ADÉLA Lands 2 Top 5 Songs on Global Charts, Karol G Holds at No. 1

Karol G continues to solidify her global presence with her latest single “BbY WOW” maintaining the number one position on both the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts for a fourth consecutive week. The track, a collaboration with Judeline and rusowsky, has demonstrated remarkable staying power since it first ascended to the top three weeks ago, underscoring Karol G’s ongoing influence on the international music scene.

During the tracking week from September 18 to 24, “BbY WOW” amassed 51.5 million streams worldwide, a slight decline of 3% compared to the previous week, alongside approximately 1,000 sales globally. Outside the United States, it generated 38.8 million streams, maintaining its lead as the most streamed song internationally. This achievement marks Karol G’s first multi-week tenure at number one on these global rankings, following her initial chart-topping success earlier this year with “TQG,” a collaboration with Shakira.

Notably, “BbY WOW” also represents the first number one hit on these charts for collaborators Judeline and rusowsky, signaling their emergence on the global music stage alongside Karol G.

While Karol G’s dominance continues, Slovak singer-songwriter and dancer ADÉLA has made a significant breakthrough by simultaneously placing two tracks within the top five on both Billboard Global charts. Her songs “Nicole Kidman” and “Ain’t in LA” have captured widespread attention, with “Nicole Kidman” climbing from number 11 to number 3 on the Global 200 and “Ain’t in LA” maintaining its peak at number 5. On the Global Excl. U.S. chart, “Ain’t in LA” rose from number 6 to 4, while “Nicole Kidman” surged impressively from number 26 to number 5.

These tracks collectively accumulated 32.5 million and 30 million streams respectively during the tracking period, reflecting strong and growing international appeal. Both songs are featured on ADÉLA’s debut album, PRIMA, released in 2026. Her rise has been supported by exposure from her participation in the reality competition Dream Academy and by opening for Demi Lovato’s It’s Not That Deep Tour earlier this year.

ADÉLA’s feat of having two initial top-five entries simultaneously on these prominent global charts is a rare accomplishment for 2026, placing her alongside previous acts such as HUNTR/X and Saja Boys, who achieved similar chart success earlier this year.

Additional highlights from the charts include Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas,” which has sustained its position at number 2 on the Global 200, and Dua Lipa’s “Training Season,” which, despite a slight dip to number 4 on the same chart, remains strong at number 2 on the Global Excl. U.S. ranking. Meanwhile, Shakira and Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai,” the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, continues steady at number 3 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart, holding a top position for ten weeks since July.

The Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts compile rankings by analyzing streaming and sales data from more than 200 territories globally, with the distinction that the Global Excl. U.S. chart excludes data from the United States to highlight broader international trends. These charts utilize a weighted formula that incorporates official streams across subscription and ad-supported platforms, alongside digital sales from full-service retailers, ensuring an extensive and credible representation of global listening habits.

As these rankings evolve weekly, they continue to highlight the shifting dynamics of global music consumption, illustrating the growing impact of artists from diverse backgrounds and emerging markets. Karol G’s sustained success exemplifies the strong foothold Latin music has internationally, while ADÉLA’s breakout signals the expanding reach of artists from Central Europe.

The charts dated October 3, 2026, will be updated and published later this month, offering further insight into the global music landscape as it develops. For those interested in detailed rankings, Billboard provides the top 100 songs publicly, with full 200-song listings accessible through their professional subscription services.