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| Single by Zach Bryan featuring Kacey Musgraves | ||||
| from the album Zach Bryan | ||||
| Released | September 8, 2023 | |||
| Genre | Country | |||
| Length | 3:47 | |||
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| Producer | Zach Bryan | |||
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"I Remember Everything" is a song by American singer Zach Bryan featuring country music artist Kacey Musgraves. It appeared as track eleven on his fourth studio album Zach Bryan, released on August 25, 2023, and was sent to radio airplay in Italy on September 8, as the lead single from the album.
At the 66th Annual Grammy Awards the song was nominated for Best Country Song and Best Country Duo/Group Performance, winning the latter. Commercially the song debuted at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming both Bryan's and Musgraves's first number-one song. It became the first song to top the Hot 100, Hot Country Songs and Hot Rock & Alternative Songs charts simultaneously. The song also reached the top ten in Canada, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
Background
[edit]While putting finishing touches on the song, Bryan shared the title and a short preview on June 14, 2023.[1] Initial confusion sparked by the title of a John Prine ballad of the same name led Bryan to explain that he wanted to change the song title at first but ultimately went with it as is since a change did not "sit right" with him.[2] He played an acoustic rendition of the track on his Instagram on July 25.[3]
Composition
[edit]"I Remember Everything", a "sparse ballad"[4] about "love and life", reflects a conversation between a man and a woman who used to love each other. While the protagonists were widely noted as being in a relationship, the song could as well talk about a "past summer beach romance" in an "'88 Ford", as suggested by Rolling Stone.[2] The couple in question reaffirms the authenticity of their past feelings and experiences through their lyrics. The couple shares "tragically different perspectives" on alcohol and its role throughout their relationship.[5] While Bryan reminisces on the upside of their relationship, Musgraves recalls more negative connotations, accusing him of not being the man he once swore to be.[6] Accompanied by just an acoustic guitar and a set of strings towards the end, Bryan croons "painstakingly simple yet poetic" lines that Musgraves opposes as his counterpart.[4] Their energy on the track together was described as "a gale", combining Musgraves' signature elements of "yearning" and Bryan's "reputation on strong songwriting".[7]
Accolades
[edit]| Year | Ceremony | Award | Ref. | |
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| 2023 | Billboard Music Awards | Top Rock Song | Nominated | [8] |
| 2024 | Grammy Awards | Best Country Song | Nominated | [9] |
| Best Country Duo/Group Performance | Won | |||
| People's Choice Awards | The Collaboration Song of the Year | Nominated | [10] | |
| Academy of Country Music Awards | Music Event of the Year | Nominated | ||
| People's Choice Country Awards | The Song of 2024 | Nominated | [9] | |
| The Collaboration Song of 2024 | Won |
Commercial success
[edit]United States
[edit]The song was a groundbreaking success and marked several historical achievements.[11] After its first week of sales debuted at number one of the Billboard Hot 100 with 33.7 million streams, 263.000 airplay audience and sold 10,000 downloads, becoming both Bryan and Musgraves' first number one song on the chart and the 70th one to debut at number one in the chart history.[12][13] The song also debuted at number one on the Streaming Songs chart and peaked at four on Digital Song Sales.[14]
The song become the first to top the Hot 100, Hot Country Songs and Hot Rock & Alternative Songs charts simultaneously since the chart were published.[14] As of February 26, 2024 the song had remained at the top of the Hot Rock & Alternative chart for 26 consecutive weeks;[15] it is also the 25th song to have topped both the Hot 100 and Hot Country Songs.[14] Despite its commercial success, the song received only moderate radio airplay reaching 26 on the Country Airplay chart and 30 on the Pop Airplay chart.
