Megan Thee Stallion has been in the news quite a bit over the last week and a half. Although she has been in a bitter feud with Nicki Minaj, it appears as though she has come out on the other side better than ever. Overall, her song “Hiss” has been extremely successful, especially in comparison to “Big Foot.” Furthermore, the fans and casual music listeners have taken her side. For the last few days, she has been on one massive victory lap, and that is not going to change as she just went number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Yes, that is right, “Hiss” is now the number-one song in the world. Overall, that is a pretty massive accomplishment and it is one worthy of celebration. Just a few days ago, Meg explained exactly how she planned to celebrate this new feat. She was going to put a straw in a bottle of Hennessy and just go to town. Well, last night, that is exactly what she did. While going live on Instagram, Meg sipped some Henny and also made sure to twerk up a storm with some of her closest friends.
If you were watching the livestream, it certainly looked like an amazing time. After all, Meg seems like a fun person to be around. Not to mention, she has been through a lot over the past few years, so why not let loose and celebrate a little? Going number one with a solo track is no easy task. This is especially true when the song in question doubles as a diss record. No matter what, Meg is on a roll and we cannot wait to hear her upcoming album.
Let us know what you thought of “Hiss,” in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always keep you informed on the latest releases from your favorite artists. There is still a lot of great music to come in 2024.
Every week, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated February 10, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. SZA — “Snooze”
“Snooze” was released as a single back in April 2023, and it’s had an impressive chart run. It’s just barely hanging onto the top 10 now after dipping from No. 9 last week.
9. 21 Savage — “Redrum”
Savage did the ol’ switcheroo with SZA’s hit single, leaping from No. 10 to No. 9, two weeks after debuting in the No. 5 spot.
8. Benson Boone — “Beautiful Things”
TikTok really is helping form the future of music: Boone gained popularity on the platform and now he has his first top-10 single with “Beautiful Things” which debuted on the chart at No. 15 last week.
7. Doja Cat — “Agora Hills”
Doja’s “Agora Hills” is hanging strong, matching its previous high at No. 7 this week. Now, about that face tattoo…
Bryan and Musgraves’ hit continues to dominate the charts: Aside from No. 6 on the Hot 100, it’s No. 1 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, the Hot Rock Songs chart (for the 23rd week for both), and the Hot Country Songs chart (19 weeks).
5. Tate McRae — “Greedy”
A lot of songs have been sticking around the top 10 for weeks now, and that includes “Greedy,” which remains just a few spots off its previous high at No. 3.
4. Teddy Swims — “Lose Control”
Like Boone, Swims recently landed his first top-10 single. “Lose Control” reached a new high of No. 4 last week, and that’s where it remains this frame.
3. Taylor Swift — “Cruel Summer”
“Cruel Summer” continues to dominate, but get ready for a new crop of Swift songs to charge up the Hot 100 soon.
2. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
Harlow had four weeks at No. 1 with “Lovin On Me,” including a chart-topping stint last week. Now, though, we have a new Hot 100 champion.
1. Megan Thee Stallion — “Hiss”
Megan is No. 1 with her new single “Hiss,” which is bound to upset a number of people, as the diss track goes after some of her fellow artists. “Hiss” is Meg’s third chart topper, following “Savage” and “WAP,” with “Hiss” being Meg’s first solo No. 1.
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Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj have been going at it for about a week at this point. However, there was a turning point last week where the feud just died out. Nicki Minaj’s diss track “Big Foot” was losing steam, while Megan Thee Stallion continued to break records on the charts with “Hiss.” Subsequently, Nicki eased off the gas and Meg continued to silently celebrate her latest victory. Over the weekend, fans have been anticipating Meg’s return to the Billboard charts, and in a big way at that.
There have been all sorts of indications that Meg would get the top spot on the chart. Overall, this would be a massive accomplishment when you consider how the song would be debuting on the chart this week. Well. according to Billboard, the inevitable has happened. Megan Thee Stallion has officially earned her third number-one hit. The previous two are “Savage” and “WAP.” However, this is a particularly special feat as this is a solo track.
