This 1975 Fleetwood Mac Song Is Suddenly One of the Biggest Tracks in the Country Thanks to This TV Series Finale
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A Familiar Song Finds a New Moment
Television has a long history of reshaping music charts, and Netflix’s Stranger Things has become one of the strongest examples of that effect. From Kate Bush to Metallica, the series has repeatedly pulled older songs back into public focus. Now, the Stranger Things Season 5 finale has done it again, this time with Fleetwood Mac’s 1975 track “Landslide.”
The episode’s final moments sparked renewed interest in the song, pushing it into heavy rotation across streaming platforms and social media. That attention quickly turned into real chart movement, even decades after the song’s original release.
Chart Success Nearly 50 Years Later
According to Billboard, “Landslide” has entered the Hot 100 at No. 41, placing it ahead of newer releases such as Shaboozy and Jelly Roll’s “Amen” and Sombr’s “12 To 12.” The ranking highlights how strongly the song connected with viewers following the finale.
The track has also charted above Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill,” another Stranger Things favorite that has returned to the charts. For now, Fleetwood Mac’s song sits just below She & Him’s “I Thought I Saw Your Face Today,” showing how competitive the current rankings remain.
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A Song With a Long Chart History
“Landslide,” sung by Stevie Nicks, first appeared on Fleetwood Mac’s self-titled 1975 album. After its release, the song reached No. 51 on the Billboard Hot 100 and later found renewed success on the Adult Contemporary chart, hitting No. 10 in 1998.
Its staying power continued well into the modern era. The track earned a gold certification in 2009 and was ranked No. 163 on Rolling Stone’s “500 Greatest Songs of All Time.” These milestones reflect how the song has stayed present across generations.
The Story Behind the Lyrics
Stevie Nicks wrote “Landslide” during a difficult period in her life, when she questioned whether music was a stable future for her. At the time, she supported herself and Lindsey Buckingham by working several jobs while trying to keep their musical dreams alive.
She wrote the song in Aspen, Colorado, while looking out at the mountains. The setting shaped the lyrics, as she thought about the pressure she felt and compared her problems to a natural slide she could not control.
Why It Works in the Finale
“Landslide” plays during the final episode’s epilogue, softly underscoring the closing scenes. As Robin explains what has happened in Hawkins over the past several months, the song plays in the background, adding emotional weight.
The moment reflects on loss, change, and quiet recovery. While many characters move forward without knowing the full truth, the song frames the town’s shared history in a way that feels reflective and personal.
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