Taylor Swift’s latest single “Opalite” has surged to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, marking the superstar’s 14th career No. 1 hit on the iconic U.S. chart. This achievement places Swift in elite company, tying her with Rihanna for the third-most number-one songs in Hot 100 history, trailing only legendary acts The Beatles and Mariah Carey.
The track comes from Swift’s 2025 album The Life of a Showgirl and represents her second number-one from a single album since her 1989 era. Fans and industry watchers have noted the song’s wide appeal, which helped it climb steadily after its release before ultimately claiming the top spot.
Swift celebrated the milestone online, sharing behind-the-scenes content from the recording process and expressing gratitude to her global fanbase. The No. 1 also reinforces her continued dominance in the pop music landscape, where she has maintained a prolific output and chart success across multiple formats.
The ascent of “Opalite” highlights Swift’s rare ability to blend personal songwriting with mass commercial achievement, strengthening her place among the most successful recording artists of her generation.