Hits

Song or record achieving significant commercial success.

chart-topping track popular song

In music, a hit refers to a song or record that achieves significant commercial success and widespread popularity.

The term 'hit' in music comes from the idea of a song achieving great success, similar to hitting a target.

A 'hit' is a song or record that becomes very popular and sells lots of copies, like when people play it on the radio all the time.

The term 'hit' in music comes from the slang meaning of something successful or effective
Billboard magazine started tracking hits in 1958
Some songs become international hits, topping charts in multiple countries

Popular music

Chart-topper Number one single

Music industry Billboard charts

commercial success entertainment industry popular music