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Also known as Hot 100

6 stories · latest Oct 1, 2026 · Music

Everything to know about Billboard Hot 100

The Billboard Hot 100 is an American music industry singles chart that tracks top-performing songs based on performance metrics such as radio airplay and streaming. It serves as a primary benchmark for commercial music success in the United States across various genres.

Recent chart history highlights historic milestones at the top of the ranking. Country recording artist Ella Langley tied the all-time record for the longest-running number one hit in chart history when her single "Choosin' Texas" secured 19 non-consecutive weeks at the top spot. That 19-week mark was previously established by Lil Nas X and Shaboozey for the longest reigns on the singles chart.

The chart also reflects long-term trajectory and international market differences. British indie pop group Glass Animals completed a record-breaking 59-week climb to reach number one with "Heat Waves" in early 2022. Conversely, UK record-breakers like Sam Fender and Olivia Dean have highlighted chart divides by peaking at number 45 on the Billboard ranking despite extended dominance overseas.

  • Coverage of the Billboard Hot 100 emphasizes dramatic chart trajectories, comparing long-climbing sleeper hits to record-setting reigns at the top spot.
  • Reporting frequently highlights discrepancies between UK chart success and American performance on the Hot 100.
  • Additionally, media analysis links Hot 100 single performance directly to major music award eligibility strategy.

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  1. Ella Langley Makes History As 'Choosin' Texas' Hits 19 Weeks At Number One

    Aug 24, 2026

    Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' logged its 19th week atop the Billboard Hot 100.

    Ella Langley Makes History As 'Choosin' Texas' Hits 19 Weeks At Number One
  2. Ella Langley Matches Lil Nas X and Shaboozey With Historic Billboard Hot 100 Record

    Aug 24, 2026

    Ella Langley tied Lil Nas X and Shaboozey for the longest-running Number One hit in Billboard Hot 100 history.

    Ella Langley Matches Lil Nas X and Shaboozey With Historic Billboard Hot 100 Record
  3. Sam Fender and Olivia Dean Make UK Chart History — But America Isn't Buying It Yet

    Aug 30, 2026

    Sam Fender and Olivia Dean reached a peak of number 45 on the Billboard Hot 100 with 'Rein Me In.'

    Sam Fender and Olivia Dean Make UK Chart History — But America Isn't Buying It Yet
  4. How Glass Animals’ ‘Heat Waves’ Rewrote the Rules of Pop Stardom

    Sep 14, 2026

    Glass Animals capped a historic 59-week chart climb as 'Heat Waves' reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 2022.

    How Glass Animals’ ‘Heat Waves’ Rewrote the Rules of Pop Stardom

Billboard Hot 100: your questions

What is the record for most weeks at Number One on the Billboard Hot 100?

The record for most weeks at Number One is 19 weeks, held jointly by Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas,' Lil Nas X, and Shaboozey.

How long did Glass Animals take to reach Number One on the Billboard Hot 100?

Glass Animals spent a record-breaking 59 weeks climbing the Billboard Hot 100 before 'Heat Waves' reached the top spot in early 2022.

Where did Sam Fender and Olivia Dean peak on the Billboard Hot 100?

Sam Fender and Olivia Dean reached a peak position of number 45 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their song 'Rein Me In.'

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