Taylor Swift Earns Two No. 1 Hits from Same Album for First Time Since 2014

The pop star's second single "Opalite" from "The Life of a Showgirl" reaches the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Taylor Swift has achieved a major milestone, earning two No. 1 hits from the same album for the first time since her 2014 album "1989". Her latest single "Opalite" from her 12th studio album "The Life of a Showgirl" has reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, joining her previous No. 1 hit from the same album. Swift expressed gratitude to her fans for helping make this happen, noting it's been nearly 12 years since she last accomplished this feat.

Why it matters

This achievement highlights Swift's continued commercial success and ability to dominate the music charts. Earning multiple No. 1 hits from the same album is an impressive feat that demonstrates her songwriting prowess and connection with her fanbase. It also marks a return to the level of chart-topping success she experienced with her acclaimed 2014 album "1989", further cementing her status as one of the biggest pop stars of her generation.

The details

"Opalite" is the second single released from Swift's 12th studio album "The Life of a Showgirl", which was released in October 2025. The song reached the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 this week, the first time Swift has had two No. 1 hits from the same album since her 2014 album "1989". In an Instagram post, Swift expressed her gratitude to fans for helping make this happen, noting it's been nearly 12 years since she last accomplished this milestone.

  • "Opalite" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 this week (February 23, 2026).
  • Swift's album "The Life of a Showgirl" was released in October 2025.

The players

Taylor Swift

A 36-year-old pop megastar known for her chart-topping albums and singles.

Max Martin

A 54-year-old Swedish music producer who has worked extensively with Taylor Swift.

Shellback

A Swedish record producer and songwriter who has collaborated with Taylor Swift.

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What they’re saying

“I know that's a lot of numbers but it all adds up to me being so thankful to the fans who helped make this happen by welcoming this song into your lives with open arms.”

— Taylor Swift (Instagram)

“Never in my life have I felt so myself. This is actually who I was meant to be.”

— Taylor Swift (Instagram)

The takeaway

Taylor Swift's continued ability to dominate the music charts and earn multiple No. 1 hits from the same album underscores her status as one of the biggest pop stars of her generation. This achievement highlights her songwriting prowess, connection with her fanbase, and sustained commercial success over the past decade.