NEW YORK — Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” topped the Billboard Hot 100 dated Dec. 6, 2025, leading a chart shaped by a mix of new pop releases and the annual return of holiday staples.
At No. 10, Swift also appeared with “Opalite,” giving the superstar a second presence in the top tier. The track continued its steady radio and streaming climb, reflecting sustained fan interest weeks after its release.
Leon Thomas held the No. 9 spot with “MUTT,” maintaining strong momentum through streaming platforms and rhythmic radio formats, where the song has become a fixture in recurrent rotation.
Holiday music surged again at No. 8, where Bobby Helms’ 1957 classic “Jingle Bell Rock” returned to the top 10, fueled largely by seasonal playlists and increased retail and public-space airplay.
At No. 7, Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” continued its perennial resurgence, underscoring the enduring commercial power of vintage Christmas recordings in the streaming era.
Wham!’s “Last Christmas” rose to No. 6, benefiting from heavy on-demand streaming and strong digital sales, as listeners leaned into familiar seasonal favorites.
Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” placed at No. 5, once again proving its annual dominance more than three decades after its original release, driven by radio saturation and a sharp uptick in playlist placements.
Olivia Dean’s “Man I Need” ranked No. 4, marking one of the strongest performances of her career on the Hot 100 and highlighting her growing crossover appeal in both streaming and adult contemporary formats.
At No. 3, Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” continued its rapid ascent, supported by viral traction on short-form video platforms and consistent gains in digital downloads.
Huntrx landed at No. 2 with “Golden (From K-Pop Demon Hunters),” a soundtrack standout that benefited from the global popularity of the animated film and strong international streaming support.
Swift claimed the chart’s top position with “The Fate of Ophelia,” marking another major chart milestone as the track combined high-volume streaming, robust sales and multi-format radio airplay to secure the No. 1 spot amid heavy seasonal competition.