Taylor Swift Ties Rihanna for Most Pop Airplay Chart Top 10s with 'Patient Zero'

Billboard · 2026-10-27
Taylor Swift Ties Rihanna for Most Pop Airplay Chart Top 10s with 'Patient Zero'

Taylor Swift has tied Rihanna for the most top 10 hits on Billboard's Pop Airplay chart, as her latest single 'Patient Zero' enters the top tier. Both artists now have 30 top 10s on the chart, which tracks radio airplay on mainstream pop stations. Swift's achievement underscores her continued dominance across multiple formats, while Rihanna's long-standing record reflects her enduring influence despite not releasing a full album since 2016. The tie highlights how Swift's prolific output and radio-friendly sound have accelerated her climb up the all-time list. For fans and industry watchers, this milestone signals that Swift is on track to surpass Rihanna's mark with future releases, potentially cementing her as the most successful pop radio artist in history. The competition between these two global icons illustrates the shifting landscape of pop music, where streaming and radio remain key drivers of chart success. As Swift continues to promote 'Patient Zero' and her broader catalog, the race for the top spot may soon be decided.