When did Billboard announce the Global 200 chart?
Billboard announced the Global 200 on the 6th of May 2019. The project required over two years of development before its official debut in September 2020.
Questions about Billboard Global 200
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How does the Billboard Global 200 calculate song rankings?
The chart measures positions using a weighted formula incorporating sales and streaming data from more than 200 territories. It includes streams from both subscription and ad-supported levels of top digital platforms alongside download sales from global retailers.
Who holds the record for the longest reign at number one on the Billboard Global 200?
Bruno Mars holds the record for the longest reign at number one with thirty weeks atop the Global 200. His song Die with a Smile achieved this milestone between 2024 and 2025.
What is the difference between the Billboard Global 200 and the Global Excl US chart?
Billboard launched the Global Excl US chart alongside the primary ranking on the 19th of September 2020 to exclude all territories within the United States. This parallel list follows the same formula but provides a distinct perspective on which songs resonate most strongly outside North America.
Which act has secured the highest total number-one singles on the Billboard Global 200?
BTS secured seven number-one singles across the chart's history, the highest total for any act. They also became the first act to simultaneously top the Global 200, Global Excl US, and Hot 100 charts five times between the 3rd of October 2020 and subsequent dates.