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Choosin’ Texas: Fastest Female Country Hit in a Decade!

12/28/2025

Summary

Story summary

In 2025, Choosin’ Texas became the fastest song by a female artist to reach the Top 10 on the MediaBase Country Radio chart in a decade.
The track is at #7 on MediaBase and is expected to reach #1 soon.
It hit #1 on Billboard Hot Country Songs in early December.
This comes as traditional country music’s mainstream success plateaus.
Fans see the track as having universal appeal.

History

Historical Context

Since its inception in 1944, the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart has evolved significantly, particularly after 2012 when it began incorporating digital downloads and streaming data. In 2015, Kacey Musgraves' album "Pageant Material" debuted at #1, reflecting a 30% increase in female representation. Today, the success of songs like "Choosin’ Texas" indicates a resurgence of female artists and a potential redefinition of country music's boundaries.

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Story summary

In 2025, Choosin’ Texas became the fastest song by a female artist to reach the Top 10 on the MediaBase Country Radio chart in a decade.
The track is at #7 on MediaBase and is expected to reach #1 soon.
It hit #1 on Billboard Hot Country Songs in early December.
This comes as traditional country music’s mainstream success plateaus.
Fans see the track as having universal appeal.

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