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Ariana Grande has become the thirteenth musical act in U.S. history to secure 10 No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, following the debut of her latest single, “Hate That I Made You Love Me.” According to Billboard, this achievement places Grande in an exclusive tier of hitmakers alongside Bruno Mars, Janet Jackson, and Stevie Wonder, all of whom share the tenth-most leaders in the chart’s history.

How Ariana Grande Reached the 10 No. 1 Milestone

Grande’s ascent to the top of the charts has been rapid, with all ten of her chart-topping singles arriving in under a decade. Billboard reports that her streak began in November 2018 with the release of “Thank U, Next.” Since that debut, the singer has maintained a consistent presence at the summit, with every one of her subsequent studio albums yielding at least one No. 1 single. Her catalog of leaders includes hits like “7 Rings,” “Positions,” and her recent collaborations with The Weeknd, such as “Die for You” and “Save Your Tears.”

Did you know? Ariana Grande is one of only thirteen artists in the history of the Billboard Hot 100 to reach double-digit No. 1s.

How Does Grande Compare to Other Chart-Topping Legends?

While Grande currently shares the tenth-place spot with three other icons, the competitive landscape of the Billboard Hot 100 remains dynamic. Bruno Mars joined this elite group earlier this year with the release of “I Just Might,” while legends like Janet Jackson and Stevie Wonder have held their positions for decades. To surpass her current peers and climb higher, Grande must contend with the legacy of Whitney Houston, who holds 11 No. 1s, and acts such as Madonna and The Supremes, who each claim 12. At the top of the all-time list, The Beatles remain the leaders with 20 No. 1 hits, followed closely by Mariah Carey with 19.

What Happens Next for the Billboard Hot 100?

The leaderboard is currently in a state of flux as Taylor Swift and Drake continue to add to their respective totals. According to Billboard, Drake recently saw his single “Janice STFU” displaced by Grande’s latest release, while Swift’s single “Opalite” commanded the top spot earlier this spring. Industry analysts are now monitoring the performance of Swift’s newest track, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” which was recorded for Toy Story 5. If it debuts at No. 1, Swift would extend her lead, potentially pushing the threshold for the top ten even higher.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who holds the record for the most No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100? The Beatles hold the record with 20 No. 1 singles.
• How many artists have scored 10 or more No. 1 hits? Including Ariana Grande, only thirteen musical acts in U.S. history have reached this milestone.
• What was Ariana Grande’s first No. 1 single? Her first No. 1 was “Thank U, Next,” which launched at the summit in November 2018.

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