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Last updated on October 31, 2026, updated every month.
“505” by Arctic Monkeys, “Say Hello” by Deep Dish and “Heartbeat City” by The Cars each debut at number one in their respective genre charts.
The October 31 edition covers 29 genres, with three new entries from The Beautiful South and two from Jay-Z. See which tracks climbed, slipped or dropped out of the Top 20s.
Big Beat
The Chemical Brothers’ “Go” remains at number one, followed by Death In Vegas’ “Aisha,” Armand Van Helden’s “My My My,” Groove Armada’s “I See You Baby” and William Orbit’s “Barber’s Adagio For Strings.” Armand Van Helden’s “I Want Your Soul” rises from seventh to sixth. The Chemical Brothers’ “Believe” enters at number 20. Released in 2005, the song features Bloc Party vocalist Kele Okereke, combines electronic and rock elements, and has a music video directed by Dom and Nic.
2000s Garage Rock
Arctic Monkeys’ “505” enters directly at number one, replacing The White Stripes’ “I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself,” which falls to second. Babyshambles’ “Albion” remains third, while The Raconteurs’ “Steady As She Goes” falls from second to fourth. The Hives’ “Hate To Say I Told You So” moves from fourth to fifth. Black Rebel Motorcycle Club’s “Love Burns” remains sixth, followed by The White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army,” which falls from fifth to seventh.
Britpop
Mansun’s “Wide Open Space” remains at number one, followed by Babybird’s “You’re Gorgeous” and The Stone Roses’ “Sally Cinnamon.” Fat Les’ “Vindaloo” rises from fifth to fourth, exchanging places with Black Grape’s “Kelly’s Heroes.” Two songs enter the top 20: Cast’s “Walkaway” at number 19 and Shed Seven’s “Going For Gold” at number 20. Released in 1996, “Walkaway” was written by John Power and addresses leaving a damaging situation. “Going For Gold” concerns ambition and perseverance.
90s Sophisti-Pop
Sting’s “When We Dance” remains at number one, followed by Chris Rea’s “Nothing To Fear” and “Auberge.” Sting’s “Shape Of My Heart” retains fourth position, while Everything But The Girl’s “Missing” rises from sixth to fifth. Three songs enter the top 20, all by The Beautiful South: “Old Red Eyes Is Back” at number 17, “Perfect 10” at number 19 and “Good As Gold” at number 20. Released in 1998, “Perfect 10” addresses body image and romantic acceptance.
2010s R&B
Kendrick Lamar’s “All The Stars” remains at number one, followed by The Weeknd’s “Try Me” and Alicia Keys’ “Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart.” Nick Jonas’ “Jealous” rises from fifth to fourth, while ASAP Rocky’s “Everyday” falls to fifth. Khalid’s “Better” advances from eighth to sixth, and The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” rises from twelfth to tenth. Trey Songz’s “Heart Attack” moves from tenth to ninth. There are no new entries in the top 20.
Neo-Mellow
Gary Jules’ “Mad World” remains at number one, followed by Plain White T’s “Hey There Delilah,” which rises from third to second. Jason Mraz’s “I’m Yours” falls from second to third. Keane’s “Everybody’s Changing” and Jack Johnson’s “Sitting Waiting Wishing” retain fourth and fifth positions. Keane’s “Somewhere Only We Know” remains sixth, followed by KT Tunstall’s “Suddenly I See.” Vanessa Carlton’s “A Thousand Miles” rises from thirteenth to twelfth. There are no new entries in the top 20.
P0st-Disco
Loose Ends’ “Hangin’ On A String” remains at number one, followed by Incognito’s “Nights Over Egypt” and Rufus’ “Ain’t Nobody.” Shalamar’s “The Second Time Around” enters at number four. Released in 1979 on the album “Big Fun” and produced by Leon Sylvers III, the song addresses romantic second chances and reached number one on Billboard’s Hot Soul Singles chart. Jaki Graham’s “Round And Around” remains fifth, while Yarbrough’s “Don’t Stop The Music” falls from fourth to sixth.
