Thomas Rhett has officially matched Keith Urban‘s impressive benchmark of 24 number one hits on the country music charts, cementing his status as one of the genre’s most consistent hitmakers. The milestone was achieved with his latest single, “After All The Bars Are Closed,” marking a significant achievement in his decade-long career that began with his first chart-topper “It Goes Like This” in 2013.
Rhett’s journey to this record has been remarkably efficient, having released just 28 singles total, including five as a featured artist, with 24 reaching the coveted number one position. This impressive ratio underscores his powerful connection with country radio and listeners alike.
With 24 chart-toppers from just 28 singles released, Rhett’s dominance on country radio is nothing short of extraordinary.
The achievement places him alongside Urban, who has long been recognized for his distinctive vocals and ability to blend traditional country elements with contemporary rock influences.
The son of country singer Rhett Akins, Thomas Rhett has built his reputation through both commercial success and songwriting prowess. His 2015 hit “Die a Happy Man” stands as his most enduring success, maintaining the number one position on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart for an unprecedented 17 weeks and eventually earning 5x Platinum certification. This powerful love song, co-written by Rhett with Joe London and Sean Douglas, became a defining moment in his career.
The personal love song, written for his wife, demonstrated Rhett’s ability to connect emotionally with audiences. His success demonstrates how personal branding and authentic storytelling can create a lasting impression in the music industry.
Throughout his career spanning five studio albums, Rhett has continuously evolved his sound while maintaining chart dominance. His collaborations have further expanded his reach, with notable number ones including “Beer Can’t Fix” featuring Jon Pardi and the star-studded “Be A Light,” which ironically featured Keith Urban himself alongside Reba McEntire. Beyond his streaming success, Rhett has diversified his income through sync deals that place his music in commercials and visual media.
Industry recognition has followed Rhett’s commercial success, with USA Today nicknaming him the “Prince of Country Music” due to his rapid accumulation of chart-toppers.
Billboard ranked him as the 12th Top Country Artist of the 2010s, further validating his significant impact on the genre. With 4.5 million certified albums and 40 million certified singles in the US alone, Rhett’s achievement equals Urban’s record while establishing his own distinctive legacy in country music. His consistent chart performance over the years has earned him a place among the top country artists of his generation.
