Paul's solo album, 'McCartney II,' experiences a resurgence, mainly due to a notable track.
Throughout his solo path, Paul McCartney has released numerous albums, encompassing live recordings, compilations, and ventures into genres beyond his pop and rock reputation. Three of these projects are noteworthy, forming a series that has brought considerable success to the legendary artist. Currently, one entry in this trio, excluding the most recent one, is making headlines again in the U.S.
McCartney II strikes a chord once more on the Billboard 200, the most influential albums chart in the United States. The semi-named project reclaims the No. 179 spot on the 200-ranked list of the most-consumed full-lengths and EPs nationwide.
What propels McCartney II back onto the Billboard 200? Certain variants of the album feature "Wonderful Christmastime," a track that not only places McCartney as the leading seasonal artist but also ranks among America's most beloved holiday hits.
As "Wonderful Christmastime" climbs the Billboard charts, McCartney II follows suit. In the latest tracking period, the set moved another 10,500 equivalent units, according to Luminate, the organization responsible for gathering sales and streaming data in the American music industry, which Billboard relies on to compile weekly charts.
McCartney II now boasts a total of 37 weeks on the Billboard 200. The album debuted on the tally in June 1980, during its established solo career. One week later, it reached its all-time peak at No. 3.
Upon its resurgence on the Billboard 200, McCartney II appears on one other chart in the U.S. and is on the rise. The second installation to McCartney, released a decade prior, advances from No. 42 to No. 34 on the Top Rock & Alternative Albums chart as interest in the project—or at least one song on its tracklist—increases.
"Wonderful Christmastime" joined the album's roster more than 30 years after McCartney II first made its chart debut. For many years, the tune stood alone as a single, but now it appears on numerous projects from the singer-songwriter.
"Wonderful Christmastime" ascends on each of the eight Billboard charts it calls home. It returns to the top 40 on the Hot 100, climbing from No. 46 to No. 39. The tune holds the highest position on the Rock Streaming Songs chart, where it currently resides at No. 3.
The resurrection of McCartney II on the Billboard 200 is partly attributed to the inclusion of "Wonderful Christmastime," a track that has elevated McCartney as the leading holiday artist in America. This holiday hit has also found a place on various other projects by McCartney.
The success of "Wonderful Christmastime" has positively impacted the overall performance of McCartney II. In the latest tracking period, the album recorded an additional 10,500 equivalent units, as reported by Luminate.
As a result of the growing popularity of "Wonderful Christmastime," McCartney II has also gained momentum on other Billboard charts. The album has moved up from No. 42 to No. 34 on the Top Rock & Alternative Albums chart.
The reemergence of McCartney II on the Billboard 200 is not a new occurrence for Paul McCartney's discography. The album initially debuted on the chart in 1980 and reached its highest position of No. 3 one week later.
Beyond the Billboard 200 and Top Rock & Alternative Albums charts, "Wonderful Christmastime" is also making waves on various Billboard charts. For instance, the song now ranks at No. 3 on the Rock Streaming Songs chart.
