Ella Langley's Country Hit Extends Australian Chart Dominance to 14 Weeks
Ella Langley's country single 'Choosin' Texas' holds the No. 1 spot on Australia's ARIA Singles Chart for a 14th non-consecutive week. In the U.S., the track has led the Billboard Hot 100 for 22 weeks, matching Mariah Carey's record for the longest reign. The latest ARIA chart also includes a new entry from Slovak artist Adéla and a return to No. 1 for Olivia Rodrigo's album on the albums tally.
Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” has now spent 14 non-consecutive weeks atop Australia’s ARIA Singles Chart, though it still trails Tones and I’s “Dance Monkey,” which holds the all-time record with 24 weeks. The track’s U.S. run is even more historic, matching Mariah Carey’s 22-week Hot 100 reign. On the latest ARIA albums tally, Olivia Rodrigo’s *You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love* reclaimed No. 1 after a four-week gap, marking its sixth non-consecutive week at the summit. New entries include Slovak artist Adéla’s “Nicole Kidman” at No. 14, and Australian producer Jack Gray’s debut *Swimming In Jeans* at No. 7, which also became the week’s top-selling vinyl in the country.
This chart dominance may reinforce the global reach of country music, potentially boosting cross-border streaming and touring opportunities for artists like Langley. The sustained popularity of a single track could also shape radio playlists and festival bookings, while new entries from international and local acts suggest a diversifying audience. However, such long reigns may narrow exposure for other emerging artists, as chart concentration often limits visibility for fresh sounds.