Britney Jean sold like 10k more than Royalty in the first week WW....2 years ago
The fact that you are even pulling out "WW" receipts to compare because the US ones (the ones that are comparable, and are an even playing field for both artists) are SLAYED is proof of the level of desperation.
I would certainly ****ing hope a pop "legends" album would sell more in the first week WW than an R&B singers album. I would certainly hope...