In a historical minute for the music streaming market, The Weeknd, likewise referred to as Abel Tesfaye, has actually accomplished an exceptional accomplishment as his hit single ‘Blinding Lights’ ends up being the very first tune to go beyond 4 billion streams on Spotify
This turning point marks a considerable shift in the hierarchy of the most-streamed tunes on the platform, dismissing Ed Sheeran’s ‘Shape of You’ from the leading area.
Launched in 2019, ‘Blinding Lights’ has not just end up being a cultural phenomenon however has actually now protected its location as the all-time most-streamed tune on Spotify, boasting over 4.005 billion streams.
The Weeknd’s supremacy on the platform is even more highlighted by his 2016 hit ‘Starboy’ (including Daft Punk), protecting the 6th position in the Top 10 most-streamed tunes.
Ed Sheeran’s ‘Shape of You,’ which had actually held the crown as the most-streamed tune, now takes the 2nd area with 3.749 billion streams.
The Top 10 list likewise includes other international experiences, consisting of Lewis Capaldi, Post Malone, Swae Lee, Tones and I, Harry Styles, Drake including WizKid and Kyla, The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber, and Post Malone including 21 Savage.
Upon accomplishing this turning point, The Weeknd revealed his appreciation, mentioning, “I’ll never ever stop being humbled by anything I produce making its method to countless individuals not to mention billions! I’m so grateful this tune makes individuals feel a manner in which they keep returning to listen.