Brooklyn rapper Fabolous has claimed the top position on the Billboard Top 200 album chart for the first time in his career.
Fabolous’ latest album Loso’s Way moved almost 99,000 copies in its first week in stores, giving him his first #1 pop album.
His highest charting album was From Nothin’ to Somethin’, which debuted at #2 upon its release in 2007.
On his twitter page, Fabolous addressed critics who had panned the album in reviews.
“Those who matter don’t judge, those who judge don’t matter,” Fabolous Tweeted. “I appreciate my supporters.. Thank u much! Loso’s Way #1 album in the country!”
In related news, Fabolous will headline the annual Hip-Hop week at Central Michigan University.
The chart-topping rapper will perform at Rose Arena on September 19.