International
[edit]In Canada "I Remember Everything" debuted at number two on the Canadian Hot 100, becoming both Bryan and Musgraves' first top ten song on the chart.[16] The song also peaked at number sixteen on the Canada Country chart, "I Remember Everything" marked Bryan's second entry and Musgraves' seventh in the rankings, as well as the highest placement for both artists.[17]
In the United Kingdom the song debuted at number fifty-six on the Official Singles Chart, becoming Musgraves' first appearance on the chart and Bryan's second entry.[18][19] "I Remember Everything" peaked at number fourteen on the chart on week ending on January 18, 2024.[20] In Ireland the song peaked at number five on the Irish Singles Chart, becoming both artist highest placement on the chart.[21]
"I Remember Everything" debuted at number nineteen on the ARIA Singles Chart, becoming Musgraves' first appearance on the chart.[22] The song peaked on the chart at six on the week ending on October 20, 2023, giving Bryan two simultaneously top ten songs charting with "Something in the Orange".[23]
Charts
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Weekly charts[edit]
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Year-end charts[edit]
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Certifications
[edit]| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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| Australia (ARIA)[53] | Platinum | 70,000‡ |
| Canada (Music Canada)[54] | 9× Platinum | 720,000‡ |
| Denmark (IFPI Danmark)[55] | Gold | 45,000‡ |
| New Zealand (RMNZ)[56] | 4× Platinum | 120,000‡ |
| United Kingdom (BPI)[57] | Platinum | 600,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[58] | 9× Platinum | 9,000,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
Release history
[edit]| Region | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
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| Italy | September 8, 2023 | Radio airplay | Warner | [59] |
| United States | September 11, 2023 | Country radio | [60] |
References
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- ^ Young, Casey (July 25, 2023). "Zach Bryan Teases New Song "I Remember Everything," And I Really Hope It Makes The Next Album". Whiskeyriff. Retrieved August 28, 2023.
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- ^ Siroky, Mary (August 26, 2023). "Song of the Week: The Late Summer Melancholy of Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves' "I Remember Everything"". Consequence. Retrieved August 28, 2023.
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- ^ a b "Grammy Nominations 2024: See the Full List Here". Pitchfork. November 10, 2023. Retrieved November 12, 2023.
- ^ Pedersen, Erik (January 11, 2024). "People's Choice Awards Reveals Film, TV & Music Nominees; Simu Liu To Host". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 14, 2024.
- ^ Murray, Conor (September 5, 2023). "'I Remember Everything' Is Fourth Country Song In A Row To Top Billboard Hot 100 As The Genre Continues To Break Records". Forbes. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
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- ^ Billboard Staff (February 5, 2024). "Here Are All the Hits That Have Debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
- ^ a b c Trust, Gary (September 5, 2023). "Zach Bryan & Kacey Musgraves' 'I Remember Everything' Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved September 5, 2023.
- ^ Trust, Gary (February 20, 2024). "Jack Harlow's 'Lovin on Me' Adds Sixth Week Atop Hot 100, Beyoncé Leads New Top 10s". Billboard. Archived from the original on February 20, 2024. Retrieved February 20, 2024.
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- ^ "Canada Country Week September 3, 2023". Billboard. Retrieved March 5, 2024.
- ^ "Kacey Musgraves Official Chart History". Official Charts Company. Retrieved March 5, 2024.
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- ^ "Official Irish Singles Charton 20/10/2023". Official Charts Company. Retrieved March 5, 2024.
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- ^ Brandle, Lars (October 20, 2023). "Troye Sivan Debuts at No. 1 In Australia With 'Something To Give Each Other'". Billboard. Retrieved March 4, 2024.
- ^ "ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. October 23, 2023. Retrieved October 20, 2023.
- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved September 6, 2023.
- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Canada Country)". Billboard. Retrieved March 5, 2024.
- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Global 200)". Billboard. Retrieved September 6, 2023.
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- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Hot Rock & Alternative Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved September 6, 2023.
- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Pop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved January 28, 2024.
- ^ "ARIA Top 100 Singles Chart for 2023". Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved January 12, 2024.
- ^ "Canadian Hot 100 – Year-End 2023". Billboard. Retrieved November 22, 2023.
- ^ "Hot 100 Songs – Year-End 2023". Billboard. Retrieved November 22, 2023.
- ^ "Hot Country Songs – Year-End 2023". Billboard. Retrieved November 22, 2023.
- ^ "Hot Rock & Alternative Songs – Year-End 2023". Billboard. Retrieved December 4, 2023.
- ^ "ARIA Top 100 Singles Chart for 2024". Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
- ^ "Canadian Hot 100 – Year-End 2024". Billboard. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
- ^ "Billboard Global 200 – Year-End 2024". Billboard. Retrieved December 13, 2024.
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- ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2023 Singles" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved November 11, 2023.
- ^ "Canadian single certifications – Zach Bryan – I Remember Everything". Music Canada. Retrieved November 4, 2024.
- ^ "Danish single certifications – Zach Bryan feat. Kacey Musgraves – I Remember Everything". IFPI Danmark. Retrieved June 14, 2025.
- ^ "New Zealand single certifications – Zach Bryan feat. Kacey Musgraves – I Remember Everything". Radioscope. Retrieved August 28, 2025. Type I Remember Everything in the "Search:" field.
