Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" on the Billboard Hot 100

Brenda Lee's holiday classic "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" has achieved a significant
milestone by topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the first time in 65 years since its release in
1958. This achievement has rewritten multiple records as it tops the chart for the first time 65
years after its release. The song has been streamed nearly 35 million times between the Friday
after Thanksgiving and Thursday, and it has become the 1,161st No. 1 in the Hot 100's 65-year
archives .

Historical Significance

First Time at No. 1:

Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" has topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the
first time since its release in 1958, outperforming familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want
for Christmas Is You," which came in at No. 2 .

65 Years After Release:

The song has achieved this milestone 65 years after its 1958 release, making it a significant
achievement for Brenda Lee and the holiday classic itself .

Impact and Records

Streaming and Promotional Push:

The song's achievement follows a major promotional push from both Brenda Lee and her UMG
Nashville label, including a new music video, a new holiday EP, and a significant presence on social
media platforms like TikTok, all timed to the song's 65th birthday celebration this year .

Historical Records:

Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" has rewritten multiple records as it tops the
chart for the first time 65 years after its release, becoming the 1,161st No. 1 in the Hot 100's 65-
year archives .

Oldest Woman to Top the Billboard Hot 100:

At 78 years old, Brenda Lee has become the oldest woman to top the Billboard Hot 100 with this
achievement .
This achievement is a testament to the enduring popularity and impact of Brenda Lee's "Rockin'
Around the Christmas Tree," solidifying its status as a timeless holiday classic.