Sam Fender's Song Becomes 2020s UK Chart King

Sam Fender's track "Rein Me In," a collaboration with Olivia Dean, has made history on the U.K.'s Official Singles Chart. The song has now accumulated 15 weeks at the number one position, establishing it as the longest-running No. 1 single of the 2020s decade. This achievement surpasses previous records and places it in elite company. "Rein Me In" is now level with Drake's "One Dance" for the longest-running No. 1 in the 21st century. The song also matches Wet Wet Wet's "Love is All Around" for the longest-running British No. 1 of all time. The song's journey to the top began with its inclusion as an album deep cut, later gaining prominence through live performances. The partnership between Fender and Dean has been central to its success, with Dean providing vocals on a new verse for the track. Their joint performance at Sam Fender's London Stadium show in June 2025 was a significant moment, occurring midway through the rollout of Fender's Mercury Prize-winning album "People Watching." This performance was his largest headline show to date. The song's critical acclaim was further cemented when it won the BRIT Award for Song of the Year, a prize decided by public vote, in February of last year. Dean and Fender accepted the award in Manchester. A subsequent live performance by the pair occurred in May at London's O2 Arena, marking only the second time they had performed the song live together. This success story highlights a significant turnaround for British acts on the global music stage.