Talib makes charts with digital only release
From Buckshot and Dru Ha:
Hey everyone,
We just wanted to share some exciting news on Talib Kweli's Gutter Rainbows first week numbers.
13,900 Soundscan units in its First Week.
#5 Rap Album
#29 All Genres
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