Chase & Status vs Chappell Roan: Who Will Claim UK No.1 Singles?

The fight for Official UK Singles Chart The top spot moves up this week as English electronic music duo Chase & Status, consisting of Saul Milton (Chase) and Will Kennard (Status), hold the No. 1 spot with their Stormzy collaboration “BACKBONE.”

Despite their strong showing, Chappell Roan are hot, aiming to secure their first No.1 with “Good Luck, Babe,” which currently sits at No.2 and just under 1,000 chart points back. The competition between these two powerhouses is expected to continue throughout the week, making for an impressive finish.

Further down the chart, dance music collective BL3SS, along with CamrinWatsin and bbyclose, are on track to break into the Top 5 for the first time with their hit “Kisses”, which has climbed one place to No.5. The track has been gaining momentum in recent weeks and is expected to be a strong contender heading into the weekend.

In terms of new acts, all eyes are on Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, who are set to make a major impact with their new collaboration 'Die With A Smile'.

The track is expected to debut at No.7, marking Gaga's 15th UK Top 10 hit and Bruno's 11th. Their combined star power is sure to keep this song in the spotlight for weeks to come.

The midweek update also suggests major movement for Sonny Fodera, Jazzy and DOD, whose track “Somedays” could climb eight spots to No. 11, putting it within striking distance of the Top 10 by week's end. Additionally, Teddy Swims is poised to enter the Top 20 for the first time with “The Door,” which sits at No. 19, and Post Malone and Luke Combs could see their “Guy For That” collaboration climb at No. 20.

With these chart battles underway, it's shaping up to be an exciting week on the Official UK Singles Chart. Stay tuned!