Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” is on the verge of making chart history — and she’s doing it without selling a single copy.

Taylor Swift’s latest single, “The Fate of Ophelia,” is poised to do something no song has ever done before: debut at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 without any pure sales. The record-breaking track is expected to move well over 600,000 units based entirely on streaming, cementing Swift’s dominance as the most powerful force in modern music.

In just five days, “The Fate of Ophelia” has already surpassed 500,000 units sold in the U.S., making it the fastest song of 2025 to hit that milestone. Considering this year’s competition — and the ever-changing streaming landscape — that’s a remarkable achievement. The song’s massive numbers come almost entirely from Spotify, where it recently became the fastest song in the platform’s history to reach 100 million streams.

Critics and fans alike have praised the track for its emotional storytelling and production depth. Many have called it one of Swift’s most cinematic singles yet, blending heartbreak and mythology into a streaming juggernaut. With zero promotional gimmicks and no physical or digital sales to boost numbers, its success proves just how potent Swift’s streaming appeal really is.

If projections hold, “The Fate of Ophelia” won’t just top the charts — it’ll change them. Swift’s ability to command such dominance purely through fan engagement and streaming might signal a new era for how Billboard #1 hits are made.

Quincy

Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.