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Spotify releases historical ranking with Taylor Swift as most-streamed artist

2 sources · 24 Apr 2026

Spotify released for the first time data about the most-streamed artists, songs and albums in its entire history. Taylor Swift ranked first as the platform's most-streamed artist, followed by Bad Bunny in second place.

Spotify released historical streaming data for the first time, revealing the most-played artists, songs and albums since the platform's launch. Taylor Swift established herself as a global phenomenon by transitioning between country and pop, accumulating multiple Grammy wins and reaching a new level of influence through re-recording her catalog and the success of The Eras Tour.

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Spotify released for the first time data about the most-streamed songs, artists and albums in its entire history

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Taylor Swift leads as the platform's most-streamed artist

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Bad Bunny appears in second place in the ranking

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BTS is in 12th place in the ranking

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The most-streamed song is 'Blinding Lights' by The Weeknd

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