Tate McRae Hits Number One on ARIA Singles Chart

The singer claims her first Australian top spot with Housewife as Fontaines D.C. secures the lead album position.

Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Pop

Tate McRae Hits Number One on ARIA Singles Chart

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Tate McRae has reached the number one position on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart with her single Housewife. This achievement marks the artist's first chart-topping single in the country.

Why it matters

The milestone underscores McRae's growing prominence in the Australian market following her previous success with the single Greedy. Simultaneously, Irish band Fontaines D.C. have earned their first number one album on the ARIA chart with Dopamine Chamber.

Housewife represents the sixth top 10 appearance for Tate McRae on the ARIA Singles Chart. Meanwhile, Olivia Rodrigo's song Expectations surged from number 78 to number two following the release of a version featuring Chappell Roan.

The players

Tate McRae

A Canadian singer and songwriter who has achieved significant international recognition for her music.

Fontaines D.C.

An Irish post-punk band originating from Dublin that has gained critical acclaim for their studio albums.

Olivia Rodrigo

An American singer-songwriter and actress known for multiple chart-topping hits.

Tina Arena

An Australian singer-songwriter and performer with an extensive career spanning over several decades.

Zach Bryan

An American singer-songwriter known for his folk and country music style.

The details

The latest ARIA singles frame also saw the debut of a new track by Justice titled Flower In A Hurricane, which features Tame Impala, SZA, and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard. Additionally, the band The Rubens achieved a debut at number six with their album Group Therapy.

2023 marked the year Tate McRae's single Greedy peaked at number two.
June 2026 was the period when Olivia Rodrigo's song Expectations previously peaked at number 14.
18 October 2026 was the television premiere date for the documentary Tina Arena: Unravel Me.
23 October 2026 was the date the latest ARIA singles frame was published.
December 2026 is when Zach Bryan is scheduled to begin his Australian east coast tour.

Industry Dynamics

This success marks a notable shift in the local pop landscape, highlighting the continued influence of international artists on Australian music charts. These rankings follow patterns set by historical chart performance, where strategic collaborations and television exposure drive significant spikes in consumer engagement.

Listeners can find the latest number one hits across all major streaming platforms following the official release of the weekly ARIA data. Those looking to attend live performances can anticipate upcoming ticket sales for Zach Bryan's December tour dates.

The takeaway

The latest chart performance highlights how collaborations can significantly boost the popularity of established singles. Music fans should keep an eye on streaming platforms for new releases, as these can quickly translate into top chart positions.

What happens next

Zach Bryan is scheduled to perform eight stadium shows during his upcoming east coast tour of Australia in December 2026. Following this, Tina Arena will hold a month-long residency at Melbourne's Crown Live venue in August 2027.