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I Remember Everything
View on GrokipediaBackground and development
Background
Zach Bryan rose to prominence in the country music scene through a series of self-released albums that showcased his raw, introspective songwriting style. His debut album, DeAnn, arrived in 2019, named after his late mother and recorded in a Florida Airbnb with friends, gaining traction through organic streaming and social media buzz. This was followed by the 2020 release of Elisabeth, another independent effort that further solidified his grassroots following with its blend of folk and country influences. Bryan's breakthrough came with his major label debut, American Heartbreak, issued on May 20, 2022, via Warner Records—a expansive 34-track project that debuted at No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart and No. 5 on the Billboard 200, marking his transition from indie artist to mainstream contender without heavy promotional support.[11][12][13] "I Remember Everything" serves as the 11th track on Bryan's self-titled fourth studio album, Zach Bryan, which was released on August 25, 2023, through Belting Bronco Records and Warner Records. The album, self-produced by Bryan, features 16 tracks drawn from his ongoing songwriting during 2022 and 2023, reflecting a more concise approach compared to the sprawling American Heartbreak. The song emerged from these sessions, where Bryan explored deeply personal themes of heartbreak and lingering memory, inspired by his own experiences following the end of his first marriage.[14][9][3] To capture the dual viewpoints in the song's narrative of a fractured relationship, Bryan opted for a duet format, co-writing and featuring Kacey Musgraves to provide the contrasting female perspective on shared regrets and unresolved pain. This choice highlighted the song's structure, with each artist delivering a verse that alternates between the ex-partners' recollections of a faded romance. Musgraves, fresh from her own divorce, brought a complementary vulnerability to the track, aligning with Bryan's vision for an authentic emotional exchange.[15][4][3]Development and writing
"I Remember Everything" was co-written by Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves, with the lyrics centering on a tumultuous relationship marked by vivid recollections of both tender and painful moments. Bryan drew inspiration from his own past relationships, including the emotional aftermath of his 2021 divorce, infusing the song with raw authenticity about remembering everything in a failed romance. The narrative alternates between the perspectives of the two artists, allowing each to voice their side of the breakup, such as Bryan's verse reflecting on riding "best in the dark" amid the chaos.[3] Bryan initiated the collaboration by inviting Musgraves to join him on the duet, a process that aligned with his approach to working with admired artists on his self-titled 2023 album. Musgraves accepted the offer, contributing her verse by incorporating elements from her personal experiences, particularly following her 2020 divorce from Ruston Kelly, which added depth to the song's themes of loss and memory. She later shared that she "definitely pulled some of my own life into it" during the writing. This partnership marked a departure from typical Nashville co-writing sessions, as the pair crafted the track together without additional songwriters.[3][16] To ensure the duet's balanced structure, revisions focused on equalizing vocal contributions through the alternating verses, while the title was nearly altered due to its similarity to a John Prine song but ultimately retained for its fitting resonance with the lyrics' emphasis on indelible memories.[17]Production
Composition
"I Remember Everything" is classified as a country ballad incorporating folk and Americana influences, characterized by its introspective storytelling and stripped-back arrangement. The song runs for 3:47, allowing space for emotional depth in its duet format.[18][19][20] The track follows a verse–chorus structure, with verses alternating between lead vocals from Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves to convey the perspectives of two former lovers, while choruses blend their harmonies for a shared refrain. This duet alternation underscores the relational push-and-pull central to the composition. The melody is driven by acoustic guitar, set in the key of C major at a tempo of 78 BPM, creating a deliberate, heartfelt pace.[21][22][20] Harmonically, the song relies on a straightforward progression of Am–G–C chords in the verses with F–C–G–Am in the choruses, which provides simplicity and emotional resonance typical of folk-inspired country. Instrumentation remains minimal to prioritize the vocals, featuring prominent acoustic guitar, violin for atmospheric swells, and light percussion to maintain rhythm without overpowering the intimacy.[23][24][25]Recording
"I Remember Everything" was recorded in 2023 as part of Zach Bryan's self-titled album, with production handled entirely by Bryan himself. The track features vocals from both Bryan and Kacey Musgraves, who co-wrote the song alongside him.[26][27][28] Musgraves recorded her vocal parts in a studio session just days before the album's August 25, 2023 release, despite battling strep throat at the time. She later reflected on the experience, expressing concern over the potential impact on her performance quality and apologizing to the engineer for working in close proximity while ill. This separate vocal tracking allowed for the duet's conversational structure, with Bryan's verses laying the foundation before Musgraves' contributions.[29] The recording process emphasized the song's raw, intimate acoustic style, aligning with Bryan's self-produced approach across the album. Following the initial tracking, the track was mixed by Jacquire King and mastered by Pete Lyman, enhancing its emotional depth without overproduction. Key personnel included Bryan as producer and lead vocalist, Musgraves as featured vocalist, King on mixing, and Lyman on mastering; additional session support came from musicians handling guitar and violin to complement the stripped-back arrangement.[30][31][27]Release and promotion