Yacht Rock
Don Henley’s “The End Of The Innocence” remains at number one, followed by Christopher Cross’s “Arthur’s Theme” and Chicago’s “Hard To Say I’m Sorry.” Michael McDonald’s “I Keep Forgetting” and George Benson’s “In Your Eyes” retain fourth and fifth positions. Fleetwood Mac’s “Isn’t It Midnight” enters at number 17. Appearing on the 1987 album “Tango in the Night,” it features Christine McVie on vocals and was written with Lindsey Buckingham and Eddy Quintela. Fleetwood Mac’s “Hold Me” enters at number 20.
Diva House
Deep Dish’s “Say Hello” enters directly at number one, replacing Incognito’s “Nights Over Egypt,” which falls to second. CeCe Peniston’s “Keep On Walkin’” moves from second to third, followed by La Bouche’s “Sweet Dreams” and Rozalla’s “Everybody’s Free,” both down one position. Alison Limerick’s “Where Love Lives” falls from fifth to sixth. Corona’s “The Rhythm Of The Night” moves to seventh, while Cappella’s “Move It Up” reaches eighth. The remaining top-ten songs also fall one position.
Vintage Power Pop
The Cars’ “Heartbeat City” enters directly at number one, replacing Blondie’s “The Tide Is High,” which falls to second. XTC’s “Mayor Of Simpleton” remains third. Squeeze’s “Tempted” moves from second to fourth, followed by XTC’s “Generals And Majors” and Cheap Trick’s “The Flame,” both down one position. Todd Rundgren’s “Bang The Drum All Day” remains seventh, while Weezer’s “Island In The Sun” falls from sixth to eighth. The Cars’ “Drive” leaves the top 20.
Eurodance
Culture Beat’s “Anything” remains at number one, followed by Strike’s “U Sure Do” and Culture Beat’s “Take Me Away.” Dr. Alban’s “Away From Home” rises from seventh to fourth, while Culture Beat’s “Mr Vain” falls to fifth. ATC’s “All Around The World” moves from fifth to sixth. Magic Affair’s “In The Middle Of The Night” advances from eighteenth to eleventh. N-Trance’s “Set You Free” enters at number 15, replacing Cappella’s “Move It Up” in the top 20.
Heartland Rock
Aaron Neville’s “Don’t Know Much” enters directly at number one, replacing Don Henley’s “The End Of The Innocence,” which falls to second. Bryan Adams’ “Heaven” and “Here I Am” move to third and fourth, while Foreigner’s “I Don’t Want To Live Without You” remains fifth. Warren Zevon’s “Werewolves Of London” enters at number 18. Released in 1978, the song was written by Zevon, LeRoy Marinell and Waddy Wachtel, produced by Jackson Browne and Wachtel, and reached the Billboard Hot 100’s top 30.
New Jack Swing
Loose Ends’ “Hangin’ On A String” remains at number one, followed by Atlantic Starr’s “Always” and Foxy Brown’s “I’ll Be.” Shalamar’s “The Second Time Around” enters at number four, moving Jodeci’s “Cry For You” to fifth. Case’s “Touch Me, Tease Me” enters at number 14. Released in 1996, the song features Mary J. Blige and Foxy Brown, samples Schoolly D’s “P.S.K. (What Does It Mean?)” and appears in the film “The Nutty Professor.” Alexander O’Neal’s “Never Knew Love Like This” rises from tenth to eighth.
Post-Grunge
Candlebox’s “Far Behind” remains at number one, followed by Foo Fighters’ “DOA” and Matchbox Twenty’s “Real World.” Faith No More’s “Digging The Grave” and Chris Cornell’s “Billie Jean” retain fourth and fifth positions. Live’s “Selling The Drama” rises from ninth to eighth, while Korn’s “Twisted Transistor” falls from eighth to tenth. Staind’s “For You” enters at number 18. Released in 2001, the song addresses family conflict and alienation, with a music video directed by Nigel Dick.
