Sentury hits third straight No. 1 on Adult R&B charts with “Don’t Mind”

Houston R&B group Sentury has landed at No. 1 on Billboard and Mediabase Adult R&B Airplay with “Don’t Mind,” giving the independent act its third straight chart-topper. The result extends a run that includes “Only Human” and “Forever” and underscores how far the group has pushed without a major label.

Why it matters: - Sentury’s third straight No. 1 shows an independent R&B group can still break through at the top of radio charts. - “Don’t Mind” now leads both the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart and the Mediabase Adult R&B chart. - The single has generated more than 50 million audience impressions so far, signaling broad radio reach. - The chart run gives Sentury added momentum as the group builds a larger presence in contemporary R&B.

What happened: - Houston group Sentury reached No. 1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart with “Don’t Mind.” - “Don’t Mind” also took the top spot on Mediabase Adult R&B. - The song moves ahead of Beyoncé on the chart. - The result marks Sentury’s third consecutive No. 1 after “Only Human” and “Forever.” - The group is based in Houston and operates independently through Gateway Records.

The details: - Sentury’s lineup includes Leo, CJ, AJ and Rico. - The group describes its sound as “grown man R&B,” built on four-part harmonies, polished presentation and songs about love, relationships and commitment. - “Don’t Mind” continues the romantic storyline from “Forever.” - “Forever” focused on lasting love. - “Don’t Mind” follows a couple as they move toward marriage, commitment and a shared future. - Sentury now has 10 Billboard-charting songs. - The group has earned recognition from Billboard, Rated R&B, ThisisRNB, Great Day Houston, Amazon Music and Pandora. - Sentury is preparing upcoming releases and collaborations with Jagged Edge and Rick Ross. - The group’s “Don’t Mind” video is available on YouTube. - Sentury also directs listeners to its music on Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon.

Between the lines: - Sentury’s run suggests independent promotion, radio support and live performance can still compete with major-label muscle in adult R&B. - The group’s focus on relationship-driven storytelling is helping define a consistent brand in a crowded format. - The back-to-back No. 1s from 2025 and now 2026 point to a durable radio audience, not a one-off hit.

What’s next: - Sentury is positioning its next phase around new music and high-profile collaborations. - The group’s next releases will test whether its independent chart momentum can continue beyond a third straight No. 1. - Additional visibility could come as the band leans on the audience built by its recent chart success.

The bottom line: - Sentury has turned an independent model into a repeatable Adult R&B hit machine.