Taylor Swift’s upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, has the world buzzing with anticipation for what is sure to be another blockbuster success from the superstar. As fans eagerly await the release of new tunes, one of Swift’s recent hits, “Cruel Summer,” has reached a major milestone by spending 48 weeks on the Hot 100 chart, making it one of the biggest songs in her discography.
With its 48-week stay on the Hot 100, “Cruel Summer” now ties with “Teardrops on My Guitar” as the fifth-longest-charting hit of Swift’s career. The electro-pop track peaked at No. 13 back in 2008 and continues to resonate with fans years later.
While “Cruel Summer” is now one of Swift’s longest-running hits on the Hot 100, her longest-charting single remains “Anti-Hero,” the lead single from her album Midnights, which spent over a year on the ranking. Additionally, both “Shake It Off” and “You Belong With Me” share the title of Swift’s second-longest-charting songs on the Hot 100 with 50 weeks each on the chart.
“Love Story,” another one of Swift’s iconic hits, follows closely behind “Shake It Off” and “You Belong With Me” with 49 weeks on the Hot 100. This week, “Cruel Summer” continues to climb the chart, moving from No. 16 to No. 14, despite facing tough competition from new releases on the chart.
In October 2023, “Cruel Summer” became one of Swift’s 11 No. 1 singles on the Hot 100, solidifying its status as a fan-favorite track from her album Lover. As Swift gears up for the release of her new album, fans can expect more chart-topping hits and memorable tunes from the talented singer-songwriter.
With the success of “Cruel Summer” and its impressive longevity on the Hot 100 chart, Taylor Swift continues to prove her status as a powerhouse in the music industry. As she prepares to release The Tortured Poets Department, fans can look forward to more catchy melodies and meaningful lyrics from the acclaimed artist.