Thank you thank you thank you ! Thank you GOD, Thank you MAMA HOLLY, Thank you to EVERYONEEEEE that took the time out of their week to go hard and make this happen! I love you I appreciate you I’m so grateful likeeee #HISS is number 1 !!! Thank you for RUNNING…
Only time will tell whether or not this is a song that can stay in that number-one spot. The first week was certainly carried by her feud with Minaj. However, if her fans remain behind her, then this song could have lots of sustained success. No matter what, this is an accomplishment that is most definitely worth celebrating. “Thank you thank you thank you ! Thank you GOD, Thank you MAMA HOLLY, Thank you to EVERYONEEEEE that took the time out of their week to go hard and make this happen! I love you I appreciate you I’m so grateful,” Meg wrote on Twitter. Needless to say, she is very happy.
Let us know your thoughts on “Hiss,” in the comments section below. Do you think this song is worthy of being number one? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed on your favorite artists and all of their upcoming projects.
Lil Nas X’s new single, “J Christ,” had a disappointing debut on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, landing at number 69. However, the controversial rapper is celebrating the placement on Twitter, describing it as a “funny number.”
“We did it boys! We reached the funny number. Be very proud of yourselves. This is our moment!” he wrote. Fans shared plenty of jokes in response as well. “In honor of your song going #69, you should 69 with 69 lucky fans!” one user replied. Another wrote: “We’re gagging at 69!! Nothing serious!”
US rapper, singer, and songwriter Lil Nas X performs during the 57th Montreux Jazz Festival in Montreux on July 4, 2023. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP) (Photo by FABRICE COFFRINI/AFP via Getty Images)
The disappointing Hot 100 debut comes after Nas faced plenty of backlash for the music video associated with the song. Many voices on social media, including Boosie Badazz, felt it was disrespectful to Christianity. Nas eventually explained his thinking and apologized for some of his behavior while promoting the release. “I wanted to explain where my head at and where it’s been for the last week,” he said online. “First of all, when I did the artwork, I knew there would be some upset people, simply because religion is a very sensitive topic for a lot of people. But I also didn’t mean to mock — this wasn’t like a, ‘F*ck you to you people! F*ck you to Christians!’ It was not that. It was literally me saying, ‘Oh, I’m back like Jesus.’”
Lil Nas X Celebrates Billboard Chart Placement
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Nas also apologized for a video of him eating several communion wafers. “I will say, though, with the communion video with me eating the crackers and juice, I thought that video was gonna lighten the mood, to take it down less serious … I do apologize for that,” he added. “I am sorry for that. That was overboard.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Lil Nas X on HotNewHipHop.
Every week, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated January 27, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. 21 Savage, Travis Scott, and Metro Boomin — “Née-nah”
21 Savage’s new album American Dream made a splash on the Hot 100 in its opening week, as the rapper has two songs in this week’s top 10: This Travis Scott and Metro Boomin collab, and another song coming up on this list.
9. SZA — “Snooze”
While SZA’s No.-2-peaking “Snooze” appears to be on its way out of the top 10, it remains at No. 1 on the Hot R&B Songs chart for a 25th week.
8. Teddy Swims — “Lose Control”
Last week was a major career milestone for Teddy Swims, as “Lose Control” became his first top-10 single. It debuted at No. 8 and hangs onto that same spot this week.
7. Doja Cat — “Paint The Town Red”
A former No. 1 for three total weeks, “Paint The Town Red” had a slight slide this week, down from No. 5 to No. 7.
Another former No. 1 (but for just one week), Bryan and Musgraves’ collab is hanging around the top 10 still, at No. 6.
5. 21 Savage — “Redrum”
And here’s the other new Savage song in the top 10. Notably, “Redrum” is Savage’s first top-10 single that features no other artist beside himself.
4. Tate McRae — “Greedy”
The current all-time high for McRae sits at No. 3, a spot it held last week, so it had a slight demotion in the latest frame.
3. Taylor Swift — “Cruel Summer”
The staying power of Swift’s 2019 single “Cruel Summer” has been phenomenal, as it’s been in the top 3 of that chart for what feels like forever at this point.
2. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
“Lovin On Me” previously spent three weeks at No. 1, but this week, it made way for a new champion.
1. Ariana Grande — “Yes, And?”
Grande has the first song released in 2024 to hit No. 1 on the Hot 100. “Yes, And?” is Grande’s eighth chart-topper of her career, and if you want to get super granular with the trivia, it’s the first No. 1 song with the word “yes” in its title.
