Top 10 Most Streamed Songs on Spotify
Hey there, I’m Emily and I love to listen to music on Spotify. As a music lover, I was curious to find out which songs are the most popular on the platform. After doing some research, I discovered the top 10 most streamed songs on Spotify. In this article, I’ll be sharing with you some interesting facts and information about these songs.
Curiosities, Statistics, and Interesting Information
- The most streamed song on Spotify is Shape of You by Ed Sheeran with over 2.8 billion streams.
- The top 10 most streamed songs have a combined total of over 20 billion streams.
- The top 3 most streamed songs are all by Ed Sheeran.
- The most streamed female artist on Spotify is Ariana Grande with over 60 billion streams.
- The most popular genre on Spotify is pop music.
1. Shape of You – Ed Sheeran
Shape of You is a song by English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran. It was released in January 2017 as a single from his third studio album, ÷. The song topped the charts in multiple countries and broke several records on the music streaming platform, including the most streamed song of all time on Spotify.
I personally love this song because of its catchy beat and relatable lyrics. Whenever I listen to it, I can’t help but dance along.
2. One Dance – Drake ft. Wizkid & Kyla
One Dance is a song by Canadian rapper Drake featuring Nigerian artist Wizkid and British singer Kyla. The song was released in April 2016 and quickly became a global hit. It topped the charts in multiple countries and became the first song to reach one billion streams on Spotify.
Although I’m not a huge fan of Drake, I have to admit that One Dance is a great song to dance to. Whenever it comes on, I can’t resist moving my hips to the beat.
3. Rockstar – Post Malone ft. 21 Savage
Rockstar is a song by American rapper Post Malone featuring 21 Savage. It was released in September 2017 and quickly became a hit, topping the charts in multiple countries. The song’s popularity on streaming platforms helped it break several records, including the most streamed song in a single week on Spotify.
While I’m not a big fan of rap music, I have to admit that Rockstar is a catchy song. The beat is infectious and the lyrics are relatable, making it a favorite among many people.
4. Closer – The Chainsmokers ft. Halsey
Closer is a song by American DJ duo The Chainsmokers featuring American singer Halsey. It was released in July 2016 and quickly became a hit, topping the charts in multiple countries. The song’s popularity on streaming platforms helped it break several records, including the most streamed song in a single day on Spotify.
I love Closer because of its catchy beat and the chemistry between The Chainsmokers and Halsey. It’s a great song to sing along to, especially when you’re hanging out with friends.
5. Dance Monkey – Tones and I
Dance Monkey is a song by Australian singer Tones and I. It was released in May 2019 and quickly became a global hit, topping the charts in multiple countries. The song’s popularity on streaming platforms helped it break several records, including the most streamed song by a female artist on Spotify.
Although I hadn’t heard of Tones and I before Dance Monkey, I instantly fell in love with the song. The beat is infectious and Tones and I’s unique voice adds a fun twist to the song.
6. Uptown Funk – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Uptown Funk is a song by British musician Mark Ronson featuring American singer Bruno Mars. It was released in November 2014 and quickly became a global hit, topping the charts in multiple countries. The song’s popularity on streaming platforms helped it break several records, including the most streamed song of the decade on Spotify.
Uptown Funk is one of my all-time favorite songs. Whenever it comes on, I can’t help but sing along and dance to the beat. It’s a classic song that never gets old.
7. Someone You Loved – Lewis Capaldi
Someone You Loved is a song by Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi. It was released in November 2018 and quickly became a global hit, topping the charts in multiple countries. The song’s popularity on streaming platforms helped it break several records, including the most streamed song in the UK on Spotify.
I love Someone You Loved because of Lewis Capaldi’s raw and emotional vocals. The lyrics are also relatable and tug at your heartstrings.
8. Lean On – Major Lazer ft. MØ & DJ Snake
Lean On is a song by American electronic music group Major Lazer featuring Danish singer MØ and French DJ Snake. It was released in March 2015 and quickly became a global hit, topping the charts in multiple countries. The song’s popularity on streaming platforms helped it break several records, including the most streamed song of all time on Spotify at the time of its release.
Lean On is a great song to dance to. The beat is infectious and the vocals by MØ add a fun twist to the song.
9. Blinding Lights – The Weeknd
Blinding Lights is a song by Canadian singer The Weeknd. It was released in November 2019 and quickly became a hit, topping the charts in multiple countries. The song’s popularity on streaming platforms helped it break several records, including the most streamed song in a single year on Spotify.
I love Blinding Lights because of its catchy beat and The Weeknd’s smooth vocals. It’s a great song to listen to when you’re driving or working out.
10. Sunflower – Post Malone ft. Swae Lee
Sunflower is a song by American rapper Post Malone featuring American singer Swae Lee. It was released in October 2018 as a single from the soundtrack for the film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The song became a hit, topping the charts in multiple countries and breaking several records on the music streaming platform.
Sunflower is a great song to listen to when you’re in a good mood. The beat is upbeat and the vocals by Post Malone and Swae Lee complement each other perfectly.
FAQs
- Q: Why are these songs the most streamed on Spotify?
- A: These songs are the most streamed on Spotify because they have catchy beats, relatable lyrics, and are produced by popular artists.
- Q: Are these songs popular in other countries besides the US?
- A: Yes, these songs are popular in multiple countries and have topped the charts in many of them.
- Q: Are these songs still popular today?
- A: Yes, these songs are still popular today and continue to be streamed by millions of people on Spotify.