Benson Boone's "Beautiful Things" has been crowned the biggest-selling single of 2024 by IFPI, topping their Global Single Chart across all digital formats including streaming and downloads. This marks Boone's first appearance in an IFPI Global Chart Top 10.

The January 2024 release garnered multiple prestigious awards, including honors at the Billboard Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and NRJ Music Awards. Boone also secured Best New Artist at the MTV EMAs and earned a Grammy nomination.

IFPI CEO Victoria Oakley praised the achievement, highlighting the success of emerging artists working with record labels to achieve international recognition.

Notable chart positions in the IFPI Global Singles Chart for 2024:

1. Benson Boone - "Beautiful Things"
2. Sabrina Carpenter - "Espresso"
3. Teddy Swims - "Lose Control"
4. Hozier - "Too Sweet"
5. Taylor Swift - "Cruel Summer"

US artists dominated the Top 10, claiming nine spots, with Irish artist Hozier being the sole international entry. His placement marks his first return to the chart since "Take Me to Church" reached No. 19 a decade ago.

Taylor Swift, who was named IFPI Global Recording Artist of the Year, appeared at No. 9 with "Cruel Summer," a 2019 track that gained renewed popularity during her Eras Tour.

The diverse chart representation reflects the global music industry's evolving landscape, showcasing both established artists and newcomers achieving worldwide success.

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