Most Streamed Artist On Spotify Of 2025 (Listed)

In today’s digital music era, streaming numbers have become an important measure of an artist’s global impact and popularity. Achieving billions of streams shows immense reach and influence. The music industry now values stream counts as a critical metric of success, with artists competing for listeners’ attention across various platforms.

On streaming platforms, some artists have risen to exceptional fame, getting billions of plays and building massive global audiences. In this article, we will get into details about Spotify’s most-streamed artists, covering both the all-time leaders and the current top artists.

Who Is The Most Streamed Artist Of All Time?

Taylor Swift currently holds the title of most-streamed artist of all time, with over 101 billion streams as of 2025. Her unbeatable success comes following her record-breaking Eras Tour and multiple album releases that dominated streaming charts.

Swift’s hit albums like “1989,” “Folklore,” “Midnights,” and “The Tortured Poets Department,” have helped her achieve this historic achievement among the most famous pop music artists of this generation.

Drake, who previously held the top position, is in second place, while Bad Bunny remains in third place after his historic three-year streak (2020-2022) as Spotify’s most-streamed artist.

Top 10 Most-Streamed Artists On Spotify 2025

Spotify’s monthly listener counts tell which artists are currently dominating the platform, with several artists now exceeding 100 million monthly listeners.

The following table lists the top 10 most-streamed artists on Spotify as of April 2025.

Rank	Artist	Number Of Streams	Notable Achievements
1	Taylor Swift	101,355,354,975	First female artist to top Spotify’s yearly list
2	Bad Bunny	87,914,046,273	Only artist with three consecutive yearly #1 positions
3	Drake	85,705,112,244	Three-time yearly most-streamed artist
4	The Weeknd	67,941,052,417	First artist to reach 100M monthly listeners
5	Ariana Grande	53,297,096,153	Consistently in top 10 since 2019
6	Ed Sheeran	52,505,830,286	Most-streamed artist of 2017 and 2014
7	Eminem	49,777,306,655	Rap legend with consistent streaming performance
8	Justin Bieber	48,007,726,683	Multiple-time top 5 yearly artist
9	Billie Eilish	46,774,913,792	Youngest artist to reach 100M monthly listeners
10	Kanye West	45,997,481,755	Genre-defying artist with cultural impact

Each of these artists has revolutionized music in their own way. Now, let’s get into the details of each artist’s journey to streaming dominance.

1. Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift’s rise to Spotify’s most-streamed artist shows a remarkable journey from country prodigy to global pop icon. Her strategic re-recordings of earlier albums (“Taylor’s Versions”) effectively doubled her streaming catalog while her newer releases like “Folklore,” “Evermore,” and “Midnights” showcased her evolving artistry.

Taylor Swift’s rise to Spotify’s most-streamed artist shows a remarkable journey from country prodigy to global pop icon. As arguably the most famous singer in the world, her strategic re-recordings of earlier albums (“Taylor’s Versions”) effectively doubled her streaming catalog while her newer releases like “Folklore,” “Evermore,” and “Midnights” showcased her evolving artistry.

Her record-breaking “Eras Tour” with her 2025 tour plans now live here, further boosted streaming numbers as fans revisited her songs, cementing her position at 26.6 billion streams and counting.

2. Bad Bunny

Bad Bunny revolutionized Latin music’s global presence, becoming the only artist to achieve three consecutive years as Spotify’s most-streamed performer (2020-2022). The Puerto Rican powerhouse crosses language barriers with his innovative production, genre-bending creativity, and authentic storytelling.

His albums “YHLQMDLG,” “El Último Tour Del Mundo,” and “Un Verano Sin Ti” redefined reggaeton and Latin trap while incorporating elements of rock, electronic, and Dominican dembow. His streaming success demolished the industry assumption that non-English music couldn’t achieve global dominance.

3. Drake

Drake’s streaming dominance comes from his versatility across hip-hop, R&B, pop, and dancehall genres. His creative output, releasing full-length albums, mixtapes, and EPs at strategic intervals, ensures consistent listener engagement throughout the year. With momentum building from his recent Drake tour, he continues to keep fans globally engaged.

Drake was the first artist to follow the streaming-optimized album format with projects like “Scorpion” and “Certified Lover Boy,” featuring extended tracklists that maximize stream counts.

His collaborative approach, working with artists from diverse genres and regions, helps him expand his global reach.

4. The Weeknd

The Weeknd’s transformation from underground R&B artist to streaming titan shows his artistic evolution and commercial savvy. His dark, atmospheric production and vocals created a sonic identity through his trilogy of mixtapes before his mainstream breakthrough “Beauty Behind the Madness.” 

