At the top of the artist hierarchy, global superstars like Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, and Drake lead the charge—names synonymous with the streaming boom. Their presence reflects not just popularity, but consistency in releasing chart-topping, replay-heavy music in the digital age. Close behind are The Weeknd and Ed Sheeran, both of whom have mastered the art of global hits that thrive on repeat listens.
Yet the list isn’t exclusively dominated by contemporary acts. Veterans like Eminem, Rihanna, Coldplay, and Kanye West underscore the longevity of artists who successfully transitioned into the streaming era, maintaining relevance across shifting formats and audiences.
Where the data becomes particularly revealing is in the albums category. Sitting firmly at No. 1 is Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunny, which has amassed a staggering 22 billion streams—an unprecedented milestone that highlights the global rise of Latin music. The rest of the top five features Starboy, ÷ (Deluxe), Sour, and After Hours, illustrating a mix of blockbuster releases and youth-driven breakout success.
On the songs front, one track towers above the rest: Blinding Lights by The Weeknd. Its enduring popularity has made it the most-streamed song in Spotify’s history, followed by megahits like Shape of You and Sweater Weather. The ranking reflects a blend of viral longevity, playlist ubiquity, and cross-generational appeal. Notably, global collaborations such as One Dance—featuring Wizkid—signal the increasing influence of international sounds within mainstream streaming culture.
Beyond music, Spotify’s data also highlights the explosive growth of spoken-word content. The Joe Rogan Experience leads the podcast category, reflecting the platform’s heavy investment in long-form conversation and exclusive deals. Other chart-toppers like Crime Junkie and The Daily show how true crime and daily news have become staples of on-demand listening.
Audiobooks, a more recent addition to Spotify’s ecosystem, are already carving out their own space. Titles such as A Court of Thorns and Roses and The Fellowship of the Ring dominate the list, suggesting strong demand for immersive storytelling alongside music and podcasts.
Taken together, the rankings offer more than just a leaderboard—they map the evolution of digital listening itself. From the dominance of global pop icons to the rise of Latin music, podcasting, and audiobooks, Spotify’s 20-year milestone underscores a broader shift: audio is no longer just about songs, but an entire ecosystem of content competing for listeners’ time.
Check out the full lists below.
Most-streamed artists of all time on Spotify:
- Taylor Swift
- Bad Bunny
- Drake
- The Weeknd
- Ariana Grande
- Ed Sheeran
- Justin Bieber
- Billie Eilish
- Eminem
- Kanye West
- Travis Scott
- BTS
- Post Malone
- Bruno Mars
- J Balvin
- Rihanna
- Coldplay
- Kendrick Lamar
- Future
- Juice WRLD
Most-streamed albums of all time on Spotify:
- Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunny
- Starboy by The Weeknd
- ÷ (Deluxe) by Ed Sheeran
- Sour by Olivia Rodrigo
- After Hours by The Weeknd
- SOS by SZA
- Hollywood’s Bleeding by Post Malone
- Lover by Taylor Swift
- AM by Arctic Monkey
- When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? by Billie Eilise
- Future Nostalgia by Dua Lipa
- Beerbongs & Bentleys by Post Malone
- ? by XXXTentacion
- Mañana Será Bonito (Bichota Season) By Karol G
- YHLQMDLG by Bad Bunny
- Doo-Wops & Hooligans by Bruno Mars
- Views by Drake
- Midnights by Taylor Swift
- Scorpion by Drake
- Beauty Behind the Madness by the Weeknd
Most-streamed songs of all time on Spotify:
- “Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd
- “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran
- “Sweater Weather” by The Neighbourhood
- “Starboy” by The Weeknd and Daft Punk
- “As It Was” by Harry Styles
- “Someone You Loved” by Lewis Capaldi
- “Sunflower (from Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse) by Post Malone and Swae Lee
- “One Dance” by Drake, Wizkid and Kyla
- “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran
- “Stay” by the Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber
- “Believer” by Imagine Dragons
- “I Wanna Be Yours” by Arctic Monkeys
- “Heat Waves” by Glass Animals
- “Lovely (with Khalid)” by Billie Eilish and Khalid
- “Yellow” by Coldplay
- “The Night We Met” by Lord Huron
- “Closer” by the Chainsmokers and Halsey
- “Birds of a Feather” by Billie Eilish
- “Riptide” by Vance Joy
- “Die With a Smile” by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars
Most-streamed podcasts of all time:
- The Joe Rogan Experience
- Gemischtes Hack
- Crime Junkie
- Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
- Last Podcast On The Left
- The Daily
- Fest & Flauschig
- Morbid
- My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
- Relatos de la Noche
- Call Her Daddy
- Não Inviabilize
- Pardon My Take
- Distractible
- La Cotorrisa
- Dateline NBC
- Mordlust
- Baywatch Berlin
- Hobbylos
- Killer Stories with Harvey Guillén
Most-streamed audiobooks in premium of all time on Spotify:
- A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
- The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien
- Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
- I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
- A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
- Lights Out by Ted Koppel
- A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
- The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene
- The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
- Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
- The Woman in Me by Britney Spears
- A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin
- Icebreaker by Hannah Grace
- It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover
- The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
- A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas
- The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck* by Mark Manson
- The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden
- Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari
- Funny Story by Emily Henry