Prince’s “Purple Rain” Soars To #1

Prince’s “Purple Rain,” the title track from the singer’s 1984 album of the same name, lands atop of the R&B/Hip Hop single sales chart this week, selling 121,515 units during the seven days leading to April 21. The single, which is widely considered as one of Prince’s signature records, is one of many songs from the iconic singer that have experienced a rapid spike in sales over the past week.

Desiigner Remains At #2

Desiigner’s “Panda” continues to experience a week-on-week increase in sales. The single sold 112,550 units during the seven days leading to April 21, taking its total since its official release onto the charts 12 weeks ago to 416,376 units.

Prince’s “When Doves Cry” Takes #3 Spot

In addition to his “Purple Rain” single, Prince’s “When Doves Cry” re-enters the charts at #3 this week, selling 100,226 units during the seven days leading to April 21.

The Top 10 R&B/Hip Hop Single Sales For Week Ending 04/21/2016

#1. Prince – “Purple Rain” – 121,515 (1,186,215)
#2. Desiigner – “Panda” – 112,550 (416,376)
#3. Prince – “When Doves Cry” – 100,226 (1,385,448)
#4. Prince – “Little Red Corvette” – 85,181 (919,131)
#5. Drake f. Wizkid & Kyla – “One Dance” – 85,158 (307,456)
#6. Prince – “Kiss” – 81,544 (1,330,336)
#7. Prince – “Let’s Go Crazy” – 75,218 (964,403)
#8. Prince – “1999” – 64,691 (727,363)
#9. Prince – “I Would Die 4 U” – 52,035 (561,772)
#10. Prince – “Raspberry Beret” – 49,263 (691,421)