Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” dominates trader sentiment for CMA Song of the Year 2026, fueled by its record 24-week run at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earlier ACM Song of the Year and Single of the Year wins. The track’s sustained streaming dominance, cultural reach—including high-profile video cameos and endorsements from figures like Luke Grimes—and Langley’s nine leading CMA nominations create strong momentum for the co-write with Miranda Lambert. Other nominees, including Langley’s own “Be Her,” Megan Moroney’s “Beautiful Things,” Kacey Musgraves’ “Dry Spell,” and Stephen Wilson Jr.’s “Gary,” trail amid the frontrunner’s chart and awards narrative. The November 18 ceremony remains the key upcoming resolution point.