The artist born Abel Tesfaye made history as the first performer to surpass 100 million monthly Spotify listeners following his “Dawn FM” album and Super Bowl performance. The Weeknd’s cinematic music videos and enigmatic persona improve his streaming appeal.

5. Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande’s streaming dominance comes from her vocal skill combined with production that incorporates R&B, pop, and hip-hop elements. Her rapid-fire album releases during 2018-2019 (“Sweetener” and “Thank U, Next”) created great momentum, while her personal narrative, processing trauma and heartbreak through music, made a deep connection with fans.

Grande’s collaborations across genres expand her audience, while her social media savvy creates moments that drive listeners to her songs.

6. Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran’s streaming success comes from his everyman appeal combined with extraordinary songwriting talent. His acoustic pop formula, creating catchy, emotionally resonant songs with universal themes, connects across demographics and borders.

Sheeran’s mathematical album titles (“+” “×” “÷” “=”) established a brand identity that encourages complete album consumption. His strategic collaborations span genres from hip-hop (Eminem, 50 Cent) to Latin (J Balvin) to K-pop (BTS), expanding his global reach.

7. Eminem

Eminem stands as a monumental figure in music streaming, defying eras by consistently ranking among Spotify’s elite. As the most-followed rapper (around 99 million followers) and 7th most-followed artist overall, his influence is huge, even more so as excitement builds around the upcoming Eminem tour.

By early 2025, he surpassed 49 billion total streams (lead + features), a testament to the timeless appeal of tracks like ‘Lose Yourself’ and ‘Without Me,’ keeping his monthly listeners near 70 million and solidifying his legendary status.

8. Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber’s evolution from YouTube discovery to a streaming powerhouse shows his growth from a teen pop phenomenon to a mature R&B-influenced artist. His transformation began with “Purpose,” which introduced EDM and tropical house elements to his sound, continuing through collaborations with DJ Khaled, Ed Sheeran, and Latin artists like J Balvin.

His marriage to Hailey Bieber gave him inspiration for “Changes” and “Justice,” allowing him to explore more mature themes.

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9. Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish is the youngest artist to reach 100 million monthly Spotify listeners; Eilish revolutionized pop with her whispered vocals, bass-heavy production from brother Finneas, and authentic lyrics addressing mental health, body image, and environmental concerns.

Her debut album “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?” established a distinctive aesthetic, horror-influenced visuals and ASMR-like sonic textures. Eilish’s evolution through “Happier Than Ever” and “Hit Me Hard and Soft” shows her artistic growth while still having her core fanbase.

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10. Kanye West

Kanye West, now known as Ye, remains a powerful force on Spotify, consistently drawing massive streaming numbers. With over 62 million monthly listeners as of April 2025, his influence is undeniable. Landmark albums like ‘Graduation’ and ‘My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy’ continue to rack up billions of streams alongside newer projects, and his 2025 concert schedule is now live.

Tracks such as ‘Flashing Lights’ and ‘Heartless’ exemplify his enduring appeal, cementing Ye’s position among music’s most impactful streaming artists.

Spotify Top 100 Artists

Beyond the top artists, Spotify has many artists with significant streaming numbers. The following table lists the top 100 artists on Spotify.

