Hozier's Initial Top-Ranking Single Experiences Over 100% Boost in Sales Figures
Hozier's Initial Top-Ranking Single Experiences Over 100% Boost in Sales Figures
Hozier had an unexpected success last year with the release of "Too Sweet," which initially gained viral popularity and then dominated the U.S. charts. The song's sales are currently increasing, pushing it back up the Billboard rankings once more.
In the past week, "Too Sweet" sold an additional 3,100 copies in America, an increase of 117% compared to the previous period when it was bought by 1,400 people.
Hozier's popularity surge can be attributed to his recent performance on Saturday Night Live. The tune was featured on the show which aired on December 21, hosted by Martin Short, prompting Americans to rediscover their love for the song.
These new purchases have contributed to the song's rise on the Billboard charts, although it was already doing well on various lists. The tune returns to the Digital Song Sales chart, re-entering at No. 7, securing a top 10 spot once more.
"Too Sweet" is now the leader on two purchase-focused rankings, having previously conquered these positions. The song returns to No. 1 on both the Rock Digital Song Sales and Alternative Digital Song Sales charts. It also maintains its No. 1 spot on the Hot Rock Songs list.
The song comes close to leading the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and Hot Alternative Songs charts, settling for a second place position. It also remains in third place on the Rock & Alternative Airplay list, where it has previously held a dominant position.
The single moves up a place on two more charts, likely due to its SNL performance. It climbs to No. 5 on both the Alternative Streaming Songs and Alternative Airplay charts.
"Too Sweet" appears in the top 10 on one final chart, the Rock Streaming Songs chart, where it's currently performing the worst among this group, although it's still highly successful. The song drops one place to No. 10 on this chart, while still managing to secure a spot in the top 10.
"Too Sweet" reached the top of the Hot 100 in April, surprising many in the music industry. Its comeback exceeded the success of his breakout hit "Take Me to Church," which peaked at No. 2, missing out on giving him his first leader by just one space.
Hozier's "Too Sweet" made a significant return to the Billboard rankings, thanks in part to its resurgence following his performance on Saturday Night Live. The song's sales have increased dramatically, pushing it back into the top 10 on the Digital Song Sales chart, where it reclaimed the No. 1 spot on the Rock Digital Song Sales and Alternative Digital Song Sales charts. With these achievements, "Too Sweet" has now dominated two purchase-focused rankings twice.
Forbes recently recognized Hozier's success, highlighting his continued domination of the charts. Despite a slight drop on the Rock Streaming Songs chart, "Too Sweet" still managed to secure a spot in the top 10, demonstrating its enduring popularity. The song's sales have also contributed to its continued success on various charts, including the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and Hot Alternative Songs charts, where it settles for second place.
The tremendous sales of "Too Sweet" can also be attributed to its initial viral popularity. The song, which dominated the U.S. charts last year, is still making waves and is currently enjoying an increased sales period, pushing it back up the Billboard rankings once more. This renewed popularity has seen Hozier's success extend beyond the initial release, with the song now appearing on various Billboard charts and re-entering the Billboard Hot 100, where it reached the top spot in April.