Bangkok: Ella Langley makes history as her song "Choosin' Texas" dominates the Billboard Hot 100 chart for a remarkable 13 consecutive weeks, setting a new record for the longest-charting song of 2026.
According to Thai News Agency, this achievement marks a significant milestone in Langley's career, as she also manages to have three of her songs in the Top 4 simultaneously, a rare feat in Billboard's history. Alongside "Choosin' Texas," her tracks "Be Her" and "I Can't Love You Anymore," a duet with Morgan Wallen, occupy the third and fourth spots, respectively.
Last week, "Choosin' Texas" boasted 25.1 million streams in the US, 50.8 million radio plays, and 7,000 units sold, ensuring its stronghold at the top of the charts. This makes Langley the fifth female solo artist to have a song reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for at least 13 weeks without a male featured artist.
Ella Langley's achievement places her among music legends, with her song joining the ranks of Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" and "We Belong Together," as well as Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You," and Brandy and Monica's "The Boy Is Mine" for their prolonged chart-topping success.
Moreover, "Choosin' Texas" is the first non-festival song since 2005 to hold the number one position for 13 consecutive weeks. This success underscores the widespread appeal of her country-pop blend, as evidenced by her second album, "Dandelion," debuting at number one on the Billboard 200, with sales equivalent to 169,000 units.
In addition to her own achievements, the number five spot on the Billboard Hot 100 is occupied by "Dracula (Remix)," a collaboration between Tame Impala and JENNIE, marking a first-time Top 5 entry for both artists.
Ella Langley's unprecedented success in 2026 solidifies her status as a formidable force in the music industry. Fans worldwide eagerly anticipate whether "Choosin' Texas" will achieve a 14th week at the top, potentially bringing it closer to legendary status on the Billboard charts.