Hitmaker Charlie Handsome has reclaimed his position at No. 1 on MusicRow’s Top Songwriter Chart as of October 6, 2025, further cementing his extraordinary dominance in Nashville’s competitive songwriting landscape.
This latest achievement follows an impressive run where Handsome maintained the top spot for six consecutive weeks in mid-2025, before extending that streak to 14 consecutive weeks by September, an unprecedented demonstration of sustained success in the chart’s history.
MusicRow’s proprietary songwriter chart, the only one of its kind in the industry, employs a unique algorithm that analyzes song activity across airplay, downloads, and streaming platforms.
Handsome’s chart dominance stems from his prolific output of hits including “Hell At Night,” “Holy Water,” and the Post Malone collaboration “I Ain’t Comin’ Back.”
Charlie Handsome’s unrivaled chart success reflects his hit-making prowess across multiple collaborations, including the standout Post Malone track.
Additional significant contributions to his point total include tracks like “I Got Better,” “I’m The Problem,” and “Miami,” many of which feature Morgan Wallen.
The competitive nature of the chart is evident in the consistent presence of rivals like Riley Green, who has maintained either the No. 2 or No. 3 position behind Handsome throughout much of 2025.
Other regular top-five contenders include Chase McGill, Blake Pendergrass, and Morgan Wallen, who serves as both competitor and frequent collaborator.
Industry insiders note that Handsome’s ability to maintain his position reflects both his versatility as a writer and his strategic industry relationships.
His collaborations with BigXthaPlug and Marshmello have further diversified his portfolio and expanded his reach across multiple genres.
His consistent placement of multiple songs simultaneously on the charts has created a points accumulation that other songwriters struggle to match.
The weekly MusicRow chart has become an essential industry tool for measuring songwriter success, providing unique insights into market preferences from a commercial impact perspective rather than solely artist performance.
Beyond chart success, Handsome has strategically diversified his income through sync deals that place his compositions in television shows, films, and commercials.
Handsome has also embraced modern distribution channels, utilizing playlist pitching strategies across major streaming platforms to maximize exposure for his compositions.
Among his current cuts contributing to his chart success are popular tracks like Don’t We and Genesis, which continue to receive significant airplay across platforms.
As 2025 continues, all eyes remain on Handsome to see if he can extend his remarkable run at the summit of what many now describe as “MusicRow’s Most Competitive Songwriter Chart.”
