Khalid’s newest album might not have charted high — but after the sun goes down proves he’s still chasing feeling, not numbers.
Khalid’s latest project, after the sun goes down, has officially debuted at #136 on the Billboard 200, earning 10,000 units in its first week.
This new release marks a significant shift from the monumental first-week numbers of his earlier albums. Free Spirit debuted at #1 in 2019 with 202,000 units, while American Teen and Suncity hit #9 and #8, respectively. Even his 2024 album Sincere opened stronger at #43. Still, after the sun goes down feels like a passion project — one made for Khalid’s day-one listeners who value his unfiltered emotion and smooth delivery.
Though its chart debut is modest, this album may grow to be a fan favorite over time — an unbeat, dance-ready companion for those who’ve been following Khalid’s evolution since American Teen. Stream after the sun goes down below and decide if this new chapter might end up being his most honest yet.
Khalid Billboard 200 First-Week Sales History
| Album / Project | Year | Total First Week Units | Pure Album Sales | Billboard 200 Debut Position | Peak Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Teen | 2017 | 37,000 | 12,000 | #9 | #9 |
| Suncity (EP) | 2018 | 50,000 | 9,000 | #8 | #8 |
| Free Spirit | 2019 | 202,000 | 85,000 | #1 | #1 |
| Sincere | 2024 | 17,000 | 1,500 | #43 | #43 |
| After The Sun Goes Down | 2025 | 10,000 | — | #136 |
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
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