NEW YORK (AP) — The Billboard Hot 100 chart dated Nov. 22, 2025 reflects another week of shifting momentum across pop, R&B, country and K-pop, with Taylor Swift extending her chart dominance and several rising artists continuing to carve out space in the mainstream. Below is a breakdown of each song occupying the week’s top 10 positions.
10. “Back to Friends,” sombr
Independent pop-rock artist sombr earns his first top-10 hit as “Back to Friends” climbs to No. 10. The track, praised for its conversational vocal style and reflective writing, has seen steady gains on streaming platforms, where fan-generated playlists helped fuel its rise. Radio airplay remains modest but growing in several major markets.
9. “I Got Better,” Morgan Wallen
Morgan Wallen holds at No. 9 with “I Got Better,” a country track that has shown consistent staying power. The song continues to benefit from strong country-radio support and heavy rotation across streaming services. It marks Wallen’s latest entry in a year filled with sustained chart presence.
8. “Folded,” Kehlani
Kehlani’s “Folded” sits at No. 8, lifted by a surge in digital streams following the release of a live acoustic session earlier this month. Critics have highlighted the single’s understated production and emotional lyricism, calling it one of the standout tracks of Kehlani’s current era.
7. “MUTT,” Leon Thomas
Singer-producer Leon Thomas reaches No. 7 with “MUTT,” his highest-charting solo single to date. The genre-blending track showcases his background in both R&B and indie pop. A recent performance on late-night television helped introduce the song to a broader audience.
6. “DAISIES,” Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber returns to the top 10 as “DAISIES” moves to No. 6. The single has been propelled by strong international streaming numbers and a viral trend on social media. Industry analysts say the song marks a commercial rebound for Bieber following a quieter release year.
5. “Opalite,” Taylor Swift
Swift’s “Opalite” continues its run inside the top 5, landing at No. 5 this week. The track remains a streaming favorite and has maintained substantial radio airplay across pop and adult-contemporary formats. It serves as one of several singles from Swift charting simultaneously.
4. “Man I Need,” Olivia Dean
British singer Olivia Dean reaches a new career peak as “Man I Need” rises to No. 4. The soulful pop single continues gaining traction in the U.S., bolstered by a recent North American promotional run and widespread critical acclaim for Dean’s vocal performance.
3. “Ordinary,” Alex Warren
At No. 3, Alex Warren secures his first top-three entry with “Ordinary.” The pop ballad has resonated strongly on short-form video platforms, where its chorus has become a popular soundtrack for user-created content. Warren’s growing digital presence continues to translate into chart success.
2. “Golden,” Huntrx (From K-Pop Demon Hunters)
Huntrx earns a breakthrough hit as “Golden,” featured in K-Pop Demon Hunters, climbs to No. 2. The song’s cinematic production and choreography-driven performance clips have made it one of the year’s most viral K-pop releases. Its rise underscores the ongoing influence of K-pop in global music charts.
1. “The Fate of Ophelia,” Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift claims the top spot once again, as “The Fate of Ophelia” holds at No. 1. The dramatic, orchestral pop track has dominated streaming services since its debut and continues to lead in digital sales. The single’s success marks Swift’s latest addition to her extensive catalog of chart-topping hits, reinforcing her status as one of the most consistently powerful forces in contemporary music.