Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" has reclaimed the top position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, marking its 23rd week at No. 1. This achievement surpasses Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You," which held the previous record with 22 weeks at the top. The song first reached No. 1 in February 2026 and has since become a significant crossover hit in the country music genre. Co-written by Langley, Luke Dick, Miranda Lambert, and Joybeth Taylor, "Choosin' Texas" is featured on Langley's third studio album, "Dandelion." The track's success is attributed to its laid-back groove and relatable narrative, resonating with a wide audience. Langley, 27, expressed her surprise at the song's success, stating, "I don't know how you could predict that." The song's popularity has also been bolstered by its streaming numbers, with 911 million on-demand streams in the U.S. and 1.26 billion globally as of mid-August. "Choosin' Texas" continues to be a dominant force on the charts, solidifying Langley's position as a leading artist in the country music scene.