Trip Hop
The Chemical Brothers’ “Go” remains at number one, followed by Death In Vegas’ “Aisha,” Zero 7’s “In The Waiting Line” and “Destiny.” Groove Armada’s “I See You Baby” rises from sixth to fifth. Björk’s “Hidden Place” advances from twelfth to sixth, while Roots Manuva’s “Witness (1 Hope)” falls from fifth to eighth. Tricky’s “Christiansands” enters at number 11. Everything But The Girl’s “I Don’t Want To Talk About It” rises from seventeenth to fourteenth.
80s New Wave Pop
The Cars’ “Heartbeat City” enters directly at number one, replacing Donna Summer’s “State Of Independence,” which falls to second. Donna Summer’s “She Works Hard For The Money” moves to third, followed by Cutting Crew’s “I’ve Been In Love Before” and Fine Young Cannibals’ “Johnny Come Home.” Richard Marx’s “Angelia” remains sixth. Level 42’s “Children Say” enters at number 17. Naked Eyes’ “Promises, Promises” rises from ninth to eighth, while Blondie’s “The Tide Is High” falls from eighth to eleventh.
Gangster Rap
Ja Rule’s “Down 4 U” remains at number one, followed by Panjabi MC’s “Beware” and Foxy Brown’s “I’ll Be.” Craig Mack’s “Get Down” and Space Jam’s “Hit’em High” retain fourth and fifth positions. Two Jay-Z songs enter the top 20: “Young Forever” at number seven and “03’ Bonnie & Clyde” at number 13. Fabolous’ “Breathe” falls from seventh to eighth, while Twista’s “Overnight Celebrity” moves from twelfth to sixteenth. 2Pac’s “Until The End Of Time” remains sixth.
80s Glam Metal
David Lee Roth’s “California Girls” remains at number one, followed by April Wine’s “Just Between You And Me,” Def Leppard’s “Animal” and Asia’s “Heat Of The Moment.” Foreigner’s “I Don’t Want To Live Without You” rises from sixth to fifth, exchanging places with Def Leppard’s “Rock Of Ages.” White Lion’s “Wait” remains seventh, followed by Foreigner’s “I Want To Know What Love Is” and Ratt’s “You’re In Love.” Dio’s “Rainbow In The Dark” advances from eleventh to tenth. There are no new entries.
90s Mellow Gold
Leo Sayer’s “When I Need You” remains at number one, followed by Paul McCartney’s “Hope Of Deliverance” and Elton John’s “Runaway Train.” Bee Gees’ “For Whom The Bell Tolls” rises from fifth to fourth, exchanging places with Bob Seger’s “Night Moves.” Bryan Adams’ “Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman?” remains sixth. Bonnie Raitt’s “Nick Of Time” advances from tenth to seventh. Paul McCartney’s “Young Boy” enters at number 20, replacing Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain” in the chart.
Old School Hip Hop
Newcleus’ “Jam On It” remains at number one, followed by LL Cool J’s “Loungin” and “The Boomin’ System.” Space Jam’s “Hit’em High” and BDP’s “Self Destruction” retain fourth and fifth positions. Two songs enter the top 20: Geto Boys’ “The World Is A Ghetto” at number 19 and Beastie Boys’ “Ch-Check It Out” at number 20. Released in 1996, “The World Is A Ghetto” addresses poverty and violence. Released in 2004, “Ch-Check It Out” features a music video directed by Adam Yauch.
Boy Bands Retro
All-4-One’s “I Can Love You Like That” remains at number one, followed by Backstreet Boys’ “Shape Of My Heart.” Jonas Brothers’ “Play My Music” rises from fifth to third, while All-4-One’s “I Swear” falls to fourth. NSYNC’s “I Want You Back” advances from thirteenth to sixth. Westlife’s “When You Tell Me That You Love Me,” featuring Diana Ross, enters at number 19. Released in 2005 on “Face to Face,” the duet was produced by Steve Mac and reached number two on the UK Singles Chart.
Indie Rock
Hot Chip’s “Ready For The Floor” remains at number one, followed by Sigur Rós’ “Hoppípolla” and LCD Soundsystem’s “Tribulations.” Fat Les’ “Vindaloo” and LCD Soundsystem’s “All My Friends” retain fourth and fifth positions. Fat Les’ “Jerusalem,” Gerry Cinnamon’s “Sometimes” and Franz Ferdinand’s “Take Me Out” remain sixth, seventh and eighth. Sleater-Kinney’s “You’re No Rock N Roll Fun” rises from sixteenth to eleventh. Zwan’s “Lyric” enters at number 19, replacing “Honestly” by the same band.
