51 number 1 hits in the Coutry music charts before 2000 counts as no number 1 hits in the National charts (still). George Strait's highest peak was 23 in 2002 with "She'll Leave You With A Smile", he has not had a top 20 hit, let alone a number 1. read more
The Beatles had 20 #1 hits, Elvis had 17-18 depending on the source, Johnny Cash didn't have any. However, of all time, here's the top ten of singers with #1 hits (Beatles not including since they are a group): 1. Bing Crosby: 41 #1 hits 2. Paul Whiteman Orchestra: 32 #1 hits 3. Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians: 32 #1 hits 4. read more