Jay-Z Dominates First Week Sales, Ciara Distant Second

JAY-Z’S MAGNA CARTA DOMINATES CHARTS!

(AllHipHop News) Much has been made of Jay-Z’s million albums pre-sold to Samsung, but his first week sales impressive.

Jay pushed 528,208 units of his Magna Carta Holy Grail.

Ciara made a strong showing amid all the #MCGH promotion moving 57,515.

J. Cole and Kanye West sold 38,718 and 28,701 respectively. Wale had a 45% dip with The Gifted after debuting at number 1 when it debuted June 25.

Jay-Z has continued to generate discussion with his Samsung deal. He’s already moved a million units, which was recognized by the RIAA with a platinum plaque. Billboard magazine said it would only recognize individual units.

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This will represent Jay-Z 12th consecutive number 1 album.