We put our bedazzled research hats on and gathered 10 numerical facts about Beyoncé, her career and "Countdown," and we're sharing them with you. Take a look through some of our "Countdown" facts below, and set your alarms for 7:56 p.m. (AKA Beyonce o'clock.) Until then, say it with me: "3... 2... 1..."
10 –- After "Halo" hit No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, Beyonce achieved more top 10s than any other female artist of the 2000s.
9 -- Number of songwriters credit on "Countdown."
8 -- Times Beyoncé says "boo" in "Countdown."
7 –- Beyoncé got her first press mention in the Houston Chronicle at age 7.
6 -– Beyoncé collected 6 Grammys in 2010, including song of the year for "Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)," making her the most decorated woman in one night in the 52-year history of the show.
5 -- Number of times Beyoncé says "How many people you know gonna take it this far" on Jay-Z and Kanye West's Watch The Throne jam "Liftoff," which ironically, also features a countdown.
4 -- Number of Beyoncé's studio albums and the title of her most recent album. Ob.Vi.Ous.Ly.
3 -- Boyz II Men's "Uhh Ahh," sampled in the chorus, was the third release on theirCooleyhighharmony debut.
2 -- Number of Beyoncé videos directed by Adria Petty: "Countdown" and "Sweet Dreams."
1 -- Position Beyoncé's "4" album debuted on the Billboard 200.
--Princess Carter
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