This week’s #Hot100 top 10 (chart dated Jan. 27, 2024)
Every week, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated January 20, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. Morgan Wallen — “Last Night”
It’s been quite the past year for Wallen’s “Last Night,” just about exactly at this point: The song was released on January 31, 2023 and it’s still in the Hot 100 top 10.
9. Doja Cat — “Agora Hills”
Doja is the only artist with multiple top-10 songs this week, and that’s thanks in part to “Agora Hills” setting a new personal-best placement at No. 9.
8. Teddy Swims — “Lose Control”
Here’s perhaps the most notable entry on this week’s Hot 100, as “Lose Control” is the first top-10 single for Teddy Swims. It’s his first song to crack the Hot 100 at all, actually. It’s been a steady rise to the region, as the track was originally released in June 2023.
7. Tyla — “Water”
Tyla had a breakout year in 2023 thanks to her hit single and that is clearly continuing into 2024, as “Water” matches its all-time high at No. 7 this week.
6. SZA — “Snooze”
“Snooze” never quite hit No. 1, topping out in the silver-medal spot, but the song has maintained a high chart position following its April 2023 release.
5. Doja Cat — “Paint The Town Red”
Doja said what she said, and she’s been saying it for a while now, as “Paint The Town Red” was released back in August 2023 and it’s still in the top 5 on the Hot 100.
Bryan and Musgraves’ collab continues to dominate various Billboard charts, as it’s currently No. 1 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and Hot Rock Songs charts for a 20th week and on the Hot Country Songs for a 16th total week.
3. Tate McRae — “Greedy”
“Greedy” previously reached its current chart peak at No. 3, and that’s where McRae’s hit finds itself this week, too.
2. Taylor Swift — “Cruel Summer”
Swift’s “Cruel Summer” previously enjoyed four weeks at No. 1, and while it’s not on top anymore, the 2019 song is still enjoying significant Hot 100 success.
1. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
This is the third total week at No. 1 for “Lovin On Me,” Harlow’s 2023 hit. This is tied for his longest stay on top of the Hot 100, as “First Class” was previously No. 1 for three weeks in 2022. His Lil Nas X collab “Industry Baby” also reigned for a week in 2021.
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Toni Braxton is rightfully considered an R&B icon. Throughout her career, she has released many undeniable hits, even topping the Hot 100 chart a few times. The singer’s discography is filled with timeless songs and is a testament to her vocal prowess and emotional depth. From the sultry strains of “Un-Break My Heart” to the empowering anthem “He Wasn’t Man Enough,” each song serves as a chapter in the narrative of Braxton’s artistic evolution. Although Braxton has had many songs appear on the Billboard charts, a handful of the singer’s hit songs stand heads and shoulders above the rest. So far, Toni Braxton has had a handful of Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Here they are.
7. “You Mean The World To Me” (1994)
Released as the fourth single from her eponymous debut album, this timeless R&B ballad holds a significant place in Braxton’s illustrious career. The song showcases her exceptional vocal prowess and cemented her status as a prominent figure in ‘90s R&B. This track played a notable role in propelling Toni Braxton to stardom during the ‘90s, as it’s one of her biggest hits.
On the Billboard Hot 100 chart, “You Mean the World to Me” debuted at No. 86. However, it progressively climbed the chart with each passing week. Finally, on May 28, 1994, it peaked at No. 7. Likewise, it peaked within the Top 10 on several other Billboard charts, including Adult Contemporary, Rhythmic, and Hot R&B/Hip Hop Songs.
6. “Another Sad Love Song” (1993)
“Another Sad Love Song” was released as Braxton’s debut album’s lead single. The song showcased the singer’s distinctive contralto vocals and laid the foundation for her successful career. Her debut single, “Love Shoulda Brought You Home” (1992), made it onto the Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 33. While that served as a marker of the potential success of her career, it was “Another Sad Love Song” that truly began that trajectory.
Despite only being her second-ever single, the song peaked within the Top 10 on the Hot 100 chart. It reached the No. 7 spot on the chart, becoming the first song on a list of Toni Braxton hits to break into that bracket. “Another Sad Love Song” signaled Braxton’s arrival as a formidable force in the music industry.
