Ella Langley Ties Lil Nas X and Shaboozey’s Billboard Hot 100 Record
"Choosin' Texas" spends its 19th week at Number One, tying the reign of country tracks "Old Town Road" and "A Bar Song (Tipsy)"
Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" has made history by tying the record for the longest-running number one song on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for a country track, with 19 weeks at the top spot. This achievement is significant not only for Langley but also for the country music genre as a whole, as it highlights the growing influence of country and Americana sounds on the mainstream music scene.
The record-tying feat is particularly notable given the company Langley's song is keeping - "Old Town Road" by Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray Cyrus and "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" by Shaboozey are both iconic tracks that have left a lasting impact on the music industry. "Old Town Road" was a game-changer for country-rap fusion, while "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" was a chart-topper that showcased the genre-bending potential of country and hip-hop. By tying their record, Langley is cementing her place in country music history.
As the music industry continues to evolve, it's exciting to think about what's next for Ella Langley and country music as a whole. With the rise of artists like Langley, Lainey Wilson, and Zach Bryan, it's clear that country is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Keep an eye on Langley's future projects, as well as the Billboard Hot 100 chart, to see if she can break the record and take it to 20 weeks at number one.
Originally reported by rollingstone.com. SerbianNews adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.