Taylor Swift's 'I Knew It, I Knew You' Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
The superstar scores her 15th Hot 100 No. 1 with her new Toy Story 5 single.
June 15, 2026
Taylor Swift's 'I Knew It, I Knew You' has officially debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking her 15th career leader. This achievement is particularly notable as Swift breaks a tie with Drake and Rihanna, securing the third-most No. 1s in the Hot 100's history, just behind The Beatles and Mariah Carey.
The song, inspired by the cowgirl heroine Jessie from Toy Story 5, is also Swift's ninth No. 1 Hot 100 debut, surpassing Ariana Grande's record among women. Additionally, it's her 70th top 10, extending her record for the most by a woman artist.
'I Knew It, I Knew You' is the third Hot 100 No. 1 from an animated Disney film and the first from Pixar, following 'We Don't Talk About Bruno' from Encanto and 'A Whole New World' from Aladdin. The song's success is further highlighted by its concurrent debut at No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart, marking Swift's 10th leader in this category.
This achievement is a testament to Swift's enduring popularity and her ability to consistently produce chart-topping hits. Her collaboration with Jack Antonoff on 'I Knew It, I Knew You' showcases her songwriting prowess, as she has now cowritten all 15 of her Hot 100 No. 1s and coproduced nine.
Swift's dominance in the music industry is further emphasized by her induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, making her the youngest inductee and tying her for the seventh-most Hot 100 No. 1s among writers. Antonoff, her frequent collaborator, has also achieved chart-topping success with Swift, earning his 11th Hot 100 No. 1 as both a writer and producer.
In conclusion, Taylor Swift's 'I Knew It, I Knew You' is a remarkable achievement, solidifying her status as one of the most successful and influential artists in the music industry. Her ability to consistently produce chart-topping hits and her collaboration with talented writers and producers like Jack Antonoff are a testament to her artistic vision and dedication to her craft.
