Langley, Ella (1999- )

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October 2, 2026 Jon Caramanica, Joe Coscarelli and Katie McCurdy

How Miranda Lambert Helped Ella Langley Make History with ‘Choosin’ Texas’

As her co-written song “Choosin’ Texas” continues to dominate, the country star returns with her most joyous album to date.

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September 22, 2026 Ben Sisario

Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Topples Mariah Carey’s Chart Record

The country ballad holds the No. 1 spot on the Billboard chart for a 23rd nonconsecutive week, besting the record set by “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”

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September 13, 2026 Matthew Schmitz

Ella Langley. ‘Landman.’ The Rural Vibe Shift Is Real.

Social marginalization means something different today.

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September 4, 2026 Sasha von Oldershausen and Emily Cochrane

The Hit Song ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Hits a Nerve: Is Texas the South?

Ella Langley’s smash has become an anthem in Austin, a singalong in Nashville and a case study in how the Texas brand travels.

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August 31, 2026 Ben Sisario

Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Breaks Record With 20th Week at No. 1

The singer-songwriter set the record for a non-holiday song, topping the Hot 100 in a week that saw country hits dominate and Dolly Parton’s return.