Robbie Williams has made UK chart history by securing his 15th chart-topping album with the soundtrack to his biopic, Better Man. This achievement places him alongside The Beatles, who also have 15 number-one albums in the UK.
The soundtrack, which features updated versions of his hits like 'Rock DJ' and 'Angels,' has outsold the rest of the Top 5 combined, showcasing Williams' enduring popularity in the UK. He expressed his gratitude, stating, "What a huge honour it is to get my 15th UK No 1 album. A special thank you to all my fans, whose support I never take for granted."
However, the film Better Man has not fared as well at the box office. Despite a budget of around $115 million, it has only grossed approximately $4.7 million in the UK and a mere $1 million in its opening weekend in the US. Critics have noted that the film's unconventional choice of portraying Williams as a CGI chimpanzee may have contributed to its lukewarm reception.
Williams' other chart-topping albums include Life Thru a Lens (1997), I've Been Expecting You (1998), and The Heavy Entertainment Show (2016). Despite the film's struggles, the success of the soundtrack highlights his significant impact in the music industry.