By Hugh McIntyre, Senior Contributor

Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’s captivating duet, “Die With a Smile,” has officially marked its 46th week on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, a significant achievement as it surpasses the iconic track “Shallow” in terms of longevity. This milestone makes “Die With a Smile” Gaga’s second-longest-charting single, as it continues to solidify her status as a powerhouse in the music industry.

Recently captured at Netflix's 'Maestro' Los Angeles Photo Call on December 12, 2023, Gaga’s presence at such events highlights her ongoing commitment to her artistic endeavors, both in music and film. As “Die With a Smile” inches closer to its first anniversary on the Hot 100, it further establishes its place in the competitive landscape of contemporary music.

This week, the song has dipped slightly to No. 9 on the Hot 100, but its position still reflects its immense popularity. With this latest ranking, “Die With a Smile” breaks free from a tie with “Shallow,” which features Bradley Cooper, effectively pushing it down to third place. “Shallow,” a powerful ballad that captured the hearts of listeners around the world, previously enjoyed a 45-week run on the chart.

Gaga’s record for the longest-charting single remains with “Just Dance,” a groundbreaking track that introduced her to millions and showcased the rise of electronic dance-pop in the American music scene. “Just Dance,” featuring Colby O’Donis, held its position on the Hot 100 for an impressive 49 weeks, but “Die With a Smile” is showing no signs of slowing down.

The Billboard Hot 100 is meticulously curated each week, with its rankings based on a combination of sales data, streaming activity, and radio airplay, making it a comprehensive reflection of what American listeners are embracing. Currently, “Die With a Smile” ranks No. 3 on the Radio Songs chart, No. 20 on the Digital Song Sales chart, and No. 21 on the Streaming Songs chart. These figures indicate a sustained interest in this nostalgic collaboration, resonating with a vast audience across the country.

In addition to its impressive rankings, the duet has also achieved remarkable success on various pop radio charts, maintaining a position within the top 10 on Pop Airplay, Adult Contemporary, and Adult Pop Airplay rankings. This consistent performance across multiple platforms suggests that “Die With a Smile” will continue to thrive as one of Gaga’s standout hits.