5. “Breathe Again” (1993)
A soul-stirring ballad, “Breathe Again” is another standout track from Toni Braxton’s self-titled debut album. It was released as the album’s second single and is arguably its most popular and recognizable track. Upon its release, “Breathe Again” quickly ascended the charts, solidifying Braxton’s status as a powerhouse in the R&B genre. The song’s lush and nostalgic feel and the singer’s heartfelt vocal performance continue to strike a chord with listeners even now. Braxton’s emotive interpretation makes “Breathe Again” an anthem for those navigating the complexities of love and loss. It peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Braxton’s highest-charting song at the time.
4. “He Wasn’t Man Enough” (2000)
Toni Braxton released hits throughout the ‘90s, and some wondered if her success would extend beyond that decade. With “He Wasn’t Man Enough,” the singer proved that her talent and hitmaking ability were the enduring kind. The song was the lead single from Braxton’s third studio album, The Heat, her first in four years.
The bold and empowering anthem also catapulted her back into the mainstream with a contemporary R&B sound and a fierce attitude. “He Wasn’t Man Enough” quickly climbed the charts upon its release, becoming one of Braxton’s most successful singles. On the Billboard Hot 100 chart, the track missed the topmost position, peaking at No. 2. While it unfortunately didn’t top the Hot 100 chart, it peaked atop the Hot R&B/Hip Hop Songs chart.
3. “Let It Flow” (1996)
This song was initially recorded as a part of the soundtrack for the 1995 movie Waiting to Exhale. “Let It Flow” is one of the biggest Billboard hits Toni Braxton has recorded. The soulful and evocative track became synonymous with both musical excellence and cinematic storytelling. In a similar fashion to most of her songs, Braxton’s vocals are rich with emotion and breathe life into the lyrics. “Let It Flow” climbed to the topmost spot on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot R&B/Hip Hop charts.
2. “You’re Making Me High” (1996)
Sultry and sensual in its sound and Braxton’s delivery, “You’re Making Me High” is an unforgettable song in the singer’s catalog. It was released as the lead single from her second studio album, Secrets, and quickly captivated audiences. Altogether, the song’s infectious rhythm, smooth production, and Braxton’s breathy vocals created an irresistible blend that resonated with fans and critics alike. Soon after its release, it peaked at No. 1 on the Hot 100 chart, becoming Braxton’s first chart-topping single. Subsequently, it earned the singer her third Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.
1. “Un-Break My Heart” (1996)
Without a doubt, 1996 was a highly successful year for Toni Braxton as all three singles she released became chart-topping hits. “Un-Break My Heart” is a behemoth of a song and a worldwide commercial success. The emotional tour de force also stands as one of the most iconic ballads in the history of contemporary R&B. Released as the second single from Secrets, the song catapulted Braxton to new heights of fame.
Undoubtedly, it is the singer’s hottest Billboard hit to date. It easily reached the number one spot on the Hot 100 chart and remained in that position for a whopping 11 weeks. Beyond its immediate success, “Un-Break My Heart” has endured as a classic, and rightly so. Toni Braxton will always be respected for the musical sorcery she pulled off with her performance on this track.
Every week, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated January 6, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. The Ronettes — “Sleigh Ride”
The new chart covers the tracking week from December 22 to 28, and the chart that represents Christmas and Christmas Eve tends to be the most holiday-focused of the year. That’s certainly the case this week, as the only non-holiday song in the top 10 is…
9. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
Throughout the holiday onslaught, Harlow’s “Lovin On Me” has been the consistent non-Christmas beacon hanging on in the top 10, and it managed to stick around at No. 9 this week.
8. José Feliciano — “Feliz Navidad”
Feliciano’s 1970 favorite peaked at No. 6 during the 2020 holiday season, but its 2023/2024 high has fallen a bit short of that.
7. Dean Martin — “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!”
This is a new all-time peak for Martin’s rendition of “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!,” as last week’s placement at No. 8 matched its previous high.
6. Andy Williams — “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”
Williams now has the all-time record for the span between his first and latest week in the top 10 at 64 years and three months, as “Lonely Street” was first in the region in October 1959.
5. Burl Ives — “A Holly Jolly Christmas”
Spots No. 5 through 3 are the same this week as they were last time, starting with Ives’ holiday mainstay.
Helms hasn’t yet been able to crack the top 2 with his holiday hit, as two titans keep getting in his way.
2. Mariah Carey — “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
It’s usually the case that Carey has the first and final No. 1 single of the year as “All I Want For Christmas Is You” holds onto the top spot as the calendar rolls over, but not this time.
