Phillip Phillips made American Idol history with “Home” in No. 10 on Billboard Hot 100 and No. 2 on Billboard’s digital sales chart, Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used To Know” is No. 1. This was disclosed by Billboard 100 and by various entertainment sites, this month of May.
“Home” is Phillip Phillips first choice single during the American Idol season 11 finale, where he emerged the winner.
He also got a standing ovation from the judges, one of the few occasions when Jennifer Lopez, Randy Jackson and Steven Tyler accorded Phillip the honor.
Phillip sang “Home” during his coronation night, where he became emotional.
Meanwhile reports revealed that Jessica Sanchez’s iTunes sales are doing well but Phillip has more sales. Hot 100 included digital sales, online activity and air times on radio.