Song of the Month:

The title of song of the month for March goes to “The Giver” by Chappell Roan. The song, released on March 13, is Roan’s latest single and is anticipated to be featured on her next project, with very little being known about it currently. “The Giver” is Roan’s first song marketed within the country genre, and is influenced by the country artists and music she grew up listening to, as well as the experiences she had living in a small, southern town in Missouri. The song debuted at No.10 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard Global 200.

Album of the Month:

The title of album of the month for March goes to MAYHEM by Lady Gaga. It was released on March 7, and is Gaga’s seventh solo studio album, featuring the singles “Disease” and “Abracadabra,” as well as the hit song “Die With A Smile” that she has with Bruno Mars. The album brings Gaga back to the dark pop and dance music from early in her career, and has been well received by fans and critics alike. MAYHEM debuted at No.1 on the Billboard 200, and currently sits at No.2 to round out the month.

Artist of the Month:

The title of artist of the month for March goes to Tate McRae. McRae released her third studio album So Close To What on February 21, with it debuting at No.1 on the Billboard 200. The album features the singles “It’s ok I’m ok,” “2 hands,” and “Sports car.” McRae had one of the most successful months of her career following the release of So Close To What, with her streaming numbers reaching all time highs and her Miss Possessive Tour kicking off on March 18 for 83 shows across the world.

Charts:

Here is a list of the top 10 songs and albums on the Billboard Hot 100, Billboard 200, and Billboard Global 200 rounding out the month of March. You can see a full list of all songs on the charts here.

Billboard Hot 100:

1. Luther by Kendrick Lamar and SZA.
2. Evil JOrdan by Playboi Carti.
3. Die With A Smile by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars.
4. Rather Lie by Playboi Carti and The Weeknd.
5. The Giver by Chappell Roan.
6. A Bar Song (Tipsy) by Shaboozey.
7. Birds Of A Feather by Billie Eilish.
8. Not Like Us by Kendrick Lamar.
9. Pink Pony Club by Chappell Roan.
10. Anxiety by Doechii.

Billboard 200:

1. MUSIC by Playboi Carti.
2. MAYHEM by Lady Gaga.
3. GNX by Kendrick Lamar.
4. $ome $exy $ongs 4 U by PARTYNEXTDOOR and Drake.
5. SOS by SZA.
6. Short n’ Sweet by Sabrina Carpenter.
7. So Close To What by Tate McRae.
8. Debi Tirar Mas Fotos by Bad Bunny.
9. HOT (EP) by LE SSERAFIM.
10. One Thing At A Time by Morgan Wallen.

Billboard Global 200:

1. Die With A Smile by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars.
2. APT. by ROSÉ and Bruno Mars.
3. Anxiety by Doechii.
4. Evil JOrdan by Playboi Carti.
5. Luther by Kendrick Lamar and SZA.
6. Rather Lie by Playboi Carti and The Weeknd.
7. like JENNIE by JENNIE.
8. Not Like Us by Kendrick Lamar.
9. Birds Of A Feather by Billie Eilish.
10. The Giver by Chappell Roan.

Release Radar:

– Albums:

• I Said I Love You First by Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco (March 21).

• Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead by Ariana Grande (March 28).

• Who Believes in Angels? by Elton John and Brandi Carlile (April 4).

– Songs:

• “Azizam” by Ed Sheeran (April 4).

New Year, New Name, New Location:

Music ‘24 is now Music ‘25. Music ‘25 will continue with monthly editions and other articles throughout the remainder of the school year, however, after the school year concludes, Music ‘25 will move to a publication independent of the West Press that, at the time of this article’s release, has yet to be determined. More information is coming soon!

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