NSYNC Returns to Various Charts Through Dance, Yet Their Stay is Temporary
NSYNC Returns to Various Charts Through Dance, Yet Their Stay is Temporary
NSYNC's recent years have seen a significant resurgence. In 2023, the boy band rejoined forces and released their first new song in years, titled "Better Place," which was a massive hit. This success sparked whispers of more songs and potentially a tour in the near future, but the band has chosen to keep tight-lipped about their plans.
This week, NSYNC makes a comeback on the charts, maintaining their popularity, particularly with millennials. The five-piece returns to various rankings with their holiday tunes. They manage to secure a spot on both song and album lists, even if it's only for a brief stint, and the fact that they've reemerged is noteworthy.
Their holiday classic, "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays," once again becomes a global phenomenon this week. The single reappears on the Billboard Global 200 at position 106.
This position isn't far from its previous high of No. 97 on the list of the most-consumed songs worldwide. The track, which is over a quarter-century old, has only spent a dozen weeks on the ranking, and it often returns during the holiday season.
In the U.S., NSYNC appears on a chart that focuses on domestic listening. Their sole holiday album, Home For Christmas, debuts on the Billboard 200 at No. 152.
Unlike on the Billboard Global 200, NSYNC's only charting album is nowhere near its all-time high on the Billboard 200. Home For Christmas peaked at No. 7 on the ranking of the most popular full-lengths in the country. It's also spent more time on the competitive roster than its featured single has on the list it appears on, as the project is currently residing somewhere on the 200-spot roster for over forty frames.
In the past week, Home For Christmas sold an additional 12,100 equivalent units in the U.S. Only 1,700 of those were sales (according to Luminate), with streaming activity accounting for the majority of the remaining units. The plays of "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" are likely responsible for the album's current position.
NSYNC's "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" continues to dominate the global sales charts, appearing once again on the Billboard Global 200, this time at position 106. This resurgence of the classic holiday track reflects NSYNC's global popularity, as seen in their past chart-topping performances.
The release of NSYNC's holiday album, "Home For Christmas," has also seen a significant boost in sales, with an additional 12,100 equivalent units sold in the U.S. last week. The album, which first gained popularity in 1998, has managed to maintain its relevance and continues to be a staple in holiday music playlists.
The success of "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" and "Home For Christmas" in the charts can be attributed in part to NSYNC's strong presence on Billboard, as evidenced by their numerous chart appearances throughout their career. In 2023, NSYNC's single "Better Place" made a strong comeback on the Billboard 200, securing a spot at No. 97.
Furthermore, the band's holiday tunes have consistently charted on Billboard, with "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" frequently reappearing on the Billboard Hot 100. This consistency in chart performance is a testament to NSYNC's enduring popularity and the timeless appeal of their holiday music.
Finally, NSYNC's "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" has also gained significant recognition on the Billboard charts in the past. The track reached its highest position of No. 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1999, demonstrating the band's ability to connect with audiences and create iconic holiday music.