1. songs or recordings that become very popular and reach high positions on music charts
Usage: informal; plural form; often used in music industry contexts
2. artists or performers who consistently produce popular music that ranks high on charts
Usage: informal; plural form

Examples

• The album produced three chartbusters that dominated the radio for months.
• Those chartbusters from the 1980s are still popular today.
• The band became known for releasing chartbusters year after year.
• Streaming services have changed how chartbusters are identified and ranked.
• Several chartbusters from this year's releases are already breaking records.
• The producer has a talent for creating chartbusters that appeal to wide audiences.