Breaking Records: The 20 Most Streamed Songs on Spotify of All Time
Music streaming has become a significant part of our daily lives, allowing us to listen to our favorite songs anytime, anywhere. With the rise of platforms like Spotify, music streaming has become more accessible and convenient for listeners around the world. It’s no surprise that many artists have broken records and set new ones with their music’s popularity on Spotify. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the 20 most streamed songs on Spotify of all time and the artists behind them.
1. “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran
With over 2.7 billion streams, “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran takes the top spot on this list. Released in 2017, this pop hit was an instant success, topping charts in over 30 countries and becoming the most streamed song of all time on Spotify.
2. “One Dance” by Drake ft. Wizkid and Kyla
Coming in at number two is “One Dance” by Drake featuring Wizkid and Kyla. This dancehall-inspired track was released in 2016 and has amassed over 2.5 billion streams on Spotify.
3. “rockstar” by Post Malone ft. 21 Savage
Post Malone’s “rockstar” takes the third spot with over 2.4 billion streams. This hip-hop track, featuring 21 Savage, was released in 2017 and became an instant hit, topping charts in multiple countries.
4. “Closer” by The Chainsmokers ft. Halsey
“Closer” by The Chainsmokers featuring Halsey has over 2.3 billion streams on Spotify, making it the fourth most streamed song of all time. This electronic dance track was released in 2016 and quickly became a fan favorite.
5. “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran makes another appearance on this list with his hit song “Thinking Out Loud.” Released in 2014, this romantic ballad has over 2.2 billion streams on Spotify, solidifying Sheeran’s spot as one of the most popular artists on the platform.
6. “Lean On” by Major Lazer ft. DJ Snake and MØ
“Lean On” by Major Lazer featuring DJ Snake and MØ has over 2.1 billion streams on Spotify, making it the sixth most streamed song of all time. This electronic dance track was released in 2015 and quickly became a global hit.
7. “Despacito (Remix)” by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber
“Despacito (Remix)” by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber is the seventh most streamed song on Spotify with over 2 billion streams. This remix version of the original Spanish hit was released in 2017 and quickly became a worldwide sensation.
8. “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
“Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars has over 1.9 billion streams on Spotify, making it the eighth most streamed song of all time. Released in 2014, this funky track dominated the charts and became a staple at parties and events.
9. “Sorry” by Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber’s hit song “Sorry” has over 1.9 billion streams on Spotify, solidifying its spot as the ninth most streamed song of all time. Released in 2015, this pop track was a massive success and helped Bieber make a comeback in the music industry.

Breaking Records: The 20 Most Streamed Songs on Spotify of All Time
10. “Love Yourself” by Justin Bieber
Another hit by Justin Bieber, “Love Yourself,” takes the tenth spot on this list with over 1.8 billion streams on Spotify. This acoustic pop track was released in 2015 and quickly became a fan favorite.
11. “Don’t Let Me Down” by The Chainsmokers ft. Daya
“Don’t Let Me Down” by The Chainsmokers featuring Daya has over 1.8 billion streams on Spotify, making it the eleventh most streamed song of all time. This electronic dance track was released in 2016 and became a global hit.
12. “Happier” by Marshmello ft. Bastille
“Happier” by Marshmello featuring Bastille has over 1.8 billion streams on Spotify, making it the twelfth most streamed song of all time. This emotional track was released in 2018 and quickly became a fan favorite.
13. “I Took a Pill in Ibiza (Seeb Remix)” by Mike Posner
“I Took a Pill in Ibiza (Seeb Remix)” by Mike Posner has over 1.8 billion streams on Spotify, making it the thirteenth most streamed song of all time. This remix version of the original 2015 track was released in 2016 and became an international hit.
14. “Something Just Like This” by The Chainsmokers and Coldplay
“Something Just Like This” by The Chainsmokers and Coldplay has over 1.8 billion streams on Spotify, making it the fourteenth most streamed song of all time. This collaboration between the two popular artists was released in 2017 and became a chart-topper.
15. “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake
“Can’t Stop the Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake has over 1.7 billion streams on Spotify, securing its spot as the fifteenth most streamed song of all time. This upbeat pop track was released in 2016 and became a staple on dance floors and radio stations.
16. “Starboy” by The Weeknd ft. Daft Punk
“Starboy” by The Weeknd featuring Daft Punk has over 1.7 billion streams on Spotify, making it the sixteenth most streamed song of all time. This R&B infused track was released in 2016 and quickly became a fan favorite.
17. “Sunflower” by Post Malone and Swae Lee
“Sunflower” by Post Malone and Swae Lee has over 1.7 billion streams on Spotify, making it the seventeenth most streamed song of all time. This collaboration was released in 2018 as part of the soundtrack for the movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and became a hit on the charts.
18. “Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa
“Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa has over 1.6 billion streams on Spotify, securing its spot as the eighteenth most streamed song of all time. This disco-inspired track was released in 2019 and became an instant success.
19. “Believer” by Imagine Dragons
“Believer” by Imagine Dragons has over 1.6 billion streams on Spotify, making it the nineteenth most streamed song of all time. This alternative rock track was released in 2017 and quickly became a fan favorite.
20. “Havana” by Camila Cabello ft. Young Thug
“Havana” by Camila Cabello featuring Young Thug takes the twentieth spot on this list with over 1.6 billion streams on Spotify. This Latin-inspired pop track was released in 2017 and became a massive hit worldwide.
In summary, these 20 songs have broken records and set new ones with their immense popularity on Spotify. From pop to hip-hop to electronic dance, these tracks represent a diverse range of genres and showcase the power of music in connecting people worldwide. With millions of streams and counting, these songs have solidified their place in music history and continue to be fan favorites on the platform.
