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Morgan Wallen Sets New Records Outshining Dolly Parton and Taylor Swift

Morgan Wallen Sets New Records Outshining Dolly Parton and Taylor Swift
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  • Arden is a Senior Country Music Journalist for Country Thang Daily, specializing in classic hits and contemporary chart-toppers.
  • Prior to joining Country Thang Daily, Arden wrote for Billboard and People magazine, covering country music legends and emerging artists.
  • Arden holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Tennessee, with a minor in Music Studies.

Morgan Wallen’s career continues to reach impressive heights with his latest achievement. This historic milestone solidifies his place among country music’s most celebrated figures. His new single, “Love Somebody,” has debuted at No. 1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot Country Songs charts, making Wallen the first artist to score three simultaneous No. 1s on both rankings. This accomplishment places Wallen above iconic artists like Dolly Parton and Taylor Swift, who each previously reached No. 1 on these charts twice with separate singles.

Wallen’s string of cross-chart No. 1s began with his 2023 mega-hit “Last Night,” which dominated the Hot 100 for a record-breaking 16 weeks and held the No. 1 spot on the Hot Country Songs chart for 25 weeks. Following that, Wallen scored another top hit in early 2024 with “I Had Some Help,” his collaborative track with Post Malone, introducing the rapper to the country scene. Now, with “Love Somebody,” Wallen has managed a triple No. 1 streak on both the Hot 100 and Hot Country Songs charts—an unmatched feat in country music history.

RELATED: Morgan Wallen Sets Country Music Record in the UK 

In addition to this record-breaking single, Wallen’s album One Thing at a Time recently reached a major milestone of its own. According to Forbes, the album has spent 17 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, surpassing the 16-week record set by Parton and Swift. This achievement is a testament to Wallen’s dominance in the current music landscape, as he continues to draw a broad fanbase across genres.

A Country Star Redefining Boundaries

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Wallen’s success is more than record-breaking chart positions; it’s a signal of how today’s country artists can expand the genre’s reach while preserving its roots. “Love Somebody” showcases Wallen’s blend of country, pop, and even Latin-inspired elements, revealing an artist who understands how to evolve his sound to stay relevant without losing the soul of country music.

This recent accomplishment has placed Wallen among the most influential figures in modern country music, and his crossover appeal has redefined what it means to be a country artist today. His achievements place him ahead of many other legends and set a new precedent for future country stars.

As Wallen’s impact continues to grow, his record-breaking hits underscore his place in the genre’s legacy. He’s not only reshaping country music’s mainstream appeal but also setting records that will be hard for future artists to beat.

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