Release
"I Remember Everything" was released as a digital single on August 25, 2023, by Belting Bronco Records and Warner Records.[5] The track appears as the eleventh song on Bryan's self-titled third studio album, Zach Bryan, which was released the same day.[15] It debuted in streaming and digital download formats only, without a physical single edition.[32] Bryan previewed the song via an official audio upload on YouTube the day prior, on August 24, 2023, sparking immediate online excitement among fans.[33]Promotion
Prior to the album's release, Zach Bryan shared a teaser of "I Remember Everything" on Instagram in July 2023, building anticipation for the collaboration with Kacey Musgraves and highlighting the song's introspective lyrics about a past relationship.[34] The track further amplified its buzz through fan engagement on social media, where users created covers and shared snippets on TikTok and Instagram, contributing to its organic viral spread ahead of the August 25, 2023, album drop.[7] Radio promotion began shortly after release, with the song sent to airplay in select international markets, including Italy on September 8, 2023, as the lead single from Bryan's self-titled album.[35] In the United States, it followed as an official country radio single on September 11, 2023, helping sustain its momentum from the album's debut.[36] The song's rollout included key live performances that heightened its visibility. Bryan debuted "I Remember Everything" solo during his Burn, Burn, Burn Tour on August 27, 2023, at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas, just two days after the album's release, incorporating it into setlists as a fan favorite.[37] Notable duets with Musgraves followed in 2024, starting with their first joint live rendition on March 5, 2024, at the United Center in Chicago, marking the opening night of the Quittin' Time Tour and serving as the track's onstage debut as a collaboration.[38] They reunited for another surprise performance on June 29, 2024, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville during the same tour, energizing the crowd with the Grammy-winning duet.[39] "I Remember Everything" became a staple on the Quittin' Time Tour (2024–2025), frequently performed solo by Bryan or with fan sing-alongs, reinforcing its role in the tour's high-energy setlists across stadiums and arenas.[40] This integration tied the song's promotion directly to Bryan's live shows, extending its cultural footprint beyond the initial album cycle.[41]Reception
Critical reception
Critics widely praised "I Remember Everything" for its emotional authenticity and the compelling chemistry between Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves, highlighting how their contrasting vocal styles enhanced the song's raw portrayal of a failed relationship.[42] Rolling Stone described the track as a prime example of Bryan's hazy, half-remembered acoustic style, noting that "Bryan’s rough-hewn voice and Musgraves’ crystalline tone make for a potent contrast as they trade verses about a romance that’s gone sour."[18] Pitchfork lauded the duet as a "winning ballad," appreciating how Bryan and Musgraves transformed classic country imagery—such as references to rotgut whiskey and an '88 Ford—into a personal narrative of love's end, blending folk and country elements seamlessly within Bryan's self-titled album.[43] Similarly, The New York Times called it a "potent duet" on a breakup theme, emphasizing the "contrasting textures of Zach Bryan's ragged croak and Kacey Musgraves's crystalline tone," while also recognizing its old-fashioned he-said/she-said structure infused with modern bleakness.[44][45] NPR included the song among its best of 2023, with critic Ann Powers observing that it evoked a timeless duet feel with a contemporary edge, capturing the lingering pain of shared memories.[46] Billboard echoed this sentiment, portraying it as an "intimate and emotional duet" poised to resonate deeply with listeners through its heartbreaking melody and conversational verses.[7] While some observers noted occasional reliance on familiar country tropes like alcohol-fueled regret, the overall critical consensus was strongly positive, with the song's lyrical vulnerability and vocal interplay seen as elevating Bryan's appeal to a broader mainstream audience.[47]Accolades
"I Remember Everything" received significant industry recognition, including a win at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards for Best Country Duo/Group Performance, held on February 4, 2024.[48] The song was also nominated in the same ceremony for Best Country Song.[48] At the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards in 2024, it was nominated for Music Event of the Year, where Zach Bryan received three total nods related to the track as artist, producer, and songwriter.[49] For the 58th Country Music Association Awards in 2024, "I Remember Everything" was nominated for Musical Event of the Year.[50] The song achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first to simultaneously reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100, Hot Country Songs, and Hot Rock & Alternative Songs charts upon its debut in September 2023.[51]Commercial performance
