Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' Tops 2026 Song of the Summer Charts

Billboard’s Songs of the Summer chart for the week of August 1 lists Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” at number 1, a position it has held for nine weeks. The country‑pop single, co‑written with Luke Dick, Miranda Lambert and Joybeth Taylor and produced with Lambert and Ben West, is the lead track from Langley’s forthcoming album *Dandelion*. It also tops the charts in Australia, Canada, Ireland and New Zealand and reached #5 in the United Kingdom.

A concurrent “Song of the Summer” poll runs until 9 a.m. ET on 6 August, inviting readers to vote for their favorite summer track. The poll’s organizers note that Langley’s song is the clear frontrunner, though other contenders such as Kelsea Ballerini & Marshmello’s “Another Drink” and Madonna & Sabrina Carpenter’s “Bring Your Love” are also highlighted in a roundup of summer picks.

The song’s success has sparked widespread discussion about its lyrical inspiration and the roster of country‑music stars appearing in its music video, underscoring its cultural impact across multiple English‑speaking markets.