Even in an era of streaming-dominated music, Eminem continues to prove his staying power with “The Death of Slim Shady”, landing among the year’s top first-week rap albums.
Hip hop may be the most popular genre in the US, but 2024 saw relatively tame first-week album sales compared to its peak years. Notably, no rap project surpassed 400,000 units in its debut week — a milestone the genre had not missed since 2014.
Yet amidst these changing metrics, Eminem has proven his longevity once again. “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)” debuted with 281,000 first-week sales, earning the No.4 spot on HipHopDX’s list of The Biggest Rap Albums of 2024 Based on First-Week Sales. Sharing the Top 5 with Kendrick Lamar, Tyler, The Creator, and Travis Scott, Eminem’s performance underscores his relevance alongside artists who cite him as an influence.
Travis Scott’s reissued 2014 mixtape “Days Before Rodeo” claimed the top position with 361,000 units, while Kendrick’s GNX and Tyler’s “Chromakopia” rounded out the top three. Meanwhile, Future and Metro Boomin also held strong positions, with “We Don’t Trust You” claiming the No.5 spot.
HipHopDX may call Eminem’s numbers “relatively modest”, but his ability to compete with contemporary juggernauts in a rapidly evolving industry speaks volumes. Unlike Travis Scott’s vinyl-boosted reissue, which saw its Billboard position plummet over 200 points out of the chart post-release, Eminem’s enduring presence reflects genuine fan loyalty and impact.
With “The Death of Slim Shady”, Eminem positions himself as a living legend, proving that even decades into his career, his influence and artistry are in high demand in today’s music landscape.
Top 10 Biggest Rap Albums Of 2024 Based On First-Week Sales:
1. Travis Scott — Days Before Rodeo
First-week sales: 361,000
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: N/A
2. Kendrick Lamar — GNX
First-week sales: 319,000
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: N/A
3. Tyler, The Creator — Chromakopia
First-week sales: 299,500
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: N/A
4. Eminem — The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)
First-week sales: 281,000
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: N/A
5. Future & Metro Boomin — We Don’t Trust You
First-week sales: 251,000
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: Platinum (1 million sales)
6. Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign — Vultures 1
First-week sales: 148,000
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: Gold (500,000 sales)
7. 21 Savage — American Dream
First-week sales: 133,000
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: Gold (500,000 sales)
8. Future — Mixtape Pluto
First-week sales: 129,000
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: N/A
9. Future & Metro Boomin — We Still Don’t Trust You
First-week sales: 127,500
Peak chart position: #1
RIAA Certification: N/A
10. Rod Wave — Last Lap
First-week sales: 127,000
Peak chart position: #2
RIAA Certification: N/A
