Morgan Wallen Makes History with 'What I Want': A Look at His Record-Breaking Success on Billboard's Country Charts
Morgan Wallen continues to make history on Billboard's country charts with his latest collaboration with Tate McRae, "What I Want." The song has achieved a remarkable milestone by spending 20 weeks at No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart, making Wallen the first solo artist to have multiple 20-week chart-toppers. This achievement adds to Wallen's impressive track record, as his previous hit, "Last Night," also held the top spot for 25 weeks.
"What I Want" is featured on Wallen's album "I'm the Problem," which debuted at No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart in May and has maintained its position for 20 consecutive weeks. Wallen's previous albums, "One Thing at a Time" and "Dangerous: The Double Album," collectively spent 184 weeks at No. 1 and continue to rank in the top five on the chart. "Dangerous: The Double Album" set a record by dominating the chart for 97 weeks.
In addition to its success on the country charts, "What I Want" has also made waves on pop radio, reaching impressive positions on the Adult Pop Airplay and Pop Airplay charts. Wallen's album "I'm the Problem" has produced four No. 1 hits on the Country Airplay chart, with his latest single, "I Got Better," climbing to No. 3 on the most recent ranking. Wallen's continued success underscores his status as a chart-topping artist with a loyal fan base.
In conclusion, Morgan Wallen's collaboration with Tate McRae on "What I Want" has solidified his position as a chart-topping artist on Billboard's country charts. With multiple 20-week No. 1 hits and a string of successful singles, Wallen's music continues to resonate with audiences across genres, cementing his reputation as a powerhouse in the music industry.