The Weeknd Gets 15th No. 1 on Rhythmic Airplay, Has Third Most of All Time

The Weeknd’s single “Cry for Me” secures his 15th No. 1 on Billboard’s Rhythmic Airplay chart, moving him ahead of Chris Brown for the third most chart-toppers in the history of the ranking. The song maintained its position as the most played track on U.S. rhythmic radio stations for the week of April 11-17, narrowly beating out SZA’s “BMF.” “Cry for Me” is the second No. 1 from The Weeknd’s album “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” marking his first album to produce multiple Rhythmic Airplay chart-toppers since 2016-17. The track also climbs on the Pop Airplay and Radio Songs charts, showcasing its mainstream success.

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