Taylor Swift's 'The Fate of Ophelia' Breaks Chart Record

Taylor Swift's latest single 'The Fate of Ophelia' has officially become her longest-running No. 1 hit, spending nine weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100. The track surpasses her 2022 hit 'Anti-Hero,' which previously held the record with eight weeks at No. 1.

The song serves as the lead single from Swift's 12th studio album, 'The Life of a Showgirl.' Both the single and the album debuted at No. 1 on their respective charts simultaneously. This release continues Swift's historic dominance in the music industry, tying her with Michael Jackson and Drake for the fifth-most No. 1 singles in history.

'The Fate of Ophelia' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 alongside the release of 'The Life of a Showgirl.' The album itself had a massive debut, breaking the record for the biggest sales week of all time. The song initially remained at No. 1 for eight consecutive weeks. After a brief dip during the holiday season, the track returned to the top spot for its ninth week, securing the record for Swift's longest-leading single.

This achievement places Swift in an elite group of artists. She is now tied with Michael Jackson and Drake for the fifth-most No. 1 hits in the history of the chart. The song also set a new benchmark on streaming platforms, breaking the record for the most streams in a single week on Spotify.

The release of 'The Life of a Showgirl' resulted in an unprecedented chart takeover. All 12 tracks from the album debuted within the Hot 100's top 12 spots. This feat made Swift the first and only artist to dominate the chart's top 10 on three separate occasions.

During the song's ninth week at No. 1, the chart featured a strong showing from the album's other tracks, including:

• 'Opalite' at No. 2
• 'Elizabeth Taylor' at No. 3
• 'Father Figure' at No. 4
• 'Wood' at No. 5

This level of chart control is a recurring theme in Swift's career. She previously occupied the entire top 10 in 2022 with tracks from 'Midnights' and again in 2024 with 'The Tortured Poets Department.'

Swift has amassed 13 No. 1 hits throughout her career, beginning with 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together' in 2012. Her discography includes a mix of radio-friendly pop singles and fan-driven successes. The complete list of her chart-topping singles, in chronological order of their peak dates, includes:

1. 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together' (3 weeks)
2. 'Shake It Off' (4 weeks)
3. 'Blank Space' (7 weeks)
4. 'Bad Blood' (feat. Kendrick Lamar) (1 week)
5. 'Look What You Made Me Do' (3 weeks)
6. 'Cardigan' (1 week)
7. 'Willow' (1 week)
8. 'All Too Well (Taylor's Version)' (1 week)
9. 'Anti-Hero' (8 weeks)
10. 'Cruel Summer' (4 weeks)
11. 'Is It Over Now?' (1 week)
12. 'Fortnight' (feat. Post Malone) (2 weeks)
13. 'The Fate of Ophelia' (9 weeks)

Taylor Swift's 'The Fate of Ophelia' stands as a testament to her enduring popularity and chart power. By securing nine weeks at No. 1, the track has not only surpassed her previous record but also solidified her status as one of the most successful artists in Billboard history. As she continues to break records with each new release, Swift's impact on the music industry remains undeniable.