A year after his passing, Toby Keith has achieved a remarkable milestone: his 2008 compilation album, 35 Biggest Hits, has reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart for the first time. This posthumous achievement marks Keith’s fifth album to top the chart, joining the ranks of Unleashed (2002), Shock’n Y’all (2003), Big Dog Daddy (2007), and Bullets in the Gun (2010)
The resurgence of 35 Biggest Hits underscores the enduring appeal of Keith’s music. Following his death in February 2024 from stomach cancer, there was a significant increase in streams and sales of his music. Notably, the album’s consumption surged by 953% week over week, earning 64 million streams in a single week .
This achievement places Keith among a select group of artists who have topped the all-genre album chart both during their lifetime and posthumously, alongside legends like Michael Jackson, John Lennon, and Elvis Presley
Beyond his musical accomplishments, Keith’s legacy continues through his philanthropic efforts. The Toby Keith Foundation, particularly its OK Kids Korral initiative, provides cost-free housing for families of children undergoing cancer treatment. In 2024, the foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, marking a decade of support for families in need
Toby Keith’s posthumous chart-topping success and ongoing philanthropic impact are testaments to his enduring influence in the world of country music and beyond.