The post-Grammy Award sales surge played out well for ’21’ singer Adele. According to Hits, the Grammy Award winning album, “21,” sold an additional 716,000 copies last week, adding to already mega sales achieved in 2011.
Adele not only saw a surge in sales for ’21,’ which has been in stores for almost a year and remained atop many charts in 2011, but increased sales of ’19,’ her last album.
Sources say that album will slide into the top 10 when final charts are revealed. Likely with 86,000 copies sold.
Whitney Houston’s music lives on this week, dominating the Billboard 200. Her best selling project, a “Greatest Hits” package, sold around 170,000 copies.
More on the Grammy sales surge is to be revealed later today on Billboard. As in years past, Grammy winning acts tend to see major increases. Esperanza Spalding saw a sales lift of 476% after she won Best New Artist in 2011.
The 2021 Grammy Awards have come and gone, but the musical legacy of two iconic female singers continues to be felt. Adele and Whitney Houston’s music has dominated post-Grammy album charts across the globe, proving that their influence is timeless. In this article, we’ll explore how both artists have continued to dominate the music industry long after their respective careers ended.
Adele and Whitney Houston are universally renowned for their vocal prowess and unforgettable ballads. The former won an impressive five Grammys at the 2021 ceremony, while the latter was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Both women left an indelible mark on popular culture during their time in the spotlight; it’s no surprise then that they’ve remained chart-toppers since then.
From iTunes Top Album Charts to streaming services like Spotify, Adele and Whitney’s songs remain evergreen classics that resonate with audiences everywhere. Whether you’re a fan of one artist or both, let’s take a look at how these two stars continue to reign supreme when it comes to commercial success!
Post Grammy Success For Adele And Whitney Houston
Adele and Whitney Houston are both enjoying tremendous post-Grammy success, with their albums dominating the charts. Adele’s latest album 25 has been a global hit since its release in November 2015 and her performance of “Hello” at this year’s Grammy Awards put it back on top. She won five awards including album of the year, record of the year, and song of the year – making her one of only 15 artists to win the coveted trifecta.
Houston was also honored at this years Grammys with an amazing tribute by Lady Gaga who performed some of her greatest hits. The late singer is still having a huge impact worldwide as her greatest hits compilation “The Ultimate Collection” recently reached number one on iTunes following Gaga’s performance. It marks yet another milestone for Houston and shows just how much she continues to be loved over 20 years after her death.
These two iconic singers have proven that good music stands the test of time, showing up in unexpected ways even long after they’ve gone from our physical world. Their legacies live on through their incredible work – inspiring new generations all around the globe.
Album Chart Reactions To Singers’ Wins
The success of Adele and Whitney Houston’s albums on the post-Grammy album chart demonstrates just how much their wins were celebrated. Adele’s 25 is now the top selling album in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. It has been certified 10x Platinum in the United Kingdom alone, making it one of the most successful albums ever released there. Additionally, her singles “Hello” and “When We Were Young” have both enjoyed incredible success since being performed at this year’s Grammys.
Meanwhile, The Ultimate Collection by Whitney Houston has reached number one on iTunes around the world following Lady Gaga’s tribute to her at this year’s awards show. This marks yet another milestone for Houston – showing that she continues to be beloved even after two decades since her death in 2012. She was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame earlier this year and her legacy will live on through her music forever.
Adele and Whitney Houston are a testament to what can happen when timeless music meets an enduring talent – inspiring new generations all around the globe with their iconic songs and performances. They have proven that good music is truly ageless and will never go out of style regardless of time or place.
Conclusion
Adele and Whitney Houston have proven themselves to be true forces in the music industry, even after winning big at this year’s Grammy Awards. After taking home multiple awards each, both singers had a huge impact on the post-Grammy album charts. It was clear that their fans were eager to show their support and celebrate these two remarkable artists by purchasing their albums.
It just goes to show how powerful Adele and Whitney Houston are as musicians. Their artistry has touched so many people, and it will continue to do so for years to come. We can expect more great achievements from them in the future, including possible wins at next year’s Grammys! For now, though, we should all take a moment to appreciate the immense talent of Adele and Whitney Houston, who have made such an incredible mark on music history.
