Ella Langley Has Claimed New Billboard Record
The song Choosin' Texas has surpassed Mariah Carey to become the longest-running No. 1 hit in Billboard Hot 100 history.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Pop
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Ella Langley's hit Choosin' Texas has achieved 23 consecutive weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100. This milestone officially surpasses the previous 22-week record held by Mariah Carey.
Why it matters
This achievement marks a significant shift in music chart dominance, as Langley redefines modern longevity on the industry's most prestigious singles ranking.
The song reached 911 million US on-demand streams and 1.26 billion global streams by mid-August. It also ascended to the No. 1 spot on the UK Singles Chart in September 2026.
The players
Ella Langley
She is the singer-songwriter whose track has set a new standard for longevity on the Billboard Hot 100.
Mariah Carey
She is a legendary recording artist who previously held the record for the most weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Miranda Lambert
She is a prominent country music artist who co-wrote the record-breaking song following a creative retreat.
The details
Co-written by Ella Langley, Miranda Lambert, Luke Dick, and Joybeth Taylor, the track was inspired by a story involving Miranda Lambert and a kangaroo during a writers' retreat. Released in October 2025, the song first reached the top of the US charts in February 2026.
Timeline
October 2025: Choosin' Texas was officially released.
February 2026: The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Mid-August 2026: Streams reached 911 million in the US and 1.26 billion globally.
September 2026: The song reached No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart and tied the previous record.
Industry Dynamics
This achievement updates the historic threshold previously established by Mariah Carey's 22-week Billboard Hot 100 reign. It highlights the shifting nature of chart longevity in the era of streaming dominance.
Fans can continue to access the song through all major streaming platforms where it remains available globally. The track's historic status may influence radio airplay and future availability on digital playlists.
The takeaway
The success of this track underscores how a unique creative origin story can resonate with global audiences to drive historic commercial performance. Listeners interested in chart trends should observe how streaming volume continues to alter traditional metrics for music success.
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