Country superstar Luke Combs has officially surpassed a record set by legend Garth Brooks, adding another historic achievement to his rapidly growing career. His initial reaction was one of disbelief.
October 6, 2025
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Combs Surpasses Country Legend
Country music star Luke Combs has added another major milestone to his career, breaking a chart record previously held by the legendary Garth Brooks. Upon hearing the news, Combs expressed his surprise, stating, "My initial reaction was, ‘Are you sure?’”
The achievement solidifies Combs' position as one of modern country music's most dominant artists. This new record is linked to the incredible longevity of his albums on the charts, a testament to his consistent popularity.
Combs first stormed onto the scene with his debut single "Hurricane" in 2016, a song that set the stage for his record-breaking career trajectory.
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A Career Built on Hits
Luke Combs' success is marked by a series of significant achievements that highlight his impact on the music industry.
The "Hurricane" Phenomenon
Combs' debut single, "Hurricane," was a commercial juggernaut. It sold 15,000 copies in its first week and eventually topped the Country Airplay chart for two weeks in May 2017. The track's success is further quantified by its:
9x Platinum certification in the US.
More than 220 million online streams.
Record-Setting Albums
The new record is part of a larger pattern of success for Combs. He is the first artist in history to have his first two studio albums spend 25 weeks or more at Number 1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart. His debut album, This One's For You, also reached number one on the same chart.
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