Girl Groups
t.A.T.u.’s “Friend Or Foe” remains at number one, followed by Jade’s “I Wanna Love You” and SWV’s “Can We.” No Angels’ “Daylight In Your Eyes” rises from fifth to fourth, while En Vogue’s “Giving Him Something He Can Feel” falls to fifth. Kut Klose’s “I Like” advances from ninth to seventh. Bananarama’s “A Trick Of The Night” enters at number 19, replacing En Vogue’s “Hold On” in the top 20. Cherish’s “Do It To It” falls from nineteenth to twentieth.
Pop Dance
Lost Frequencies’ “Reality” remains at number one, followed by Loud Luxury’s “Body” and Supermode’s “Tell Me Why.” Shakira’s “Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)” rises from fifth to fourth, while Fedde Le Grand’s “Put Your Hands Up For Detroit” advances from sixth to fifth. Avicii’s “My Feelings For You” falls from fourth to sixth. Avicii’s “Without You” moves from eleventh to tenth, and Sharam’s “PATT (Party All The Time)” rises from nineteenth to sixteenth. There are no new entries.
Neo Soul
Bob Marley’s “Turn Your Lights Down Low” remains at number one, followed by Aaliyah’s “If Your Girl Only Knew” and Les Nubians’ “Makeda.” Aaliyah’s “Hot Like Fire” and De La Soul’s “All Good?” retain fourth and fifth positions. Erick Sermon’s “Music,” SWV’s “Can We” and Jay-Z’s “Empire State Of Mind” remain sixth through eighth. Case’s “Touch Me, Tease Me” rises from twelfth to ninth, while Mary J. Blige’s “Family Affair” falls to tenth. There are no new entries in the top 20.
Art Rock
Kate Bush’s “Army Dreamers” remains at number one, followed by XTC’s “Mayor Of Simpleton” and Electric Light Orchestra’s “Twilight.” XTC’s “Generals And Majors” rises from fifth to fourth, while Todd Rundgren’s “Bang The Drum All Day” advances to fifth. Two songs enter the top 20: Spandau Ballet’s “Gold” at number 17 and Robert Plant’s “Burning Down One Side” at number 20. Released in 1983, “Gold” was written by Gary Kemp. Released in 1982, “Burning Down One Side” was Plant’s first solo single.
2010s Trap
Lil Wayne’s “She Will” remains at number one, followed by Kanye West’s “Runaway” and DJ Snake’s “Let Me Love You.” Jay-Z’s “On To The Next One” and Lil Wayne’s “Mona Lisa” retain fourth and fifth positions. Trey Songz’s “Heart Attack” rises from thirteenth to twelfth. Nicki Minaj’s “High School,” featuring Lil Wayne, enters at number 19. Released in 2013, the song was produced by Boi-1da and T-Minus, with a music video directed by Benny Boom.
Nu Metal
Candlebox’s “Far Behind” rises from second to number one, replacing Danzig’s “Mother,” which leaves the top 20. Ministry’s “N.W.O. (New World Order)” moves from third to second, followed by Faith No More’s “Digging The Grave” and Bullet For My Valentine’s “All These Things I Hate.” Anthrax’s “Black Lodge” reaches fifth. Linkin Park’s “Somewhere I Belong” enters at number 18. Released in 2003, the song addresses inner conflict and self-discovery, with a music video directed by Joseph Hahn.
Post-Punk
Talking Heads’ “This Must Be The Place” remains at number one, followed by The Go-Betweens’ “Streets Of Your Town.” XTC’s “Mayor Of Simpleton” rises from fourth to third, while The Smiths’ “There Is A Light That Never Goes Out” falls to fourth. New Order’s “Blue Monday ’88” enters at number 19. Released in 1988, the remix reached number three in the UK. The House Of Love’s “Shine On” enters at number 20. Written by Guy Chadwick, its 1990 version reached number 20 in the UK.
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