Top 10 Apple Music — Top Songs (GB) — August 14, 2026

Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" holds the #5 spot, a powerful country ballad that has become a national phenomenon. Co-written with Miranda Lambert, Joybeth Taylor, and Luke Dick, this track has achieved significant commercial success, spending a remarkable 14 non-consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Digital Song Sales chart, tying it for the sixth-longest-running leader in the chart's history. This enduring popularity highlights its broader appeal, as it outsold the next two bestsellers combined in one tracking period. While "Choosin' Texas" demonstrates the enduring power of traditional country storytelling, its widespread success across streaming, radio, and sales makes it a unique crossover hit that stands out against typical genre releases. The track boasts over 130 million streams on Spotify alone, demonstrating a wider reach than many pure country releases.

Ariana Grande's "hate that i made you love me" secures the #6 position, a deeply emotional track that showcases a more somber and introspective side of the pop superstar. The lead single from her eighth studio album, *petal*, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in June, becoming Grande's tenth career chart-topper. It also quickly became the first female song released in 2026 to debut at #1 on the Spotify Weekly Global chart. Critically, the song has been praised for its subtle melody and understated production, with a noticeably deeper vocal tone from Grande. Unlike the more explosive and immediate pop hits often associated with Grande, such as "yes, and?", this track embraces a dreamier, more melancholy atmosphere, yet still managed to rack up 23.6 million streams in its first week in the US, outperforming the average lead single from a pop album.

Olivia Rodrigo's "stupid song" lands at #7, a raw and acclaimed track from her third studio album, *You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love*. The song quickly resonated with listeners, debuting at number one on the Billboard Global 200 and reaching the top three on the US Billboard Hot 100. It has also achieved significant streaming milestones, crossing 250 million streams on Spotify by August 18, 2026, and becoming her third song to debut at #1 on Spotify's Global Daily Chart in 2026. Critics have lauded "stupid song" for its sharp, honest lyrics and Rodrigo's impassioned vocals, often drawing comparisons to her earlier hit "drivers license" due to its thematic use of driving metaphors to navigate emotions. The track's indie pop, pop rock, and synth-rock blend, coupled with its emotional depth, makes it a powerful continuation of Rodrigo's signature style, consistently outperforming many contemporary pop-rock releases.

ANOTR's "Talk To You (feat. 54 Ultra)" comes in at #8, a vibrant disco house track that has steadily climbed the charts since its March 2026 release. The song, praised for its warm and funky vibe, quickly gained traction, reaching the number one position on the World Airplay Radio Monitor (WARM) Global Dance Radio chart in April 2026. It also marked the Dutch duo's first entry into the top 40 of the UK Singles Chart. "Talk To You" distinguishes itself with a unique blend of live instrumentation, including funk guitar riffs and syncopated synth stabs, creating a polished yet organic sound. While similar to their breakout track "Relax My Eyes" in its melancholy vocal sound, "Talk To You" offers a slower and more relaxed tempo, providing a more chilled experience than other high-energy dance tracks. The track has accumulated over 190 million streams on Spotify.