Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ No. 1 on Hot 100 for 23rd Week

Ella Langley has achieved an unprecedented milestone in the history of the Billboard Hot 100 with her hit single “Choosin’ Texas.” The song has now maintained the No. 1 spot for 23 consecutive weeks, establishing the longest reign ever recorded on the chart since its inception in 1958.

This accomplishment surpasses the previous record held by Mariah Carey's seasonal classic “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” which routinely dominates the chart during the holiday season but has never matched this continuous run. Langley’s track debuted on the Hot 100 in early November 2025, marking her fifth appearance on the chart. It quickly climbed into the top 10 by January and ascended to No. 1 the following month.

The song’s sustained popularity reflects a rare combination of steady radio airplay, robust streaming numbers, and consistent sales in the United States. In the tracking week from September 11 to 17, 2026, “Choosin’ Texas” amassed nearly 22 million official streams, saw a slight decline from the previous week, but gained momentum in radio audience impressions and digital sales.

Langley’s team promoted the single through both country and pop radio formats, with Triple Tigers managing country airplay efforts. This multi-genre appeal is evident as the song simultaneously leads multiple charts, including a 41-week run atop the Hot Country Songs chart. It has also made significant strides on Adult Pop Airplay, Pop Airplay, and Adult Contemporary rankings, underscoring its crossover appeal.

The track’s songwriting credits include Langley herself alongside notable collaborators Luke Dick, Miranda Lambert, and Joybeth Taylor. This songwriting collective aimed to capture an authentic narrative paired with memorable melodic elements, which some speculate contributes to the song’s broad resonance with listeners.

“Choosin’ Texas” also matches a record on the Digital Song Sales chart, holding the top spot for its 18th week and tying with BTS’s “Dynamite” and “Butter” for the longest duration at No. 1 in that category. This reflects the song’s strong consumer demand in a market where digital purchases have become increasingly rare.

Langley’s rise to prominence with this single is remarkable given the competitive and evolving landscape of the Billboard Hot 100, which integrates data from streaming, radio airplay, and sales. The song’s performance has revitalized interest in country music’s presence on mainstream charts, as country tracks have only recently begun to secure prominent positions within the Hot 100’s upper tiers with increasing frequency.

The current top 10 on the Hot 100 further highlights the diverse musical tastes of the U.S. audience, featuring a mix of genres and rising artists. While Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” remains firmly at No. 1, other notable movements include Morgan Wallen’s “Been by Now” climbing into the top three and Tame Impala and JENNIE’s “Dracula” ascending in multiple genre-specific charts.

In addition to chart performance, the recording industry’s data verification process, managed by Luminate in partnership with Billboard, ensures the integrity of these rankings through careful review and authentication of submitted data, safeguarding against inaccuracies.

Ella Langley’s breakthrough with “Choosin’ Texas” not only redefines chart longevity records but also marks a significant moment in her career trajectory, demonstrating how a single song can substantially alter an artist’s standing within the music industry. The track’s blend of heartfelt storytelling and appealing musicality continues to captivate a wide audience as it carves a historic path on the Billboard Hot 100.