Country Songs Take All Five Slots in the Billboard Hot 100’s Top 5 for the First Time in Chart History

By Chris Willman

Chris Willman

Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic

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Country music is ruling the roost like never before, at least when it comes specifically to the Billboard Hot 100. For the first time in history, country songs are claiming all five of the top five slots on the Hot 100. That’s thanks to Ella Langley and Morgan Wallen, who currently stand at No. 1 on the singles and albums charts, respectively… and to Taylor Swift‘s return to country for a hit soundtrack… and to newcomer Stella Lefty officially joining the ranks of hitmakers.

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