In recent years, the Billboard Hot 100 has spotlighted several groundbreaking female artists who achieved the ultimate career milestone: debuting a song at number one. A feat reserved for the most anticipated releases, this rare accomplishment reflects immense fan support and strategic promotion. As of June 2025, only 18 songs by female solo artists have debuted at the summit of the Hot 100 in the past 10 years—an average of fewer than two per year. The latest is Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia,” which became her second chart-topping hit.
Here’s a closer look at every female solo song that debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100 since 2015:
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1. “Hello” – Adele (2015)
2. “Thank U, Next” – Ariana Grande (2018)
3. “7 Rings” – Ariana Grande (2019)
4. “Cardigan” – Taylor Swift (2020)
5. “Positions” – Ariana Grande (2020)
6. “Willow” – Taylor Swift (2020)
7. “Drivers License” – Olivia Rodrigo (2021)
8. “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version)” – Taylor Swift (2021)
9. “Super Freaky Girl” – Nicki Minaj (2022)
10. “Anti‑Hero” – Taylor Swift (2022)
11. “Flowers” – Miley Cyrus (2023)
12. “Vampire” – Olivia Rodrigo (2023)
13. “Is It Over Now (Taylor’s Version)” – Taylor Swift (2023)
14. “Yes, And?” – Ariana Grande (2024)
15. “Hiss” – Megan Thee Stallion (2024)
16. “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait For Your Love)” – Ariana Grande (2024)
17. “Manchild” – Sabrina Carpenter (2025)
18. “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift (2025)
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