🥇 The excitement surrounding Megadeth’s impending farewell is reaching fever pitch, proving that the thrash metal titans are ending their decades-long career on an incredible high note. The band’s newest single, “I Don’t Care,” has become an immediate chart sensation, debuting at No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart in America this Friday (November 14).
This massive performance underscores the immense anticipation for the band’s final studio album, the self-titled effort scheduled to arrive in January 2026. While the upcoming seventeenth full-length will mark a sad farewell for fans, the early commercial success demonstrates just how beloved and relevant the act remains, even after four decades.
Outselling the Competition
Megadeth’s dominance on the chart is particularly impressive given the competitive landscape. Friday marks the start of the global music tracking frame, often crowded with new releases from major artists all vying for sales and streams. Yet, “I Don’t Care” was the champion of the day.
The single managed to outpace even the biggest names in the industry. At the time of writing, “I Don’t Care” was outselling the current No. 1 song in America, Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia,” which dropped to the runner-up spot on the iTunes tally (though it still leads the overall Hot 100 chart).
Megadeth also beat out popular newcomers and established acts, demonstrating the incredible purchasing power of the dedicated metal fanbase. Other fast bestsellers launching this week and appearing high on the charts include “Ordinary” by Alex Warren and “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters, as well as new tunes from Louis Tomlinson, Prince and The Revolution, Depeche Mode, Charli XCX, and Jamie MacDonald.
The commanding No. 1 debut of “I Don’t Care” is a powerful statement, ensuring that Dave Mustaine and Megadeth will embark on their final farewell album and tour having just proven their enduring commercial relevance.