Olivia Dean's 'Man I Need' Soars to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart and Beyond
Olivia Dean's hit single "Man I Need" has reached the top spot on the Adult R&B Airplay chart, climbing from No. 5 to No. 1 in the latest rankings by Billboard. The song received the highest airplay on U.S. adult R&B stations during the tracking week of March 27 to April 2, according to Luminate data. This achievement marks another milestone in the song's success across various radio formats.
"Man I Need" has now secured three separate No. 1 positions on radio formats, having previously topped the Pop Airplay and Adult Pop Airplay charts earlier this year. This multi-format success puts Olivia Dean in esteemed company, matching the achievements of artists like Teddy Swims and Adele. The song's crossover appeal has also translated into strong performance on broader charts, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and maintaining a top 10 position for 20 consecutive weeks.
In addition to its radio success, "Man I Need" has garnered critical acclaim, earning Olivia Dean a Grammy Award for Best New Artist. The song continues to make waves on various radio charts, moving up on the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart and holding steady on the Adult Contemporary chart. It also maintains a strong presence on the all-genre Radio Songs chart, solidifying its position near the top after a previous stint at No. 1 in February.
Olivia Dean's "Man I Need" is a testament to her rising star power and the widespread appeal of her music. With multiple No. 1 placements across radio formats and continued success on the charts, the song showcases Dean's talent and ability to connect with audiences across different genres. As she continues to make her mark in the music industry, Olivia Dean's future looks bright, and fans can expect more chart-topping hits from this talented artist.