Morgan Wallen’s Historic Streak in Country Music
In a stellar display of popularity and persistence, Morgan Wallen’s latest hit “What I Want,” in collaboration with Tate McRae, has etched its name in the annals of country music history. On the Hot Country Songs chart, a prestigious list dating back to 1958, this track has remarkably held the number one spot for over 20 weeks, a feat achieved by only ten songs in the chart’s long history.
Wallen’s track from his album I’m the Problem not only resonates with his country base but has also made significant inroads into pop territories. It reached impressive spots on the Adult Pop Airplay and Pop Airplay charts, showcasing its crossover appeal.
Record-Breaking Achievements in Country Music
This isn’t Wallen’s first rodeo with chart-topping hits. His earlier 2023 hit “Last Night” also dominated the Hot Country Songs chart for an impressive 25 weeks, positioning him as the first solo artist to have multiple tracks exceed the 20-week mark. This record was previously touched only by the likes of Florida Georgia Line.
Artists Dominating the Hot Country Songs:
- 50, “Meant to Be,” Bebe Rexha & Florida Georgia Line, beginning Dec. 16, 2017
- 45, “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” Shaboozey, May 4, 2024
- 34, “Body Like a Back Road,” Sam Hunt, Feb. 25, 2018
- 27, “I Hope,” Gabby Barrett, July 25, 2020
- 25, “Last Night,” Morgan Wallen, Feb. 18, 2023
- 24, “Fancy Like,” Walker Hayes, July 24, 2021
- 24, “Cruise,” Florida Georgia Line, Dec. 22, 2012
- 21, “10,000 Hours,” Dan + Shay & Justin Bieber, Oct. 19, 2019
- 20, “What I Want,” Morgan Wallen feat. Tate McRae, May 31, 2025
- 20, “I Remember Everything,” Zach Bryan feat. Kacey Musgraves, Sept. 9, 2023
Album Success and Future Prospects
I’m the Problem marked its debut at No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart and has remained a fixture there for subsequent weeks. Wallen’s discography continues to perform exceptionally, with previous releases One Thing at a Time and Dangerous: The Double Album consistently staying in the top ranks. The latter album notably broke records by staying at No. 1 for an unprecedented 97 weeks.
His ongoing success on the Country Airplay chart, with multiple singles reaching the top positions, underscores Wallen’s significant impact on the music industry and his resonating appeal across different listener segments.