Elvis Presley Secures another Multi-Genre Chart-Topping Success
Many tunes that make it to the Billboard charts typically show up in a single category of rankings, caters mainly to a specific genre. However, it's not uncommon for a track to appear in multiple lists centered around one style. This unusual path isn't the norm for most successful cuts, but it does happen occasionally.
Elvis Presley, the iconic musician even after decades beyond the grave, achieves a multigenre hit this week in the U.S. It serves as a reminder that his music continues to remain incredibly popular, and its appeal extends beyond the realm of rock. Interestingly, his song finds a place in not one but two distinct rankings this time around, which are based on different styles.
"Blue Christmas" makes a return to the Billboard rankings, appearing concurrently on both the Rock Streaming Songs and Country Streaming Songs charts. On the former, the timeless classic re-emerges at position 11, while on the country-exclusive list, it appears slightly further down at 18.
"Blue Christmas" is coming close to a full year on the Rock Streaming Songs chart, and it doesn't seem far from reaching the milestone before the holiday surge ends on the Billboard rankings. Currently, the track has made 48 appearances on the tally, even if it doesn't make it to 52 stints as the most-streamed rock track in the nation, it seems inevitable that it will do so next year. The same song has already spent 54 weeks on the Country Streaming Songs roster.
In the coming weeks, we can expect "Blue Christmas" to continue climbing the two streaming-only charts it graced. With the holiday season just beginning, millions of people are expected to stream "Blue Christmas," leading to a potential surge in sales and an impressive number of radio spins throughout December, which could further propel the song to fame on other rankings.
"Blue Christmas" also graces several of Billboard's seasonal rankings. On the Holiday 100, "Blue Christmas" lands at No. 22, and on the Holiday Streaming Songs chart, it appears one rung further down.
Elvis Presley scores a couple of hits on the Holiday 100, and both of his present tracks are currently on a downward trend, at least for the moment. "Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)" moves from No. 59 to No. 81. However, with the holiday season well underway and fierce competition, Elvis's Christmas output could make a significant comeback on the seasonal lists in the weeks to come.
Elvis Presley's "Blue Christmas" has a significant presence on the 2024 Christmas charts, appearing on both the Rock and Country expected rankings due to its anticipated streams.
The iconic track "Blue Christmas" is anticipated to maintain its position on the Billboard's Blue Christmas charts in 2024, given its consistent performance on the streaming-only charts.
Elvis Presley's timeless hit "Blue Christmas" is expected to top the Blue Christmas radio charts in 2024, thanks to its projected large number of streams and radio play during the holiday season.
Despite a temporary decline, Elvis Presley's "Blue Christmas" is poised for a potential comeback on the Holiday 100 charts in 2024, especially if the holiday spirit sparks a renewed interest in his music.
Lastly, Elvis Presley's "Blue Christmas" is projected to secure a notable position on the 2024 Billboard's Holiday Streaming Songs chart, thanks to the holiday season's increasing popularity and streaming trends.
