Which Billboard chart did Taylor Swift’s “august” remain on for 20 weeks?

Taylor Swift’s “august” remained on Billboard’s Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart for 20 weeks.

The chart tracks songs across rock and alternative styles using a combination of activity measures. “august” debuted and peaked at number five there, giving the song a notable presence on a genre chart despite its pop audience.

This chart is distinct from the Billboard Hot 100, which ranks songs across the broader US market. “august” also reached number 23 on the Hot 100, but that was a separate chart result and should not be substituted for its Hot Rock & Alternative Songs run.

The song’s classification reflects its layered production: dream-pop textures, guitar-pop elements, soft-rock arrangements, strings, keyboards, and prominent reverb. Its genre-spanning sound helped it connect with listeners beyond conventional pop playlists.