Chart performance in the United States
"I Remember Everything" debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for the chart issue dated September 9, 2023, marking the first number-one single for both Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves on the all-format ranking.[7] The track amassed 33.7 million on-demand official streams and 10,000 downloads in its first full tracking week ending August 31, 2023, powering its entry atop the 89-position airplay-, sales-, and streaming-based chart.[7] This debut also made it the fourth consecutive country song to reach number one on the Hot 100, a historic streak for the genre.[52] The song achieved a rare feat by simultaneously debuting at number one on both the Hot Country Songs and Hot Rock & Alternative Songs charts, the first track to lead both multimetric rankings in the same week.[7] It maintained a strong presence on the Hot 100, logging 14 weeks in the top 10 overall. By July 17, 2025, "I Remember Everything" had been certified 9× Platinum by the RIAA, recognizing 9 million units consumed in the United States.[53] The single's blockbuster performance significantly boosted Bryan's self-titled album, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 with 200,000 equivalent album units in its first week, largely driven by the track's streaming dominance and album bundling.[54]International chart performance
"I Remember Everything" experienced notable international success, particularly in North America and select English-speaking markets. In Canada, the song debuted and peaked at number 2 on the Canadian Hot 100, marking the highest chart position for both Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves on that tally.[55] It has been certified Gold by Music Canada, reflecting 40,000 units sold or streamed.[56] The track also entered the top 10 in several other territories, reaching number 6 on Australia's ARIA Singles Chart, number 5 on Ireland's Official Irish Singles Chart, and number 14 on the UK Official Singles Chart, with its performance bolstered by placements on major Spotify playlists such as Global Top 50 and Today's Top Hits.[57][58][59] In New Zealand, it peaked at number 10 on the Top 40 Singles Chart.[60] Across Europe, the song garnered radio airplay success, notably debuting on Italian pop radio on September 8, 2023, as the lead single from Bryan's self-titled album, contributing to its broader continental exposure.[61] Its crossover appeal extended to non-country audiences, evidenced by inclusions in global streaming playlists and amassing over 1.26 billion streams on Spotify as of November 2025, underscoring its resonance beyond traditional country markets.[62]Certifications
"I Remember Everything" has received numerous certifications for sales and streaming performance across multiple countries, reflecting its widespread commercial success. In the United States, the song was certified 9× Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on July 17, 2025, denoting 9 million equivalent units consumed, including sales, streaming, and track downloads.[63] In Canada, it achieved Gold status from Music Canada, equivalent to 40,000 units.[64]Charts
Weekly charts
"I Remember Everything" debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for the chart dated September 9, 2023, marking Zach Bryan's first leader on the ranking and the first country duet to top the chart since 1983.[7] It also launched at number one on the Hot Country Songs chart the same week, where it held the top spot for a chart-record-tying 20 weeks for a duo or collaboration.[65] The track's longevity on the Hot 100, with 52 total weeks, ranks among the longest runs for a country song on the all-format survey, exceeding the 19 weeks of Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" but trailing Florida Georgia Line's "Cruise" at 56 weeks.[66] The following table summarizes the song's peak positions and durations on select weekly charts:| Chart | Peak Position | Weeks at Peak | Total Weeks | Peak Date |
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| US Billboard Hot 100 | 1 | 1 | 52 | September 9, 2023 |
| US Billboard Hot Country Songs | 1 | 20 | 64 | September 9, 2023 |
| Canada (Billboard Canadian Hot 100) | 2 | 3 | 72 | September 9, 2023 |
| Australia (ARIA) | 6 | 1 | 84 | October 16, 2023 |
| UK (Official Charts Company) | 24 | 1 | 59 | September 15, 2023 |
| New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ) | 7 | 1 | 45 | September 11, 2023 |
Year-end charts
"I Remember Everything" achieved notable placements on various year-end charts in both 2023 and 2024, reflecting its strong performance across multiple markets following its August 2023 release. In the United States, the song ranked at number 45 on the 2023 Billboard Hot 100 year-end chart, demonstrating its impact during its debut year despite entering the chart late in the period. It also topped the 2023 Hot Country Songs year-end chart at number 1, underscoring its dominance within the genre. The track's momentum carried into 2024, where it ranked number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 year-end chart and number 32 on the Global 200 year-end chart, highlighting its continued streaming and sales success globally. Internationally, it placed at number 12 on the 2023 Canada Year-End Hot 100 and number 11 on the 2024 Australian year-end singles chart, further illustrating its cross-border appeal.[68][69]| Year-End Chart (2023) | Position |
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| Billboard Hot 100 | 45 |
| Hot Country Songs | 1 |
| Canada Hot 100 | 12 |
| Year-End Chart (2024) | Position |
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| Billboard Hot 100 | 9 |
| Billboard Global 200 | 32 |
| Australia (ARIA) | 11 |
