Taylor Swift’s hit song “Cruel Summer” has achieved a significant milestone by remaining on the Hot 100 chart for 52 weeks, marking only the second time one of her tracks has accomplished this feat. Despite facing tough competition from her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” the electro-pop single has managed to climb to No. 28 this week. However, its future on the chart remains uncertain as Billboard’s recurrent rule may remove it if it falls below No. 25. Swift’s fans are eager to see if “Cruel Summer” can surpass its current milestone and become her longest-running hit on the Hot 100.
Taylor Swift’s ‘Cruel Summer’ Hits A Special Milestone–One She’s Only Reached Once Before
Taylor Swift is on fire! Well, not literally, but metaphorically speaking, she’s setting the music world ablaze once again. Her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, has been dominating the charts, with hits like “Fortnight” keeping fans grooving. But amidst all the new music, there’s one track that refuses to fade into the background: “Cruel Summer.”
The Unstoppable ‘Cruel Summer’
Imagine this: “Cruel Summer” has been chilling on the Hot 100 chart for a whopping 52 weeks! That’s right, an entire year of bopping along to this electro-pop gem. It’s like the Energizer Bunny of songs—it just keeps going and going. This milestone is no small feat, as Swift herself has only seen two tracks achieve this longevity on the Hot 100.
The fact that “Cruel Summer” has managed to hold its own against all the new hits from The Tortured Poets Department speaks volumes about its enduring appeal. It’s like that one friend who always manages to steal the spotlight at a party—charming, irresistible, and impossible to ignore.
Surging Up the Charts
Just when you think “Cruel Summer” might be ready to take a breather, it surprises everyone by jumping from No. 41 to No. 28 on the Hot 100. Talk about a power move! This rise in the ranks can be attributed to the shifting landscape of the chart, as newer tracks make way for this seasoned favorite.
The big question now is whether “Cruel Summer” can keep the momentum going. Billboard has a strict rule in place that states any song on the Hot 100 for a year must remain above No. 25 at all times. If it slips below that threshold, it’s curtains for the track. So, will “Cruel Summer” continue its reign, or will it gracefully bow out after its impressive run?
A Legacy in the Making
As “Cruel Summer” inches closer to tying with Swift’s longest-charting song, “Anti-Hero,” which spent 53 weeks on the Hot 100, fans are holding their breath in anticipation. Will this summer anthem surpass all expectations and become a record-breaking hit for Swift? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure—“Cruel Summer” has etched its name in music history with this incredible milestone.
In a world where music trends come and go faster than you can say “pop star,” Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer” stands as a testament to the enduring power of a catchy tune and an unforgettable melody. So, here’s to many more summers of bopping along to this chart-topping hit!
