Spotify has billions of streams daily and access to over 100 million songs. It is the preferred platform for music fans globally. Spotify boasts over 626 million active users, including 236 million paying subscribers.
Below, find the top ten most listened-to songs of all time in this article, with data updated as of October 2024.
10. ‘Closer’ – The Chainsmokers (feat. Halsey)
Streams: 2.99 billion
The Chainsmokers and Halsey’s “Closer” became an anthem of the mid-2010s, embodying the soundscape of many parties and social gatherings. Its lyrics depict a volatile yet nostalgic relationship, resonating with a global fanbase and securing its status as a long-standing hit.
In the United States, “Closer” marked the first time both The Chainsmokers and Halsey reached the number one position on the Billboard Hot 100. The track held the top spot for 12 consecutive weeks, making it the most successful EDM song of the 2010s on the Billboard Decade-End chart, according to Billboard.
9. ‘Rockstar’ – Post Malone (feat. 21 Savage)
Streams: 3.04 billion
Embodying the lavish lifestyle often celebrated in rock and hip-hop, “Rockstar” helped cement Post Malone’s status as a major influence in modern music culture. The track combines a moody melody with compelling lyrics, drawing listeners into its narrative of excess and fame.
“Rockstar” climbed to number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, marking the first chart-topping hit for both Post Malone and 21 Savage. The song also earned Record of the Year nominations and Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.
8. ‘Dance Monkey’ – Tones And I
Streams: 3.15 billion
“Dance Monkey” rushed from street performances to international fame. It is characterized by its lively beat and distinctive vocal style. The song discusses the pressures performers face in a way that propels them up the charts in numerous countries.
The Australian singer Tones and I released “Dance Monkey” in 2019. The song topped the official singles charts in over 38 countries and reached the top ten in many others, including the United States. It set a record by holding the number-one spot on the Australian singles chart for 24 non-consecutive weeks.
7. ‘One Dance’ – Drake (feat. WizKid & Kyla)
Streams: 3.36 billion
Drake’s “One Dance” mixes Afrobeat, dancehall, and smooth R&B, showcasing his versatility as an artist. This track was crucial in Drake’s career, helping him reach audiences worldwide and solidify his reputation as a global music icon.
“One Dance” reached number one in 15 countries, including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States, marking Drake’s first number-one single as the lead artist in all these regions. In the UK, it became the longest-running top 10 single of the 2010s, holding a spot for 15 consecutive weeks at the top of the UK Singles Chart, tying it for the joint-second most extended successive number one. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 in the US for ten non-consecutive weeks.
6. ‘Starboy’ – The Weeknd
Streams: 3.51 billion
In “Starboy,” The Weeknd collaborates with Daft Punk, exploring his alter ego’s complexities amidst fame and material wealth. The track’s blend of R&B and electronic elements drew a wide listenership, marking a bold evolution in The Weeknd’s music career.
“Starboy” reached the top of the charts in multiple countries, including Canada, France, the Netherlands, New Zealand, and Sweden, as well as the US Billboard Hot 100. For The Weeknd, it was his third number-one hit, marking Daft Punk’s first and only chart-topping song in the US.
5. ‘Sunflower’ – Post Malone & Swae Lee
Streams: 3.54 billion
“Sunflower” marks Post Malone’s second entry in the top ten most streamed songs on Spotify. Part of the soundtrack for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, “Sunflower,” mirrors the film’s themes of growth and resilience. Its smooth, catchy rhythm made it a favorite, appealing to fans of the film and artists alike.
By December 2023, it was poised to become the first song to achieve a new certification level in the United States, signifying 20 million units in sales, with the certification officially granted in February 2024. Additionally, “Sunflower” was the fourth-best-selling R&B song of the 2010s decade in the US. On the Billboard Global 200 singles chart, the song peaked at number 20 on June 24, 2023.
4. ‘As It Was’ – Harry Styles
Streams: 3.57 billion
Harry Styles explores change and introspection in “As It Was,” combining synth-pop rhythms with thoughtful lyrics. This song highlights Styles’ growth as a solo artist and appeals widely for its catchy tune and emotional depth.
“As It Was” received widespread acclaim from music critics and debuted at the top of the UK Singles Chart. It marked Harry Styles’ second solo number-one single, following “Sign of the Times” in April 2017. According to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), “As It Was” was the best-selling global single in 2022, accumulating 2.28 billion subscription stream equivalents worldwide.
3. ‘Someone You Loved’ – Lewis Capaldi
Streams: 3.61 billion
Lewis Capaldi’s powerful ballad “Someone You Loved” centers on the profound impact of loss and heartbreak. The song was the third single from Lewis Capaldi’s second extended play, “Breach” (2018), and was later featured on his debut album, “Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent” (2019).
“Someone You Loved” achieved commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart. It marked Capaldi’s first No. 1 single, remaining at the top for seven consecutive weeks. Additionally, it was the best-selling single of 2019 in the UK.
2. ‘Shape of You’ – Ed Sheeran
Streams: 4.04 billion
Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You” broke multiple records. Originally written for another artist, its release under Sheeran’s name turned it into one of his most triumphant tracks, cherished by a broad audience. The song topped the singles charts in 34 countries, including the US Billboard Hot 100, and was the best-performing song in 2017.
On December 10, 2018, “Shape of You” became the first song to reach 2 billion streams on Spotify. It currently holds over 4 billion streams, making it the second most streamed song on the platform, just behind “Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd, which continues to lead the streaming charts.
1. ‘Blinding Lights’ – The Weeknd
Streams: 4.50 billion
“Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd is Spotify’s most streamed song of all time, with an impressive 4.50 billion streams as of October 2024!
The song achieved several milestones on Spotify. It was the platform’s most-streamed song of 2020, with nearly 1.6 billion streams. By February 24, 2021, it became the first song by a Canadian artist, and only the fourth song ever, to surpass two billion plays, achieving this in less than 15 months.
It reached another milestone on June 15, 2022, becoming the first song by a Canadian artist and only the second song in history to surpass three billion streams, setting the record for the fastest to reach this number. On January 1, 2023, it surpassed Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You” to become the most streamed song of all time on Spotify, boasting over 3.332 billion streams at that time.
