Taylor Swift’s “august” reached number 7 on a singles chart in the Philippines in 2022.
The song first appeared in 2020 as part of Folklore, but its popularity did not end with the album’s release. Each August, listeners return to the track, helping it reappear on streaming services and national charts.
In 2022, “august” entered several Southeast Asian charts, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Its peak in the Philippines was number 7, while its Indonesian peak was number 17 and its Vietnamese peak was number 85.
This resurgence is unusual because “august” was not initially released as a conventional lead single. Its recurring seasonal popularity is tied to its title, summer setting, and viral social-media use. It also later reached a new peak on the Billboard Global 200.