The Weeknd, a Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer, has broken yet another record. He became the first artist in Spotify history to hit 100 million monthly listeners on the streaming platform, a significant achievement that sets him apart from other leading musicians. This milestone is a testament to his exceptional talent and the unwavering loyalty of his fans.
Spotify announced the news of The Weeknd’s achievement via their official Twitter and Instagram accounts on February 27th, describing it as “official.” The artist, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, has now set a new high-water mark on the platform, leaving behind other musical heavyweights by tens of millions. At the time of writing, Drake has 68.6 million monthly listeners, Taylor Swift has 80.3 million, and even with the record-breaking success of her latest single “Flowers,” Miley Cyrus has 82.5 million monthly listeners.
The Weeknd’s latest streaming milestone comes just a few days after he dropped a new remix of his hit song “Die for You” with Ariana Grande. The duet version of the song, which was originally released during The Weeknd’s Starboy era, marks the fourth time the two musicians have collaborated. They previously worked together on “Love Me Harder” in 2014, “Off the Table” in 2020, and “Save Your Tears” in 2021.
In addition to his latest Spotify achievement and his new collaboration with Ariana Grande, The Weeknd’s concert special, “The Weeknd: Live at SoFi Stadium,” premiered on HBO Max over the weekend. The special features the Canadian crooner performing during last year’s “After Hours ‘Til Dawn Tour,” showcasing his electrifying stage presence and vocal range. The musical documentary marks the end of The Weeknd’s album cycle for “Dawn FM,” which he confirmed via Twitter earlier this month. He tweeted, “HBO concert will be the last piece of Dawn FM. I can see the horizon.”
Overall, The Weeknd’s 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify and his other recent achievements are a testament to his remarkable talent, creative vision, and unwavering dedication to his art. He has cemented his position as one of the most successful and influential musicians of our time, and his legacy is sure to continue to inspire future generations.