The Billboard Hot 100 is serving up some serious drama this week, and we’re here with the tea! Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ is making waves that could turn into a full-blown tsunami on the charts. With its strong Country Airplay debut, experts are predicting this country banger could crack the top 40 – and honestly, we’re not surprised. The track’s blend of twang and modern production is hitting all the right notes, proving that country-pop crossovers are having a major moment right now.
Meanwhile, Olivia Dean’s ‘Man I Need’ is climbing that chart ladder like it’s got rocket boosters attached! After opening for pop princess Sabrina Carpenter on tour, Dean has gained a whole new legion of fans who are streaming her soulful track non-stop. Could this be the momentum that pushes her into the top three? We’ve got our fingers crossed – her smooth vocals and relatable lyrics about relationship struggles are exactly what pop radio needs right now.
But let’s talk about the artist who might just steal the show this season – Sombr! His infectious hit ‘Back to Friends’ is sitting pretty at No. 12 and is knocking on the door of the Pop Airplay top 10. The track’s catchy chorus and danceable beat have made it a staple on Q107.5, and our listeners can’t get enough. A ‘Sombr November’ might not just be a catchy phrase – it could be reality if those streaming numbers keep climbing!
The charts are more unpredictable than ever, and that’s what makes tracking them so exciting right now!
Here in Memphis, we know a thing or two about music that crosses genres and breaks boundaries. From our legendary blues roots to today’s pop innovators, the 901 has always celebrated artists who blend styles – much like Ella Langley’s country-pop fusion and Sombr’s genre-bending approach. These chart climbers represent the diverse musical tastes that make our city’s scene so vibrant, and we’re loving seeing our listeners embrace this variety on their playlists.
As we watch these tracks battle it out for chart dominance, one thing’s clear: the Hot 100 is more exciting than ever. Whether you’re team Ella, riding with Olivia, or fully onboard the Sombr train, there’s something for every music lover in this week’s race. The competition is fierce, but that just means we get to enjoy an incredible lineup of hits fighting for our attention – and honestly, we’re not complaining!
Keep streaming your faves, Memphis – you’re the ones who ultimately decide what makes it to the top!