Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Tops Hot 100 Chart
Ella Langley’s single “Choosin’ Texas” has ascended to the top position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song marks a significant milestone as Langley’s first No. 1 hit, co-written and produced alongside renowned artist Miranda Lambert. Both artists have achieved this feat for the first time, highlighting their collaborative efforts. Notably, “Choosin’ Texas” is the first song by a female artist to concurrently top the Hot 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts.
Milestones and Chart Performance
This week, “Choosin’ Texas” reigns at No. 1 after climbing from No. 2, continuing its impressive run. The song has spent an impressive 11 weeks at the summit of the Hot Country Songs chart. Additionally, it gains traction on the radio-based Country Airplay ranking with its first appearance at the top.
- Weeks atop Hot Country Songs: 11
- On Hot 100: 16 weeks since debut at No. 39 in November
- Official streams: 22.1 million (up 22%)
- Radio audience impressions: 34.4 million (up 8%)
- Sales: 12,000 (up 98%)
Collaborative Efforts
Miranda Lambert, a veteran in the industry, has contributed significantly to the song. She holds a distinguished record of seven No. 1 hits on the Country Airplay chart. Alongside Langley, Luke Dick and Joybeth Taylor joined forces to write the track, while Ben West served as a co-producer.
Chart History and Impact
“Choosin’ Texas” becomes the 31st song to achieve simultaneous top rankings on the Hot 100 and Hot Country Songs charts since its inception in 1958. It joins an elite group, becoming the first track by a woman to accomplish this milestone alongside its success on the Country Airplay chart.
Commentary on the Song’s Significance
The resurgence of Texas-themed songs in the charts is noteworthy. In less than two years, two tracks featuring the state in their titles have topped the Hot 100, emphasizing Texas’s cultural influence in the music industry.
New Entrants in the Hot 100
Alongside Langley’s success, Noah Kahan achieved a personal milestone with his song “The Great Divide,” debuting at No. 6. This performance marks his first top 10 hit. Additionally, Bad Bunny’s “DtMF” has re-entered the chart at No. 10 following his historical Grammy Award night.
- Noah Kahan’s “The Great Divide”:
- Position: No. 6
- Streams: 19.3 million
- Sales: 5,000
Full Top 10 Rundown
The current top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 is filled with notable tracks:
- No. 1: “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley
- No. 2: “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean
- No. 3: “Ordinary” – Alex Warren
- No. 4: “I Just Might” – Bruno Mars
- No. 5: “Golden” – HUNTR/X
- No. 6: “The Great Divide” – Noah Kahan
- No. 7: “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift
- No. 8: “Back to Friends” – sombr
- No. 9: “Folded” – Kehlani
- No. 10: “DtMF” – Bad Bunny
The next update to the charts will be available soon on El-Balad, providing insights into the evolving landscape of music rankings. Stay tuned for more on these emerging trends and artists.
