‘Choosin’ Texas’ de Ella Langley repunta para un récord de 25 semanas en el No. 1 del Hot 100

Ella Langley’s breakout single “Choosin’ Texas” has extended its unprecedented reign on the Billboard Hot 100, now holding the No. 1 spot for a record-setting 25 weeks, according to the latest chart update reported by billboard.com. Since first reaching the summit in February, the song has demonstrated exceptional staying power, marking one of the most sustained chart performances in Hot 100 history.

Released just over a year ago under SAWGOD/Columbia Records with promotional support from Triple Tigers in country radio, “Choosin’ Texas” blends strong streaming numbers, radio impressions, and digital sales. In the tracking week ending October 22, the single garnered approximately 20 million official streams, nearly 59 million radio audience impressions, and 4,000 sales units in the United States. Its performance also maintains top-tier positions on several related charts; it recently dropped to No. 4 on the Streaming Songs chart after a record 26 consecutive weeks at No. 1, remains at No. 2 in Radio Songs, and holds a remarkable 19 weeks as the leader in Digital Song Sales.

The song’s dominance extends beyond pop charts, leading the Hot Country Songs chart for an astounding 46 weeks. This achievement places it just behind the historic 50-week run of “Meant To Be” by Bebe Rexha and Florida Georgia Line. “Choosin’ Texas” also sets a unique benchmark by returning to No. 1 on the Hot 100 across seven distinct periods during its chart life, a feat surpassed only by Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” which has reached No. 1 eight separate times between 2019 and 2025.

While “Choosin’ Texas” continues to anchor the charts, this week sees notable entries and climbs from other artists. Tate McRae’s “Housewife” debuts strongly at No. 2 on the Hot 100, fueled by 22.9 million streams, significant radio play, and solid sales in its first full tracking week. The song also claims the top spot on the Streaming Songs chart, marking McRae’s second number one there and her first as a solo lead artist. “Housewife,” released on October 15 alongside a music video, benefits from McRae’s recent high-profile performance at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

Another remarkable surge is observed with Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan’s collaboration “Expectations,” which vaulted from No. 63 to No. 3 following the release of a remix and video in mid-October. This track, initially part of Rodrigo’s album you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, has seen streaming figures triple and notable increases in radio reach and physical sales, including cassette, CD, and vinyl formats. Rodrigo’s presence in the top 10 now includes five songs from the current album, reaffirming her continued success in the industry. Roan, who has toured with Rodrigo extensively, matches her personal best Hot 100 placement with this track.

Zach Bryan’s “Lies,” featuring Lana Del Rey, enters the top five at No. 4, backed by nearly 20 million streams and a strong physical and digital sales debut. The song is from Bryan’s new eight-track album, Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs. This marks Bryan’s fourth top 10 Hot 100 entry and Del Rey’s third, tying her highest chart position to date as a featured artist. Notably, “Lies” debuts at No. 1 on the Digital Song Sales chart, a first for both Bryan and Del Rey.

Meanwhile, Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero,” after three weeks atop the Hot 100, slips to No. 5 but remains the best-selling song in physical and digital downloads for the week. Other songs shifting in the top 10 include Stella Lefty’s “Boston” and Morgan Wallen’s “Been by Now,” both descending after peaking at No. 2 previously. The collaborative track “Dracula” by Tame Impala and JENNIE drops to No. 8 but continues to lead the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs and Hot Rock & Alternative Songs charts, as well as Radio Songs for the sixth consecutive week.

This week’s chart movements highlight a diverse mix of genres and artists, demonstrating the multifaceted nature of today’s music landscape. Ella Langley’s extraordinary achievement with “Choosin’ Texas” underscores the evolving dynamics of chart success, where a single track can dominate multiple platforms and formats for extended periods. Concurrently, emerging hits by McRae, Rodrigo, Roan, Bryan, and Del Rey showcase the competitive momentum in the Hot 100, signaling an exciting phase in music consumption and artist prominence.