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Top40 Weekly
July 10, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
🌟 Hey there,
The Top40Weekly.com team is back with another jam-packed week of chart talk, deep dives, timeless hits, and fresh stories behind the songs you love.
Here’s what you shouldn’t miss:
🎶 Top 40 Chart Update
The latest rankings are up — see which hits are climbing fast and who’s dominating the airwaves this week.
🎬 New: Top 40 Music Documentaries of All Time
Ready to binge? From Woodstock to Amy, we’ve ranked the most powerful, revealing, and unforgettable music docs ever filmed. Whether you’re into classic rock, hip-hop legends, or pop icons, this list has something for you.
🎄 Best Christmas R&B Songs
Summer’s here — but who says you can’t plan your holiday playlist early? We just rounded up the smoothest, coziest Christmas R&B songs ever recorded. Mariah, Boyz II Men, Luther — these soulful takes feel like a warm hug, any time of year.
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We’ve got more songs to keep you cool in the summer heat - with style!
Check out the Best Summer Songs and stay cool with this timeless playlist
Tune into our Yacht Rock Top Song List and let the sonic breeze cool you away!
🔥 In Case You Missed It…
🎧 Your Weekly Playlist
Check out our Spotify Top 40 Playlist — updated every week with the biggest hits right now.
📝 Jarrett Nolan’s Weekly Chart Breakdown
Get the inside scoop on what’s climbing, what’s dropping, and why — all powered by the Nolan Method.
🎤 This Week’s Trivia — Straight From Top40Weekly!
Which Ed Sheeran song became the most-streamed song on Spotify for multiple years and was originally inspired by a night out at a gym?
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🎙️ This Week’s Deep Dive: Songs That Broke the Charts
We’ve got new song meanings for some of the biggest anthems of the last decade:
“Love Yourself” — How Justin Bieber turned a bitter goodbye into a worldwide singalong.
“Shape of You” — Ed Sheeran’s monster hit that took him from singer-songwriter to stadium king.
“God’s Plan” — Drake’s surprise drop that became a viral act of generosity.
“Old Town Road” — How Lil Nas X rode a TikTok meme to Billboard domination.
Read the stories behind the hooks, the controversies, and the chart records they smashed.
👉 Read the Song Meanings
🌟 New Artist Bios Just Landed
Two modern icons just got the full Top40Weekly treatment:
Bruno Mars — From doo-wop grooves to funk revivalist and global pop machine.
J. Cole — Rap’s conscious king, mixtape hero, and platinum-without-a-feature legend.
Catch up on their stories and biggest hits.
Keep your inbox tuned to Top40Weekly - the fastest way to catch chart moves, surprise releases, and must-know music buzz
We’ll be back next week with more!
Stay musical,
- The Top40Weekly Team
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🎵 This Week’s Music Moments
🕊️ Artist Passings & Health Updates
Rick Wakeman, the iconic Yes keyboardist, has postponed his U.S. tour starting July 18 due to urgent surgery. His "Strictly Wakeman" performances will return later this year once he recovers. The Sun
Dolly Parton announced she’s pausing new music after the passing of her husband Carl Dean in March. The country legend says the emotional impact has made finishing new songs too difficult for now. People
🎸 Major Events & Festivals
Oasis Reunion Tour is rolling through Manchester and beyond, with 41 shows across the UK, Europe, North America, Australia, and South America. Despite some controversy over ticket challenges, fans are packed in to relive ‘90s Britpop glory. A Journal of Musical Things+4Wikipedia+4Financial Times+4
Black Sabbath’s Legendary Farewell — “Back to the Beginning” took place July 5 at Villa Park, featuring the original lineup and electric support from heavyweights like Metallica and Slayer. The $140 million event will benefit Parkinson’s and children’s charities. Wikipedia
📅 ICYMI — Still Trending
Modern Country Essentials Playlist: Spin the boots-and-bangers mix that’s perfect for backyard BBQs or road trips.
👉 Listen NowRock n Roll Playlist: Your ultimate collection of timeless riffs and rebel anthems — perfect for any air guitar session.
👉 Play the Playlist
🎤 Round 2: Music Trivia Question of the Week
(2010s Edition)
Which record-breaking viral hit combined country and trap and topped the charts for a record 19 weeks in 2019?
(Hint: We just broke down its story above!)
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