Rank	Artist	Number of Streams	Notable achievement
11	Post Malone	44,635,686,945	First artist to have eight RIAA Diamond-certified songs.
12	BTS	42,048,933,438	Multiple Billboard #1 albums and singles, significant global impact.
13	Travis Scott	38,480,421,438	Grammy nominations, highly successful albums like Astroworld.
14	Rihanna	38,204,890,640	One of the best-selling music artists, multiple Grammy awards, successful businesswoman (Fenty).
15	Coldplay	38,035,489,273	Multiple Grammy Awards, known for large-scale world tours.
16	J Balvin	37,689,875,570	Multi-Latin Grammy winner, global ambassador of Reggaeton.
17	Bruno Mars	35,991,607,000	Multiple Grammy Awards including Album of the Year.
18	Kendrick Lamar	35,939,922,655	Pulitzer Prize for Music for his album DAMN.
19	Dua Lipa	35,573,913,746	Multiple Grammy Awards including Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album.
20	Imagine Dragons	34,860,422,125	Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance, numerous anthemic hits.
21	Juice WRLD	34,476,389,106	Billboard Music Award winner, huge posthumous streaming success.
22	XXXTENTACION	32,187,091,808	Billboard #1 album “?”, significant posthumous streaming.
23	David Guetta	32,181,602,643	Multiple Grammy Awards, influential figure in EDM.
24	Ozuna	30,822,949,893	Holds multiple Guinness World Records for Billboard Latin chart success.
25	Lana Del Rey	30,436,160,066	Multiple Grammy nominations, BRIT Awards winner, known for cinematic style.
26	Maroon 5	29,884,269,898	Multiple Grammy Awards, numerous chart-topping hits.
27	Lady Gaga	28,197,782,952	Academy Award for Best Original Song, multiple Grammy Awards.
28	Khalid	28,083,984,964	Multi-platinum debut album “American Teen”, multiple Grammy nominations.
29	Future	28,053,589,698	Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance, influential figure in trap music.
30	Calvin Harris	27,839,844,499	Grammy Award winner, one of the world’s highest-paid DJs.
31	KAROL G	27,675,948,870	Latin Grammy Award winner, major figure in Latin urban music.
32	Beyoncé	26,832,267,117	Most Grammy Awards won by any singer.
33	Rauw Alejandro	26,705,577,993	Latin Grammy Award winner, known for innovative Latin music.
34	Shawn Mendes	25,886,034,082	Multiple Juno Awards, multiple Grammy nominations, numerous pop hits.
35	Sam Smith	25,538,505,332	Academy Award for Best Original Song, multiple Grammy Awards.
36	Queen	25,293,937,866	Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, iconic songs like “Bohemian Rhapsody”.
37	Linkin Park	24,769,972,423	Multiple Grammy Awards, best-selling debut album of the 21st century (“Hybrid Theory”).
38	One Direction	24,702,169,176	One of the best-selling boy bands of all time.
39	Harry Styles	24,425,552,161	Multiple Grammy Awards including Album of the Year.
40	Adele	24,395,392,094	Multiple Grammy Awards including Album of the Year multiple times, Academy Award winner.
41	Anuel AA	23,931,353,403	Latin Grammy nominee, influential figure in Latin trap.
42	Metro Boomin	23,919,527,303	Producer of the Year at BET Hip Hop Awards, numerous hit productions.
43	J. Cole	23,876,443,120	Grammy Award for Best Rap Song, critically acclaimed albums.
44	Shakira	23,576,821,260	Multiple Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album.
45	Chris Brown	23,566,507,030	Grammy Award winner, known for singing and dancing abilities.
46	SZA	23,467,482,803	Multiple Grammy Awards, critically acclaimed albums like “Ctrl” and “SOS”.
47	Daddy Yankee	23,350,519,086	Pioneer of Reggaeton, multiple Latin Grammy awards, global hit “Gasolina”.
48	Arctic Monkeys	22,903,086,093	Multiple BRIT Awards for Best British Group and Album.
49	Peso Pluma	22,179,987,343	Grammy Award winner, leading figure in the revival of regional Mexican music.
50	The Beatles	22,096,125,068	Multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards, global superstar, and philanthropist.
51	Arijit Singh	22,092,358,427	Most RIAA certified Gold/Platinum albums, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, widely considered the most influential band.
52	Doja Cat	21,952,529,936	Grammy Award winner, known for internet virality and genre-blending.
53	Olivia Rodrigo	21,792,411,341	Multiple Filmfare Awards, one of the most-streamed Indian artists globally.
54	Katy Perry	21,032,558,352	Multiple Billboard #1 singles, Super Bowl halftime performer.
55	Nicki Minaj	20,860,714,865	Multiple BET Awards, significant influence as a female rapper (“Queen of Rap”).
56	Maluma	20,789,950,856	Latin Grammy Award winner, global Latin music star.
57	The Chainsmokers	20,720,064,303	Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording.
58	21 Savage	20,661,364,972	Grammy Award for Best Rap Song.
59	Selena Gomez	20,637,483,788	Multiple Billboard chart entries, successful acting and producing career.
60	Sia	20,137,342,759	Multiple ARIA Awards, known for songwriting for major artists and powerful vocals.
61	Lil Uzi Vert	20,058,034,291	Grammy nominee, influential in emo rap and SoundCloud rap genres.
62	Marshmello	19,958,386,614	High-profile collaborations, popular masked figure in EDM.
