Kylie Minogue Makes History with UK Christmas Number One Hit 'Xmas
Australian pop sensation Kylie Minogue has achieved the highly sought-after UK Christmas number one spot with her latest hit, 'Xmas'. This milestone makes her the first woman to have number one singles in four different decades, as confirmed by the Official Charts Company. Expressing her gratitude, Minogue shared her excitement and warm wishes for a Merry Christmas to her fans.
While 'Xmas' marks Minogue's first UK Christmas number one, she has previously topped the charts with seven other hits throughout her illustrious career. The song has garnered significant success, marking her biggest week of UK sales and streams in over two decades. Additionally, Minogue is the first solo female artist in 12 years to claim the Christmas number one title.
Joining a select group of international female solo artists, Minogue's achievement adds her name to the list of iconic figures who have secured the Christmas number one spot. Notable artists such as Winifred Atwell and Whitney Houston have also held this prestigious title in the past. The last Australian artist to achieve this feat was Nicole Kidman in collaboration with Robbie Williams in 2001.
'Xmas' is featured on the 10th anniversary edition of Kylie Christmas, which recently topped the UK albums chart. The music video for the single showcases Minogue teaching a dance routine to both children and adults, with a special appearance by Abba's Bjorn Ulvaeus. In the singles chart, classics like Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' and Mariah Carey's 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' hold top positions.
The number one album this week is Pink Floyd's 'Wish You Were Here', re-released to commemorate its 50th anniversary. The Official Charts Company's chief executive, Martin Talbot, commended Minogue on her remarkable achievement and speculated that 'Xmas' could become a beloved holiday classic. The announcement of this year's Christmas number one was made on BBC Radio 1's Official Chart with Jack Saunders.
In conclusion, Kylie Minogue's triumph with 'Xmas' as the UK Christmas number one marks a significant milestone in her career and solidifies her status as a pop icon. Her success in achieving number one singles across four decades is a testament to her enduring popularity and talent, making her a true queen of Christmas music.