Sticky Fingers: Celebrating 55 Years of the Rolling Stones' No. 1 Album on the Billboard 200
Today marks the 55th anniversary of the Rolling Stones' album reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. The music industry has seen many iconic moments on May 22, including The Beatles' "Ticket to Ride" topping the US Hot 100 61 years ago and Diana Ross releasing her best-selling album 46 years ago.
For Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones, May 22, 1971, holds a special place as their ninth album, Sticky Fingers, reached the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200. Released on April 23, 1971, the album featured hits like "Wild Horses," "Brown Sugar," and "Can't You Hear Me Knocking."
Sticky Fingers held the top spot on the Billboard 200 for four consecutive weeks before Carole King's Tapestry took over. Despite slipping to No. 2, the album remained in the top rankings for two more weeks. Rolling Stone ranked Sticky Fingers as the 104th greatest music album of all time, with the Rolling Stones having six albums featured on the list.
The legacy of Sticky Fingers continues to be celebrated, showcasing the enduring impact of the Rolling Stones' music on the rock genre.