63	Pritam	18,911,537,072	Multiple Filmfare Awards for Best Music Director in Bollywood.
64	Halsey	18,900,832,121	Multiple Billboard Music Awards, known for concept albums and distinctive voice.
65	Tyler, The Creator	18,758,343,588	Multiple Grammy Awards for Best Rap Album.
66	Twenty One Pilots	18,521,251,131	Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, known for genre-blending.
67	Miley Cyrus	18,232,739,230	Grammy Award winner, known for musical versatility and reinvention.
68	Myke Towers	18,148,934,898	Latin Grammy nominee, prominent figure in Latin trap/reggaeton.
69	Lil Baby	17,873,712,125	Grammy Award for Best Melodic Rap Performance, influential Atlanta rapper.
70	Junior H	17,835,718,114	Key figure in the sad sierreño and corridos tumbados subgenres.
71	Avicii	17,809,686,064	Posthumous Grammy nomination, iconic EDM tracks like “Levels” and “Wake Me Up”.
72	Red Hot Chili Peppers	17,636,619,376	Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, multiple Grammy Awards.
73	OneRepublic	17,441,094,750	Multiple Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist for her debut album.
74	Morgan Wallen	17,268,184,360	Multiple Billboard Music Awards, record-breaking streaming success for a country artist.
75	Kygo	16,719,832,839	Pioneer of the tropical house genre, significant global streaming success.
76	Farruko	16,681,457,597	Latin Grammy Award winner, known for versatility across Latin genres.
77	$uicideboy$	16,670,642,888	Cult following, influential in the underground trap scene.
78	Camila Cabello	16,511,013,040	Multiple Latin Grammy Awards, global hit “Havana”.
79	Michael Jackson	16,399,593,307	“King of Pop”, most successful entertainer of all time, numerous awards and records.
80	Frank Ocean	16,224,046,288	Multiple Grammy Awards, highly influential albums “Channel Orange” and “Blonde”.
81	Mac Miller	15,716,923,504	Posthumous Grammy nomination, critically acclaimed later work.
82	Gunna	15,557,581,819	Grammy nomination, known for popularizing the “drip” fashion style in hip-hop.
83	Elton John	15,348,679,499	Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, multiple Grammy and Academy Awards.
84	Lil Peep	15,318,222,523	Major figure in the emo rap genre, significant posthumous influence.
85	Pitbull	15,260,991,634	Grammy Award winner, “Mr. Worldwide”, known for numerous international collaborations.
86	The Neighbourhood	15,153,055,968	Multi-platinum hit single “Sweater Weather”.
87	Fuerza Regida	15,069,444,685	Leading group in the modern regional Mexican/urban corrido movement.
88	Metallica	15,044,798,218	Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, multiple Grammy Awards, pioneers of thrash metal.
89	Charlie Puth	14,992,642,885	Multiple Grammy nominations, known for pop hits and perfect pitch.
90	Sabrina Carpenter	14,597,083,749	Growing pop star with viral hits like “Espresso”, actress.
91	Jason Derulo	14,184,569,431	Grammy-nominated, frontman Ryan Tedder is a prolific songwriter/producer for others.
92	Demi Lovato	13,987,831,324	Grammy nominations, known for powerful vocals and advocacy work.
93	Zach Bryan	13,970,154,559	Grammy Award winner, rapid rise in popularity within country/folk with raw style.
94	AC/DC	13,933,718,014	Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, one of the best-selling bands of all time.
95	Romeo Santos	13,932,720,167	“King of Bachata”, pioneer of modern Bachata music, multiple Billboard Latin Music Awards.
96	BLACKPINK	13,876,443,763	Most-subscribed music artist on YouTube, numerous streaming records, global K-Pop phenomenon.
97	Pop Smoke	13,801,510,201	Posthumous Billboard #1 album, key figure in popularizing Brooklyn drill music.
98	Luis Miguel	13,801,345,458	“El Sol de México”, multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards, best-selling Latin artist for decades.
99	Alan Walker	13,800,926,496	Massive global hit “Faded”, popular masked DJ persona in EDM.
100	Ellie Goulding	13,642,523,935	BRIT Award winner, multiple platinum singles in the electropop genre.

Most Streamed Artist On Spotify Now (April)

Monthly listeners can give a snapshot of an artist’s current popularity on Spotify. This metric counts unique listeners over a month, making it a key indicator of trending artists and recent releases.

Here is a list of the top 10 most-streamed artists in April 2025.

Rank	Artist	Monthly listeners (millions)
1	Bruno Mars	134.97
2	The Weeknd	118.25
3	Lady Gaga	114.33
4	Billie Eilish	100.40
5	Kendrick Lamar	98.29
6	Coldplay	91.22
7	Rihanna	87.40
8	SZA	85.59
9	Bad Bunny	82.16
10	Taylor Swift	81.62

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Conclusion: Taylor Swift Is The Most Streamed Artist On Spotify

Taylor Swift currently holds the record as the most-streamed all-time artist, while Bruno Mars leads the monthly listeners. These achievements show not just the quality of their song but also their release strategies, cross-platform promotion, and the ability to connect with global audiences.

These most-streamed artists have mastered the art of creating music that connects with people even across borders, languages, and platforms.

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