Childish Gambino's "This Is America" Aims For Major Debut On Billboard Hot 100

BYAron A.Updated on September 26, 20222.3K Views

Recording artist Childish Gambino performs onstage during the 60th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Madison Square Garden on January 28, 2018 in New York City.

Chidlish Gambino's latest single might debut as his highest charting single so far.

The past few days have been nothing but solid for Childish Gambino. The creative genius held down hosting duties and debuted two new songs including "This Is America." Shortly after, he unveiled the music video which has been receiving unanimous critical acclaim across the board. It's been over three days since it's release and it has maintained the number one spot on YouTube's trending list. It's now being predicted that it'll end up making a major debut on the Billboard Hot 100.

Childish Gambino's single, "This Is America" is looking to make a major debut on the Billboard Hot 100. According to Billboard, "America" is aiming to debut within the top five on the chart. Neilson Music Data and their music industry forecasters say that the song has already received over 20M streams in the U.S. and 2M in radio airplay. The song has also sold over 50K downloads since it's release.

If their prediction is true, this will be his highest charting song to date. "Redbone" peaked at no. 12 on the Hot 100 by last August which stood as his fourth entry on the chart.

"This Is America" also serves as his first release since signing to RCA Records. Young Thug recently said that Childish Gambino's next album will be his last. He also confirmed that he'll be featured on the project.

We'll keep you updated on more information on Childish Gambino's forthcoming album.

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