1. Brenda Lee — “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”
Carey was No. 1 last week, but after previously spending a couple weeks at No. 1 recently and falling down to No. 2, 1958’s “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” is back on top, making it the first No. 1 single of 2024.
Why did Lee and Carey swap spots? It looks like Lee’s song had more momentum than Carey’s. The two tracks had similar numbers in terms of airplay and sales, but “Rockin’ racked up 57.3 million streams (a 16-percent increase) vs. “All I Want” getting 54.8 million (up 13 percent). Carey’s airplay and sales numbers were actually both higher than Lee’s, but Carey had a bigger drop-off in airplay from last week to this one.
This week’s #Hot100 top 10 (chart dated Jan. 6, 2023).
Every Monday, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated December 23, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. Dean Martin — “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!”
The holiday music takeover is nearly complete as this Dean Martin classic rounds out this week’s top 10.
This is the first time in the top 10 this holiday season for The Ronettes as “Sleigh Ride” bounds from No. 14 last week to No. 8 now.
7. Andy Williams — “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”
Williams had a modest ascent this week, up from No. 8 to No. 7, with his 1963 Christmas hit.
6. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
Once again, Harlow interrupts the holiday party as “Lovin On Me” remains in the top 10 despite the holly jolly season. Speaking of…
5. Burl Ives — “A Holly Jolly Christmas”
“A Holly Jolly Christmas” rose to No. 5 this week, so it’s now just one spot away from its all-time high at No. 4.
4. Wham! — “Last Christmas”
“Last Christmas,” meanwhile, holds steady at No. 4, a spot that represents its Hot 100 peak.
3. Bobby Helms — “Jingle Bell Rock”
Bobby Helms’ tune is also at its all-time high at No. 3, as there are two massive Christmas classics that keep getting in its way.
2. Brenda Lee — “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”
This has been a historic holiday season for Brenda Lee, who managed to hold off Mariah Carey’s timeless hit from reaching No. 1 for two chart-topping weeks. The tides have turned now, though.
1. Mariah Carey — “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
After Lee’s temporary roadblock, Carey is back at No. 1 for a fifth consecutive holiday season, although this means the two have combined for a joint record: This is the first time two holiday songs have been No. 1 in a single holiday season. This is the 13th total week at No. 1 for “All I Want For Christmas Is You.”
This week’s #Hot100 top 10 (chart dated Dec. 23, 2023).
Every Monday, Billboard unveils the top 10 songs on the latest Hot 100 chart. The most recent rankings, for the chart dated December 16, are out now, so let’s run down who had this week’s biggest hits.
10. Doja Cat — “Paint The Town Red”
The Hot 100 is certainly painted red (and green) this week, thanks to the holiday songs coming up next on this list. Doja’s hit is among the few non-holiday tunes hanging around this week’s top 10, though.
8. Andy Williams — “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”
Williams’ Christmas classic has helped him make some history: As Billboard notes, “The late singer now sports a record span of 64 years, two months, and one week from his first week in the top 10 with ‘Lonely Street’ in October 1959 through his latest frame.”
7. Taylor Swift — “Cruel Summer”
Even through the holiday rush, Swift is unstoppable, as she remains in the top 10 with a song that was originally released in 2019 but has become a gigantic hit here in 2023.
6. Burl Ives — “A Holly Jolly Christmas”
Ives is one of the holiday regulars, as “A Holly Jolly Christmas” routinely returns to the charts. Its previous peak was at No. 4, so let’s see if it’s able to top that this year.
5. Jack Harlow — “Lovin On Me”
In terms of non-holiday songs, Harlow is No. 1 this week with “Lovin On Me,” which previously became the rapper’s third No. 1 single (Christmas classic or otherwise).
4. Wham! — “Last Christmas”
“Last Christmas” has so far peaked at No. 4 on the Hot 100 and the enduring 1984 favorite finds itself back at that personal-best summit this week.
3. Bobby Helms — “Jingle Bell Rock”
The same is true for Helms in terms of re-achieving its previous peak. It’s also the oldest song of the holiday bunch, as it was originally released in 1957.
2. Mariah Carey — “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
Carey has gotten used to having the No. 1 Christmas song of the past few years, but so far during this holiday season, she hasn’t been able to reclaim the No. 1 spot on the Hot 100.
1. Brenda Lee — “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”
