The campaign began with the release of lead single “Drop Dead,” and as expected, the track made an explosive entrance across multiple rankings. Its performance has reignited interest in Rodrigo’s catalog, sending both Guts and Sour climbing across key Billboard charts years after their initial debuts.
Guts Eyes the Top Spot Again—But Faces Stiff Competition
Rodrigo’s sophomore album Guts is once again flirting with chart dominance. The project rises from No. 5 to No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Alternative Albums chart, marking its 137th week on the ranking. Over that run, it has already spent 12 weeks in the top position—an impressive feat for a record that continues to resonate long after release.
Yet, its return to No. 1 is being held off—for now. Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan maintains a firm grip on the summit with his widely successful album Stick Season, which logs its 41st week at No. 1. The project has become one of the most enduring leaders in the chart’s history.
Industry watchers expect Kahan to continue his dominance, especially with his upcoming release The Great Divide projected to debut strongly—possibly even earning him his first No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
A Brief Chart Appearance—and a Curious Omission
Interestingly, Rodrigo’s presence on the Top Alternative Albums chart has been limited. Despite its massive success, Sour never appeared on that ranking, as Billboard categorized it strictly as a pop album.
Instead, her only other entry besides Guts is Live From Glastonbury (A BBC Recording), which debuted at No. 4 late last year before quickly disappearing from the chart. The fleeting appearance highlights how selective her alternative chart footprint has been—even as her music crosses genre lines.
Catalog Resurgence Across Billboard Rankings
Beyond the alternative category, Guts is seeing renewed momentum across multiple charts. The album jumps from No. 10 to No. 3 on the Top Rock and Alternative Albums chart, where it trails behind Stick Season and the enduring classic Rumours by Fleetwood Mac.
On the all-genre Billboard 200, both Guts and Sour are on the rise. Guts climbs from No. 52 to No. 32, while Sour surges 12 positions to sit just behind it—an indication that Rodrigo’s earlier work continues to attract listeners alongside her new releases.
Streaming is also playing a major role in this resurgence. Both albums re-enter the Top Streaming Albums chart, with Guts landing at No. 34 and Sour just behind at No. 35.
“Drop Dead” Dominates With Record-Breaking Debut
While her albums are thriving, the real headline belongs to “Drop Dead.” The single launches at No. 1 across several major charts, including the Billboard Hot 100, Streaming Songs, Digital Song Sales, and the Billboard Global 200.
The debut marks Rodrigo’s fourth No. 1 on most of these rankings, further cementing her reputation as one of the most reliable hitmakers of her generation. On the Digital Song Sales chart, she expands her tally of chart-toppers even further, demonstrating particularly strong purchasing support from fans.
In addition, “Drop Dead” makes an immediate impact on radio, debuting within the top 40 across four different airplay charts—an uncommon feat that underscores its broad appeal.
A New Era With Familiar Dominance
Rodrigo’s latest success shows how seamlessly she can transition into a new album cycle while maintaining the momentum of her past work. With “Drop Dead” already setting records and Guts inching back toward No. 1, the rollout of You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love is shaping up to be one of the year’s defining pop moments.
If early numbers are any indication, this era won’t just match her previous achievements—it may surpass them.