Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Breaks Billboard Hot 100 Record

Missoula, MT, September 22, 2026 —

Ella Langley’s hit song “Choosin’ Texas” has achieved a significant milestone, setting a new record on the prestigious Billboard Hot 100 chart. The track has now spent an unprecedented 23 consecutive weeks at the number one position.

This remarkable run surpasses the previous record for the most weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, which was held by Mariah Carey. Carey’s iconic song had previously held the record, marking a new era in chart dominance with Langley’s success.

The Billboard Hot 100 chart ranks the 100 most popular songs of the week in the U.S. across all genres, based on streaming, radio airplay, and sales data. To maintain the top spot for 23 weeks indicates sustained widespread appeal and engagement from listeners across various platforms.

The exact details regarding the specific Mariah Carey song that previously held the record were not provided in the summary, nor were the dates of its reign. However, Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” has now etched its name in music history by achieving this new benchmark in chart longevity.

The implications of such a sustained period at number one suggest a profound connection between the song and its audience, contributing to its enduring popularity and chart performance. This achievement marks a notable moment in contemporary music and chart history.

Story summarized from the original created by MINA ALLEN | The National News Desk on nbcmontana.com, see more information here.

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