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What caused the surge at retail this weekend, which drove up numbers across the board? Was the Monday release a factor? Just wondering.

A RISING TIDE LIFTS
PHARRELL, ROSS, MORE

Strong Weekend Sales Push Chart Debuts North

Remember last week, when we told you there'd be a battle for #2 on this week's album chart between Pharrell and Frozen, and that the weekend would decide the outcome?

Well, "Happy" news for red-hot Columbia, as Pharrell's G I R L now looks to move more than 100k in its chart bow. How high will it go?

The weekend retail spike that lifted Pharrell's prospects hoisted other boats as well; MMG/Def Jam/IDJ's Rick Ross, a shoo-in for the top spot, now looks to sell in excess of 175k.

Follow our chart as it buildsand we'll keep you updated.

What caused the surge at retail this weekend, which drove up numbers across the board? Was the Monday release a factor? Just wondering.

Also of note: Pharrell's "Happy" continues to outpace the singles field by a greater than 2-to-1 margin.

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