The Billboard Hot 100 has been one of the biggest measures of success in music for decades, with some of the biggest artists in the world managing to keep their songs at number one for months at a time. Here are the longest-running number one Billboard Hot 100 singles of all time... ‘Choosin’ Texas’ by Ella Langley has spent 17 non-consecutive weeks at number one following its release, beating Morgan Wallen’s previous 16-week record with ‘Last Night’ in 2023. Langley’s song has continued to dominate the chart while she prepares to open for Wallen on select dates of his Still the Problem tour. ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’ spent 19 non-consecutive weeks at number one, making Shaboozey a mainstream star after years of steadily growing his following with his blend of hip-hop, rock, and country. The song became a massive success, earning Shaboozey Grammy nominations and appearances at major events like Coachella. ‘Old Town Road’ by Lil Nas X spent a record-breaking 19 consecutive weeks at number one. The genre-blending hit became a viral sensation after gaining popularity through memes. Its unusual mix of country and hip-hop sparked a major debate over what could be considered country music. Topping the list is ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You,’ which has charted for 22 non-consecutive weeks at number one. Released in 1994 as part of Mariah Carey’s first holiday album, Merry Christmas, the song became a seasonal classic and one of the biggest hits of her career. Its annual return to the charts has helped make it one of the most successful Christmas songs ever recorded.
