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Ella Langley breaks Billboard record with 'Choosin’ Texas

Country singer Ella Langley has made history on the Billboard Hot 100. Her single, 'Choosin’ Texas,' has spent 24 weeks at number one, surpassing the previous record held by Mariah Carey’s 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' to become the longest-running No. 1 single in US history.

Langley, who was born in Alabama in 1999 and moved to Nashville in 2019, recently addressed critics during a concert in Columbus, Ohio. She spoke about facing personal scrutiny regarding her appearance, speech, and musical style, noting that she has faced significant criticism over the past year.

The massive success of the track has also sparked discussions regarding the state of modern monoculture. Observers note that while the song has achieved historic chart dominance, it highlights a fragmented media landscape where major hits may not reach every segment of the public due to personalized streaming feeds.

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Billboard Hot 100 · Columbus, Ohio · Ella Langley · Mariah Carey · Nashville

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