Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" Sets Billboard Hot 100 Record

Ella Langley's country hit "Choosin' Texas" has officially set a new all-time record for the longest-leading song on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, with its 23rd week at the number one position. This historic achievement surpasses the previous record of 22 weeks held by Mariah Carey's iconic holiday song, "All I Want for Christmas Is You." The single, released by SAWGOD/Columbia Records and promoted to country radio by Triple Tigers, first debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 in November 2025 and ascended to the top spot in February 2026. The track's success is attributed to its strong performance across multiple metrics, including 21.8 million official streams, 58.3 million radio audience impressions, and 6,000 track sales during its record-setting tracking week. "Choosin' Texas" was co-written by Ella Langley in collaboration with fellow songwriters Luke Dick, Miranda Lambert, and Joybeth Taylor. Beyond its groundbreaking run on the Hot 100, the song has also demonstrated significant longevity on other Billboard charts. It has concurrently maintained a 41-week reign at number one on the Hot Country Songs chart, showcasing its broad appeal within the country music genre. Furthermore, "Choosin' Texas" has tied the all-time record for the longest duration at number one on the Digital Song Sales chart, holding the top position for 18 weeks. This multi-chart dominance highlights the song's widespread popularity and enduring appeal among music consumers. The song is available on all major music platforms. The Billboard Hot 100 is a weekly music industry-standard chart that ranks the 100 most popular songs in the United States, compiled by Billboard magazine based on sales, radio airplay, and online streaming data. The Hot Country Songs chart ranks the top country music songs in the U.S. based on consumption, while the Digital Song Sales chart tracks the best-selling digital singles. Ella Langley is a country music singer-songwriter known for her distinctive voice and storytelling lyrics. Mariah Carey is a globally recognized Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and actress, famous for her extensive catalog of hit songs, particularly her holiday music. Luke Dick and Joybeth Taylor are established songwriters in the country music industry, and Miranda Lambert is a highly acclaimed Grammy Award-winning country music artist and songwriter. The record-breaking performance of "Choosin' Texas" signifies a notable moment in contemporary music chart history, underscoring the power of a well-crafted song to capture the public's attention and achieve sustained commercial success across different platforms and genres.