Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’: A Record-Breaking Hit

Ella Langley made music history with her song “Choosin’ Texas.” This week, it marked its 23rd consecutive week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It has surpassed the record set by Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” Langley celebrated this milestone with fans, expressing gratitude for their support.

On Instagram, Langley struggled to find words to describe her emotions. She thanked those who loved the song and noted how it’s transforming her life and the lives of everyone involved in its creation. Langley shared the joy with her followers, even humorously suggesting her dog’s barks express her excitement better than words.

“Choosin’ Texas” has also dominated Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart for 41 weeks. Its success astonished Langley, who had initially hoped for it to be a lead single when she wrote it. As the song climbed charts, it reached heights Langley never anticipated.

The song’s journey began at a songwriting retreat with Miranda Lambert. The idea sprang from a story Lambert shared about an encounter with a kangaroo she had as a pet. Langley found humor and inspiration in Lambert’s tale and quickly composed the song with Lambert’s help.

Langley acknowledges Lambert’s ongoing support in her music career, with Lambert not only co-writing but also executive producing her next record. Langley values the guidance and encouragement Lambert provides.

Langley’s recent performances include stops in Oxford, Mississippi; Athens, Georgia; and Jacksonville, Florida. Photos from these events show Langley engaging with her audience, immersed in music and shared experiences.

Fans and followers have congratulated Langley on social media, celebrating her unprecedented chart success.