In December 2008, it became the 5th single Beyonce, which led the Billboard Hot 100 (and the second, recorded by her solo, without the participation of other performers.
The single received positive reviews from critics who appreciated the recording and arrangement.
The magazine "Rolling Stone" called "Single Ladies" the best song of 2008 and placed the single on the 50th place in the list of the best songs of the 2000s.
At the 52nd Grammy Awards, the song "Single Ladies" became the best in the categories Song of the Year, Best Female Vocal R&B Performance, Best R&B Song.
Brazil Billboard Hot 100, peak position 1, 2008.