Ravyn Lenae has made her first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with her song “Love Me Not.” The track debuted at No. 81 on the April 12, 2025-dated chart. “Love Me Not” was released in May 2024 on Atlantic Records.
It gained popularity nearly a year later due to a viral TikTok trend. Users created mashups of the song with Solange’s “Losing You,” which helped propel “Love Me Not” onto the charts. The song’s success is primarily driven by its 6.3 million official U.S. streams from March 28 to April 3, according to Luminate.
This represents a 17% increase from the previous week. “Love Me Not” serves as the lead single from Lenae’s sophomore album, which was released in August 2024. The album explores various themes related to the mid-20s experience, such as complex relationships and personal growth.
Lenae’s rise on the charts showcases her growing influence in the music industry.
Lenae’s chart success
She first appeared on the Adult R&B Airplay chart in November 2022 with “Skin Tight,” featuring Steve Lacy.
That song eventually reached No. 1 on the chart. The Chicago native is set to perform at Coachella for the first time this upcoming weekend.
She will also join Sabrina Carpenter as an opening act on the new leg of the Short ‘n’ Sweet Tour. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Lenae discussed the success of “Love Me Not” and her upcoming plans. She shared that the song’s timelessness and broad appeal have contributed to its popularity.
Lenae also revealed that Sabrina Carpenter reached out to her via direct message, expressing admiration for her work. This led to the opportunity for Lenae to join Carpenter’s tour. As Lenae continues to gain recognition, she remains focused on creating new music and staying inspired.
She wakes up each day feeling hopeful and excited about the possibilities that lie ahead.
