yet vibrant nature of global music trends, spotlighting artists like Karol G who command international appeal, as well as established figures such as Drake who continue to dominate the streaming era’s evolving landscape.