Morgan Wallen’s “I’m the Problem” Shatters 2025 Records, Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200

Country megastar Morgan Wallen is once again rewriting the rulebook for chart success. As anticipated, his sprawling new album, I’m the Problem, has stormed to the top of the Billboard 200, not only claiming the coveted No. 1 spot but also delivering the biggest US sales week of 2025 so far.

With a staggering 493,000 equivalent units sold in its debut week, I’m the Problem narrowly outpaced The Weeknd’s Hurry Up Tomorrow, which previously set the year’s benchmark at 490,000 units. This feat cements Wallen’s status as one of the most dominant forces in all of music—regardless of genre.

Released on May 16, the 37-track opus marks Wallen’s third chart-topping album, following in the footsteps of Dangerous and the 2023 blockbuster One Thing At A Time. The latter spent an astonishing 19 nonconsecutive weeks at No. 1, powered by hits like “You Proof,” “Cowgirls,” and the record-breaking “Last Night.” Wallen’s 2021 effort, Dangerous, also held the top spot for 10 weeks, establishing a pattern of chart supremacy that shows no signs of slowing down.

The momentum behind I’m the Problem is undeniable. Tracks such as the Tate McRae collaboration “What I Want,” the anthemic “I Got Better,” and the viral hit “TN” have exploded across streaming platforms and social media, fueling Wallen’s meteoric rise. With his star power at an all-time high, fans and industry watchers alike are eager to see if this new release can surpass the legendary run of One Thing At A Time atop the Billboard 200.

Wallen’s impact isn’t limited to the US. I’m the Problem has also made waves internationally, securing the singer’s first-ever UK No. 1 album and his second chart-topping debut in Australia.

As 2025 unfolds, one thing is clear: Morgan Wallen isn’t just at the top of his game—he’s setting the pace for everyone else.