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Have you ever wondered how certain songs seem to dominate the airwaves, how new artists suddenly blow up, or why that one song seems to follow you everywhere you go? A lot of that ties back to what’s on the Hot 100. Today, we’ll break down the history, evolution, and inner workings of the chart that shapes the soundtrack of our lives.