Singer-songwriter tobyMac Achieves 11th No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian AC Airplay Chart
tobyMac, the talented singer-songwriter from Fairfax, Va., has reached a milestone in his career by securing his 11th No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian AC Airplay chart with his latest hit, “Nothin’ Sweeter.” The song has climbed to the top of the Oct. 12-dated ranking, experiencing a 6% increase in plays from Sept. 27 to Oct. 3, as reported by Luminate.
tobyMac’s Musical Journey
With co-writers Benji Cowart and Jordan Mohilowski, tobyMac has crafted a compelling track that serves as the first single from his upcoming album. “Nothin’ Sweeter” marks tobyMac’s 29th Christian AC Airplay top 10 hit, following the success of his previous singles like “Faithfully” and “Christmas Is Different.” His musical career dates back to May 2005 when he first entered the charts, eventually achieving his first top 10 with “Made for Love” in April 2007 and his first No. 1 with “City on Our Knees” in November 2009.
tobyMac’s Chart Success
With 11 Christian AC Airplay No. 1s under his belt, tobyMac now ties with King + Country for the fourth-most chart-topping hits since the list’s inception in 2003. Leading the pack are MercyMe with 20 No. 1s, followed by Jeremy Camp and Casting Crowns, each with 13.
Latrice Pace Makes Waves on Gospel Airplay Chart
Latrice Pace, hailing from Atlanta, achieves her first No. 1 on Billboard’s Gospel Airplay chart with her uplifting track, “It’s Morning,” which has risen two spots to claim the top position. The song, solely written by Pace, saw a 15% increase in plays during the tracking week.
“It’s Morning” stands out as the first rookie single to dominate Gospel Airplay this year, following in the footsteps of Angel Taylor’s “Speak,” which led for a week in December 2023.
The Anointed Pace Sisters’ Musical Legacy
Latrice Pace is not only a solo artist but also a member of the gospel group, the Anointed Pace Sisters. The group has achieved notable success on the charts, with hits like “High Praise,” reaching No. 6 on Gospel Airplay in 2007. Additionally, the Anointed Pace Sisters have secured two top 10 spots on Top Gospel Albums with “Access Granted” (No. 5, 2009) and their debut entry, “U Know” (No. 2, 1993).
FAQs
Q: How many No. 1 hits has tobyMac achieved on the Christian AC Airplay chart?
A: tobyMac has secured 11 No. 1 hits on Billboard’s Christian AC Airplay chart, solidifying his position as a chart-topping artist in the Christian music genre.
Q: Who wrote the hit song “It’s Morning” that topped the Gospel Airplay chart?
A: “It’s Morning” was solely written by Latrice Pace, the talented artist from Atlanta, marking her first No. 1 on Billboard’s Gospel Airplay chart.
Q: How many top 10 hits has the Anointed Pace Sisters achieved on the Gospel Airplay chart?
A: The Anointed Pace Sisters have scored one top 10 hit on the Gospel Airplay chart with “High Praise,” reaching No. 6 in 2007, showcasing their musical prowess in the gospel music scene.
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