The number 1 Hot 100 song of all time is "Blinding Lights" by The Weeknd.
This prestigious title is determined by Billboard's cumulative chart performance, encompassing songs that have appeared on the Hot 100 chart from its inception in 1958 through 2021. The ranking accounts for a song's total weeks on the chart, its peak position, and overall impact, with "Blinding Lights" ultimately surpassing other legendary hits to claim the top spot.
Top Songs on the Hot 100 All-Time Chart
Based on Billboard's comprehensive methodology tracking chart performance from 1958 to 2021, the songs that have achieved the highest cumulative success on the Hot 100 include:
| Rank | Single | Artist(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Blinding Lights" | The Weeknd |
| 2. | "The Twist" | Chubby Checker |
| 3. | "Smooth" | Santana featuring Rob Thomas |
| 4. | "Mack the Knife" | Bobby Darin |
The enduring success of these songs highlights their significant cultural impact and impressive longevity on the charts over decades.
