Taylor Swift has officially secured her 14th career No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with her latest single, “Opalite,” marking a significant milestone in the The Life of a Showgirl era. As of 24 February 2026, the track has ascended to the top spot after a four-month climb, tying Swift with Rihanna for the third-most No. 1 hits in the history of the chart.
The achievement was bolstered by a massive 300% surge in sales over the past week, following the release of a high-profile music video and a Chris Lake remix. Swift celebrated the news on Monday by sharing a series of behind-the-scenes (BTS) clips on Instagram, featuring makeup-free studio sessions with producer Shellback and glimpses into the 90s rom-com-inspired production of the video.
Chart Performance and Impact
According to data from Luminate, “Opalite” drew 11.4 million official streams and sold 168,000 copies in the U.S. during the tracking week of 13–19 February. The song is the second track from her 2025 album, The Life of a Showgirl, to reach the summit, following the success of “The Fate of Ophelia.”
| Metric | Latest Statistics |
|---|---|
| Billboard Hot 100 Position | No. 1 |
| Weekly Sales Growth | 300% Increase |
| Total Career No. 1s | 14 (Tied for 3rd All-Time) |
| Radio Songs Ranking | No. 7 |
The “Opalite” Music Video
Released on 6 February 2026, the music video has become a viral sensation for its playful aesthetic and star-studded cameos. The production features appearances by Domhnall Gleeson, Graham Norton, and Lewis Capaldi, as well as a 71-year-old dancer from Wrexham, Denise Sides, who was selected from hundreds of applicants.
Fans have noted the “Easter eggs” within the video, including a mint-green sweater and curly hair styling that many interpret as a nod to Swift’s 2006 debut era. Public interest has even extended to baby name trends, with Nameberry predicting a rise in “Showgirl” inspired names like Ophelia and Opalite (or the shortened “Opal”) following the album’s cultural dominance.
The Life of a Showgirl Era
This era represents Swift’s first original studio work since 2024, continuing her partnership with Republic Records. Critics have praised the album’s ranking among her discography, with Paste Magazine and Grammy.com highlighting its evolution from her previous synth-pop and folk-leaning projects. With “Opalite” reaching No. 1, Swift continues to solidify her status as one of the best-selling global artists, with her total sales figures across all formats reaching record-breaking heights in early 2026.