That is what distinguishes a good artist from others. Their songs are not a one-time thing, you get addicted to them, and they become a source of leisure. In this article, we will explore some of the most streamed artists on Spotify.
From Taylor Swift to Eminem, here are the top 10 most streamed artists on Spotify in 2023-
10. Post Malone
Stream: 32.3 Billion
On the 10th rank, we have Post Malone- who debuted in 2013 and in just a decade earned tremendous popularity in the music industry. His breakthrough came back in 2015 when he released “White Iverson.”
His rankings are an open testimony to how much people enjoy his music. He blends pop, cloud rap, hip-hop, R&B, and pop rap to bring unique songs to his fans. His collaboration with 21 Savage for “Rockstar” (the beats, we know, are amazing) is the 4th most streamed song on Spotify.
9. BTS
Stream: 32.7 Billion
Hate them or love them you definitely can’t ignore them- BTS were invited to the White House to meet Joe Biden, Time magazine kept them in the “100 Most Influential People in the World”, and every track that they release becomes a hit in no time. There is no doubt that this boy band from South Korea has become a worldwide phenomenon.
Although they have taken a break from their mandatory military service, BTS’ songs have earned fame because they concentrated on issues like image issues, mental health, self-independence, and self-love.
8. Eminem
Stream: 34.4 Billion
You must have heard “Mockingbird” “Love the Way You Lie” or “Not Afraid”- well, Eminem is eighth on the list but probably the first among rappers.
Regarded as a rap icon, he came to the music industry in the 1990s and has completed almost 3 decades. During this period, Eminem gathered a significant fanbase without drastically altering his genre.
For his impact on U. S music culture, the artist is compared to legends like Elvis Presley and Bob Dylan.
7. Ariana Grande
Stream: 35.5 Billion
Starting her music career as early as 15, Ariana Grande has established herself as a top female vocalist in the music industry. Grande is known for R&B and Pop, while her four vocal octave range has made even her critics reconsider their opinions about this talented artist.
Some of her popular songs are “7 Rings” “Thank U, Next” and “Side to Side.” Ariana Grande has accumulated over 35 billion streams, making her the 7th most streamed artist.
6. Justin Bieber
Stream: 35.8 Billion
Although we may not identify as “Beliebers” (that’s what his stans call him), there was a time when we used to listen to his songs. Free of references to drugs, sex, and addiction, teenage Justin Bieber focused entirely on romance, heartbreaks, and relationships.
Gradually, as his fans grew, his music grew side by side and he evolved with his songs. Currently endorsed by world-famous brands like Adidas and Calvin Klein, Justin Bieber’s influence is a testament to his popularity.
5. Ed Sheeran
Stream: 41.7 Billion
Even though the artist’s most popular song is Shape of You, which was a global hit, Ed Sheeran’s true gems are “Perfect”, “Photograph”, “Thinking Out Loud”, and definitely “All of the Stars” which truly made us cry while watching The Fault in our Stars.
He is known for his soft rock and folk-pop style. Sheeran’s songs have broken records many times- He was also the world’s most-streamed artist in December 2019.
4. The Weeknd
Stream: 41.7 Billion
Abel Tesfaye dropped out of college to work on his music, and reportedly didn’t like his name- so got his stage name “The Weeknd.” The young boy has come a long way as the Canadian singer has broken several records with his tracks that are usually around dark themes, falsetto register, and bizarre production.
He is inspired by Michael Jackson and some of his songs directly hint towards the King of Pop. Some of his famous songs are “Blinding Lights”, “Save Your Tears”, “Call Out My Name” and “Die for You.”
3. Taylor Swift
Stream: 44.2 Billion
It is not surprising that the third spot is taken by the singer whose popularity is a testament to her success. Taylor Swift has emerged not just be a famous singer but a global sensation. She has transformed modern country music and reshaped the genre in the music industry.
While Swifties are busy figuring out which ex Taylor is talking about in her songs, she earns the third position while reaching almost 44.5 billion streams.
2. Bad Bunny
Stream: 52.5 Billion
This reggaeton artist has made his way to the second position in the list of most streamed singers with unique tracks that make him stand out from his competitors.
Bad Bunny started his career less than a decade ago, around 2013, and he has earned massive popularity in a short period. He touches upon various topics like romance, heartbreak, self-love, and humor.
Also, he is considered to be a professional wrestler. The talented artist entered the WWE Royal Rumble where he reached the final five.
1. Drake
Stream: 52.7 Billion
Considered to be one of the world’s most famous hip-hop artists, taking the first place is unsurprising- Drake. The artist entered the music industry 20 years ago and since then has managed to win millions of hearts globally. During the initial phase, Drake focused on R&B and hip-hop, but recently, he has also added pop to his list.
His song “One Dance” became the most-streamed song on Spotify. The song was reportedly one of the first to gain more than a billion streams.
Conclusion-
So these were the 10 most streamed artists on Spotify in 2023. You must have heard their names before reading this article, which in itself is an open testimony of their tremendous popularity.
All of these artists have transformed the genres that they work in, often bringing new influences and changing the direction of music. Which artist do you like the most? Let us know in the comment section.
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