The Biggest Hits That Were Never No. 1

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10. Marshmello & Bastille, “Happier”
> Entered Hot 100: Sept. 1, 2018
> Peak position on Hot 100: #2 (for 1 week)
> Total weeks on Hot 100: 52

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9. Carrie Underwood, “Before He Cheats”
> Entered Hot 100: Sept. 16, 2006
> Peak position on Hot 100: #8 (for 1 week)
> Total weeks on Hot 100: 64

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8. Lady Antebellum, “Need You Now”
> Entered Hot 100: Aug. 29, 2009
> Peak position on Hot 100: #2 (for 2 weeks)
> Total weeks on Hot 100: 60

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7. Gabby Barrett featuring Charlie Puth, “I Hope”
> Entered Hot 100: Jan. 11, 2020
> Peak position on Hot 100: #3 (for 1 week)
> Total weeks on Hot 100: 62

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6. Ed Sheeran, “Bad Habits”
> Entered Hot 100: July 10, 2021
> Peak position on Hot 100: #2 (for 2 weeks)
> Total weeks on Hot 100: 56

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