1. a song or recording that becomes very popular and ranks high on music charts
Usage: informal; often used in the music industry

Examples

• The new album produced three chartbusters that dominated the radio.
• Her latest single became an instant chartbuster, reaching number one in weeks.
• The band is hoping their new release will be a chartbuster like their previous album.
• Streaming services have made it easier for unknown artists to create chartbusters.
• That song was a chartbuster in the 1980s and is still popular today.