Ariana Grande ties Taylor Swift for most Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 debuts among female artists

Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift are now tied for the most Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 debuts among female artists, each with seven. Grande expressed surprise at this news in a TikTok video shared by MTV UK on November 22. Grande achieved her seventh No. 1 debut in March with "We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)." Swift's most recent debut was with "Fortnight" featuring Post Malone. Drake holds the record for the most No. 1 debuts overall, with nine. Both artists are experiencing significant career moments. Grande's film "Wicked" premiered on November 22, while Swift is nearing the end of her two-year Eras Tour. Despite limited interactions, they have shown mutual respect over the years.