Beyonce bags first number one since 'Single Ladies'

This may come as a surprise to some, but Beyoncé has not had a number one single in America for nine years - until now. 

The Grammy Award-winning singer's 'Perfect' duet with Ed Sheeran is the number one song in America.

Beyoncé has had several hit singles over the past few years, including 'Formation', '7/11', 'Pretty Hurts', and 'Flawless'.

All 12-tracks from her critically acclaimed album, 'Lemonade', debuted on the Billboard Hot 100.

But none of her songs have made it to number one. 

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The Beyoncé 'Perfect' remix was released two weeks ago, and is climbing up the charts around the world.

The song has a few remixes, and another one on the way, but his collaboration with Queen B is a big hit with fans. 

It's currently number two on the Coca-Cola Top 40. Beyoncé's collaboration with J Balvin and Willy Williams on the 'Mi Gente Remix', is also in the Top 10.

'Perfect' is Ed's second number one single in America. He took to Instagram to share his excitement.

"Feels mad to say this, but I've had my second ever number one single in America, one at the start at the year, one at the end. What a year it's been. Thanks to Beyoncé for giving this new version a revamp, and thanks to everyone who's supporting it. You guys rule," he wrote. 

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