Drake Dominates Spotify as Highest-Streamed Rapper of 2023, While Metro Boomin Claims Album Crown
In the year-end roundup of music streaming, Drake and Metro Boomin emerge as titans in the industry, each securing a notable accolade that reflects their significant influence on Spotify in 2023.
According to Chart Data’s report on Sunday (December 31), Drake reigns supreme as “the #1 most streamed rapper on Spotify in 2023, with over 17.6 billion streams.” This achievement adds to the Canadian superstar’s extensive list of records, although it’s worth noting that Taylor Swift set the overall record for the most streams in a single year on the platform.
On another front, Metro Boomin, the renowned producer, takes the spotlight with his album “Heroes & Villains,” which has become “the MOST streamed rap album of 2023 with 3.3 billion streams on Spotify,” making it the sole rap album to surpass 3 billion streams this year, as reported by Our Generation Music.
While both artists amass monumental streaming figures, Metro Boomin’s album accomplishment underscores his impact in the realm of full-length projects. This news arrives amidst previous speculations about a potential feud between Drake and Metro Boomin, which the producer clarified last month on Twitter, stating that the tension was “not deep at all.”
The drama initially unfolded when Metro Boomin commented on the streaming figures of his album compared to Drake and 21 Savage’s “Her Loss.” Despite differences in numbers, Metro emphasized his indifference towards awards, highlighting that the true reward lies in bringing joy to people’s lives through music.
Drake, seemingly responding to Metro’s comments, posted cryptic messages on Instagram Stories and unfollowed Metro on Instagram. However, Metro Boomin downplayed the feud, expressing his lack of concern for awards and emphasizing the real reward in connecting with listeners.
As both artists continue to dominate the music scene, their achievements in 2023 underscore their enduring influence and the impact of their work on streaming platforms.
