Taylor Swift Surpasses Bad Bunny as Spotify’s Most-Played Artist of 2023
In a surprising turn of events, Taylor Swift has claimed the title of Spotify’s most-played artist of 2023, surpassing Bad Bunny who had held the coveted position for the past three years. Swift’s impressive accomplishment has been fueled by her massive fanbase, as she has accumulated over 26.1 billion streams since January 1, making her the top-streamed artist globally.
Coming in at the second spot is none other than Bad Bunny himself, followed closely by The Weeknd, Drake, and Peso Pluma. While Bad Bunny may have conceded the top spot to Swift, his album “Un Verano Sin Ti” remains the most-streamed album for the second consecutive year, with a staggering 4.5 billion global streams.
But it’s not just albums that are making waves on Spotify. The most-streamed song of the year goes to Miley Cyrus with her hit track “Flowers,” which has garnered an impressive 1.6 billion streams worldwide.
Turning our focus to the United States, Swift continues to dominate the charts as the most streamed artist on Spotify, followed by Drake and Morgan Wallen. Wallen’s song “Last Night” takes the spotlight as the most streamed song in the US, while his album “One Thing at a Time” reigns as the most streamed album.
In addition to Spotify, Wallen’s success has extended to Apple Music, where “Last Night” topped its global song chart in 2023, further solidifying his position as a rising star in the industry.
The top artists on Spotify Wrapped are typically featured prominently across the platform, including its influential playlists. This recognition not only brings joy to fans but also provides invaluable exposure and recognition for artists.
While Spotify’s immense popularity may seem like a gold mine for artists, it’s important to note the intricacies of its payment structure. The streaming giant pays artists around $.003 to $.005 per stream, and a new policy set for 2024 will eliminate payment for songs with less than 1,000 annual streams. This change has sparked a heated debate within the music industry regarding fair compensation for artists.
As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s clear that Taylor Swift has solidified her reign as the queen of streaming. With her unparalleled success on Spotify and the undying support of her fans, Swift’s star continues to shine brighter than ever before.
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