Explore the remarkable collection of 95 rock and metal songs that have achieved over one billion streams on Spotify, a testament to their enduring popularity and impact in the music industry. This impressive milestone highlights the explosive growth of these genres in the digital streaming era, showcasing the songs that have captivated audiences worldwide.
Spotify’s BILLIONS CLUB playlist now boasts over 850 tracks, continually updating to feature the most recent hits that have surpassed the billion-stream benchmark on this popular music platform. With rock and metal representing more than 10 percent of this exclusive playlist, it?s clear that these genres still resonate with listeners, proving their relevance in today?s music scene.
It’s particularly noteworthy that every decade since the 1960s has produced at least one rock or metal song that has reached the billion streams milestone. Furthermore, the 2020s have already seen a song cross this impressive threshold, indicating that the legacy of these genres is very much alive and evolving.
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Both Queen and Arctic Monkeys lead the pack with five songs each that have garnered over a billion streams. In a surprising twist, legendary band The Beatles, known for their record-breaking sales and numerous No. 1 hits, have managed to secure only one song on this elite list. This juxtaposition underscores the changing landscape of music consumption.
NOT INCLUDED: The definition of rock has broadened significantly in contemporary music, and this list deliberately excludes pop/rock artists such as Imagine Dragons, Maroon 5, Twenty One Pilots, 5 Seconds of Summer, Coldplay, Goo Goo Dolls, Gym Class Heroes, and Train.
Uncover which rock and metal songs have earned the prestigious status of over a billion Spotify streams in the detailed list below.
Discover the 95 Rock + Metal Songs That Surpassed One Billion Spotify Streams
Here, we recap the iconic rock and metal tracks that have eclipsed the significant milestone of one billion streams on Spotify, celebrating their popularity and cultural impact.
NOT INCLUDED: The definition of rock today encompasses a wide range of styles, and for the purpose of this list, we have chosen not to include pop/rock acts such as Imagine Dragons, Maroon 5, Twenty One Pilots, 5 Seconds of Summer, Coldplay, Goo Goo Dolls, Gym Class Heroes, and Train.
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