The Beatles score multiple U.K. chart wins this week, as “Now and Then” and the 1 compilation both … More
It’s never strange to see The Beatles on the charts, especially in the United Kingdom, where the legendary pop-rock outfit remains a fixture. Decades after disbanding, the band still maintains a constant presence across a number of rankings, kept afloat by unwavering fan support and a discography that seems unbeatable.
While appearances on the charts aren’t unusual for The Beatles, it is notable when one song or album suddenly outperforms the rest, or returns. This frame, the band collects several wins across the country, including a pair of reappearing wins — one single and one full-length — that are both still fan favorites.
“Now and Then” Returns to the Top 40
When it comes to The Beatles’ two returning titles on the U.K. charts, “Now and Then” is the higher-rising title. The single, which debuted years after the group disbanded, was created largely by both Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, who used artificial intelligence technology to clean up old recordings made by John Lennon and George Harrison in order to craft something brand new – the group’s final release.
This week, the track returns to the Official Vinyl Singles chart at No. 31. That comeback is accompanied by another leap, as it bolts from No. 61 to No. 28 on the Official Physical Singles list — a jump of more than 30 spots.
The Final Single by The Beatles is Still a Hit
“Now and Then” has previously reached the summit on both of the U.K. tallies it appears on this week. The tune has now spent 36 weeks on the Official Vinyl Singles chart and 75 on the broader Official Physical Singles ranking. That’s twice as many stays on the latter list, which makes sense given that it encompasses more formats and, perhaps, a larger number of potential buyers.
The Beatles’ 1 is a Bestseller Again
The Beatles’ 1, one of the most successful compilations in British music history, also makes its way back to the charts this week. The greatest hits collection, which includes dozens of the band’s former No. 1 smashes, reappears on just one ranking, as it returns to the Official Album Downloads chart at No. 94.
The Beatles’ Compilations Continue to Chart
1 isn’t the only full-length by The Beatles present on the charts in the U.K. right now. Two other popular compilations — 1962–1966 and 1967–1970 — are both still holding on via a pair of tallies. The two companion releases appear on the Official Albums list, which ranks the most popular titles based on a mix of metrics, as well as the Official Albums Streaming roster, which focuses solely on plays from platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
Interestingly, the collections experience completely different movements. 1967–1970, the set that features the band’s later output, improves on both lists this frame. At the same time, 1962–1966, which compiles earlier hits, experiences a small dip on both tallies.
