Natasha Owens’ Charlie Kirk tribute hits No. 3 on iTunes Pop chart

Natasha Owens’ tribute single “We Miss You, Charlie,” featuring Benjy Gaither, climbed to No. 3 on the iTunes Pop Songs chart and No. 13 overall after its September 4 release. Proceeds will benefit Turning Point USA as the song and video continue to gain traction ahead of the first anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death.

Why it matters: - Natasha Owens’ tribute to Charlie Kirk is breaking through on digital charts while also directing proceeds to Turning Point USA. - The song’s momentum gives the release broader reach at a moment tied to the first anniversary of Kirk’s death. - The campaign is trying to build support outside traditional promotion channels, which can matter for independent releases.

What happened: - Natasha Owens released “We Miss You, Charlie,” featuring Benjy Gaither, on September 4 through Real America’s Music. - The single climbed to No. 3 on the iTunes Pop Songs chart and No. 13 on the iTunes All Genres Songs chart. - The official music video has passed 250,000 views. - The release comes on the anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. - Proceeds from the song will benefit Turning Point USA.

The details: - The song honors Charlie Kirk’s life, voice, family, the millions of people he reached and the legacy he left behind. - The official music video uses images of remembrance, Kirk’s connection with young people, and his family. - Owens says the song is meant to look forward to the people Kirk inspired and the young Americans he helped awaken. - Owens said, “This isn’t just about looking back and mourning someone we lost. It’s about asking what we do with what Charlie left us. His voice inspired an entire generation to stand up for what they believe. Now that generation has a responsibility to carry that torch forward.” - The release has gained traction through direct audience support, alternative media and word of mouth. - Owens and her team say major technology and social-media platforms have restricted the campaign’s reach.

Between the lines: - The chart performance suggests the tribute is resonating with a niche but active audience, even without broad mainstream promotion. - The launch also functions as both a memorial and a political message, since the proceeds support Turning Point USA. - The restrictions described by Owens’ team may have helped frame the song as a cause-driven release rather than a standard music single.

What’s next: - The song’s next test is whether the chart climb and video views keep rising after the first wave of attention. - The campaign is likely to keep leaning on direct fan support and alternative channels. - Turning Point USA will receive proceeds as the release continues to circulate.

The bottom line: - “We Miss You, Charlie” has turned a tribute into a charting release with a built-in cause and a clear audience response.