‘BAD’ to the Bone: Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood Score Big with “Somethin’ Bad”
It’s a fantastic week for Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood’s fiery duet “Somethin’ Bad.” The powerhouse collaboration is climbing the charts in a big way, making strong moves across four major Billboard lists. Featured on Lambert’s Platinum album—which debuts at No. 1 on both the Billboard 200 and Top Country Albums—the track is gaining serious momentum.
On the Billboard Hot 100, “Somethin’ Bad” makes a major leap, soaring from No. 91 to No. 55. Over on Hot Country Songs, it jumps from No. 25 to No. 12—making it the chart’s top streaming gainer for the week. That streaming boost also earns it a No. 13 debut on the Country Streaming Songs chart. And if it sounds like someone’s ringtone nearby, you’re not imagining things—the track debuts at No. 23 on the Ringtones chart.
‘Hope’ Shines for Danny Gokey
Danny Gokey is also celebrating a milestone week with his first Christian single, “Hope in Front of Me.” The inspirational track climbs into the top 10 on Christian Digital Songs (11 to 6), and makes the biggest jump on Hot Christian Songs, rising from No. 17 to No. 14. “Hope” also makes a strong gain on Christian Airplay, climbing from No. 23 to No. 20.
J.Lo Doubles Down
Jennifer Lopez is moving up with two tracks on the charts. “I Luh Ya Papi” hits the top 10 on Hot Dance Club Play, climbing from No. 13 to No. 7. Meanwhile, “First Love” sees a nice bump on Mainstream Top 40, rising from No. 35 to No. 27. Both tracks are off her upcoming album A.K.A., set to drop June 17.
Lucy Hale Lands on the Charts
Pretty Little Liars star Lucy Hale is making her mark in country music. Her debut album Road Between opens at No. 4 on Top Country Albums, No. 11 on Top Digital Albums, and No. 14 on the Billboard 200. Hale first appeared on the national music scene in 2003 as a contestant on American Juniors.
Chart Roundup: Bits and Highlights
Phillip Phillips sees upward movement with “Raging Fire,” climbing to No. 4 on Triple A Audience, No. 6 on Triple A, and No. 17 on Adult Contemporary.
Daughtry’s “Battleships” debuts at No. 38 on Adult Top 40. Their album Baptized re-enters Top Rock Albums at No. 48 and Top Current Albums at No. 156.
Scotty McCreery’s “Feelin’ It” rises to No. 38 on Country Airplay and re-enters Hot Country Songs at No. 46.
Mandisa’s “Back to You” breaks into the top 10 on Christian Airplay (13 to 10), while also moving up on Christian Hot AC (10 to 9) and Christian Adult Contemporary (16 to 15). It holds steady at No. 12 on Hot Christian Songs. Her album Overcomer climbs from No. 33 to No. 28 on Top Christian Albums.
Carrie Underwood’s Blown Away returns to the Top Country Catalog Albums chart at No. 20.
It’s a week of big gains, bold debuts, and cross-genre success stories across the board.