Mariah Carey breaks another chart record, has not had a number 1 song on Billboard Hot 100 in 20 different years

Last updated: December 15, 2024 5:05 PM

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The legendary Mariah Carey continues to shatter records on the Billboard Hot 100. The 55-year-old superstar has reclaimed her position atop the Billboard chart—which monitors the most popular singles currently—with her signature festive track “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”

This achievement represents the track’s 15th week in the premier position. Significantly, this accomplishment marks Carey’s 20th distinct year with a No. 1 single on the chart—extending a benchmark that remains unmatched by any other artist in the industry.

Variety's 2019 Power Of Women — Mariah Carey at the Variety’s 2019 Power Of Women held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, USA on October 11, 2019. Photo credit: depositphotos.com

Carey’s Billboard Hot 100 dominance began in 1990 with “Vision of Love” and “Love Takes Time.” She maintained her chart supremacy annually from 1991 through 2000. The vocal powerhouse returned to the summit in 2005 with “We Belong Together.”

Her single “Don’t Forget About Us” claimed the top position during 2005 and 2006, while “Touch My Body” ascended to No. 1 in 2008. Since 2019, “All I Want For Christmas Is You” has consistently reached the chart’s apex each year.

AFI FEST 2009 Screening of 'Precious' — Mariah Carey at the AFI FEST 2009 Screening of ‘Precious’ held at the Grauman’s Chinese Theater in Hollywood, USA on November 1, 2009. Photo credit: depositphotos.com

According to Billboard‘s documentation, her nearest rivals for this distinction include Paul McCartney, Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, and Madonna—each achieving top placement in 10 different years. Paul secured seven additional years of No. 1 hits with The Beatles. Beyoncé garnered three more years at No. 1 with Destiny’s Child. Michael added another year through his work with the Jackson 5.

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