Rock legend Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers have reached an extraordinary achievement as their "Greatest Hits" album marks 600 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart, joining an elite group of only 17 albums to accomplish this feat.
The compilation album, which continues to captivate audiences years after Petty's passing in 2017, recently climbed from No. 115 to No. 110 on the chart. In its latest tracking period, the album moved 10,600 equivalent units, including over 1,200 physical sales.
This remarkable milestone places Petty's collection among legendary albums like Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon," which leads the all-time list approaching 1,000 weeks, Bob Marley and the Wailers' "Legend" (869 weeks), and Metallica's self-titled album (771 weeks).
Other notable members of this exclusive club include Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Chronicle: The 20 Greatest Hits" (728 weeks), Eminem's "Curtain Call" (718 weeks), and both AC/DC's "Back in Black" and Queen's "Greatest Hits" at 629 weeks each.
The continued success of Petty's greatest hits compilation demonstrates the enduring appeal of his music catalog, which has seen increased popularity since his death. Looking ahead, Lana Del Rey's "Born to Die" appears poised to be the next album to join this prestigious group, currently standing at 570 weeks on the Billboard 200.
This achievement not only celebrates Petty's lasting impact on rock music but also showcases how his songs continue to resonate with both longtime fans and new listeners alike.