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Alex Warren's 'Ordinary' Breaks UK Summer Chart Record

9/5/2025

Summary

Story summary

Alex Warren's "Ordinary" is the UK's Official Song of the Summer 2025, setting a 70-year record for longest-running number one.
The top five includes Ravyn Lenae's "Love Me Not" at No. 2, Sabrina Carpenter's "Manchild" at No. 3, and Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club" at No. 4.
K-pop's popularity grows, with KPop Demon Hunters' "HUNTR/X" at No. 12, marking seven K-pop songs in the UK Top 40.
Billboard's rankings face criticism for not aligning with local music preferences, especially in El Paso.

History

Historical Context

The UK launched the Official Singles Chart in 1955, transforming music rankings and consumption. This shift paved the way for iconic hits, including "Ordinary," which set a record with 70 weeks at number one. Today, K-pop's influence is evident, with seven songs in the UK Top 40, highlighting the ongoing evolution of global music trends and local preferences.

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Story summary

Alex Warren's "Ordinary" is the UK's Official Song of the Summer 2025, setting a 70-year record for longest-running number one.
The top five includes Ravyn Lenae's "Love Me Not" at No. 2, Sabrina Carpenter's "Manchild" at No. 3, and Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club" at No. 4.
K-pop's popularity grows, with KPop Demon Hunters' "HUNTR/X" at No. 12, marking seven K-pop songs in the UK Top 40.
Billboard's rankings face criticism for not aligning with local music preferences, especially in El Paso.

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