The Weeknd’s ‘Blinding Lights’ Shatters Records, Surpasses 4 Billion Spotify Streams
The Weeknd, aka Abel Tesfaye, continues his dominance on the music charts, with his hit single “Blinding Lights” achieving a groundbreaking milestone. The track, produced by Max Martin and featured on the 2020 album “After Hours,” has officially become the first song to surpass four billion streams on Spotify, making history in the process.
In a statement expressing his gratitude, The Weeknd shared, “I’ll never stop being humbled by anything I create making its way to millions of people let alone billions! I’m so thankful this song makes people feel a way that they keep going back to listen.” The Canadian superstar not only broke the Spotify streaming record but also set a new personal best for monthly listeners, amassing over 113 million fans on the platform.
Fans and music enthusiasts took to social media to commend The Weeknd’s achievement, with one fan declaring him the “real new king of pop” and likening him to the legendary Michael Jackson. The accomplishment further solidifies The Weeknd’s position in the music industry.
Aside from “Blinding Lights,” The Weeknd made waves on the Spotify charts by surpassing his own records. Toward the end of 2023, “Starboy” climbed the ranks, securing the sixth spot on the list of the most-streamed songs on Spotify ever, with over 2.9 billion streams. This move nudged Drake’s “One Dance” down one spot.
Despite not releasing a new album in 2023, The Weeknd claimed the No. 3 spot among Spotify’s top streaming artists for the year, showcasing his enduring popularity. Excitement among fans surged when The Weeknd hinted at a potential third installment in his trilogy by posting the cover art for his last two albums, “After Hours” and “Dawn FM,” accompanied by a mysterious “3” emoji.
As anticipation builds for a potential new release, The Weeknd’s impact on the streaming landscape and his ability to break records underscore his status as one of the most influential and successful artists of the modern era.
Watch the music video and find Spotify’s official announcement below.
