Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' Nears Mariah Carey's Hot 100 Record
Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' spends a 21st week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, moving within one week of tying Mariah Carey's all-time record. Bruno Mars' 'Risk It All' re-enters the top 10, while Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, and Morgan Wallen also appear in the upper tier. The chart for the week dated Sept. 12 shows little movement at the top, with Langley holding firm.
The Sept. 12 chart shows "Choosin' Texas" holding the top spot for a 21st consecutive week, placing it just one week shy of Mariah Carey's historic benchmark. The upper tier remains largely static, with Taylor Swift at No. 3 and Stella Lefty at No. 2.
Bruno Mars' "Risk It All" climbs back into the top 10, while Ariana Grande moves up to No. 4. Other tracks like "Dracula" and "So Easy" hold steady at six and seven, respectively, while "Been By Now" drops to fifth.
The sustained dominance of a country track at the chart's apex could signal a broader shift in mainstream listening habits, potentially influencing radio programming and streaming playlists. This milestone may elevate Langley's commercial profile, affecting her touring and sponsorship prospects. Additionally, nearing a record held by a pop legend could prompt industry discussions about genre crossover and chart longevity, possibly altering how labels strategize future single releases.