You probably (most likely) hear music everyday, whether you like it or not. Singers like Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran have been played countless times on the radio! Buuut, have you ever stopped to think about what songs have been played the most? What song has been listened to so many times everyone knows the lyrics? Below I will list the most popular and most streamed songs in the last few years!!
5. As It Was- Harry Styles
Harry Styles’ “As It Was” is the 5th most popular song with over 3.3 billion streams! Harry Styles began creating music in 2010 as part of the well known boy band, One Direction. Styles went on tour in 2021 through 2023. He has released 3 albums and hopefully will continue to release more!!
4. Sunflower- Post Malone feat. Swae Lee
Our 4th most popular song is “Sunflower” by Post Malone featuring Swae Lee. This song reached insane numbers with 3.37 billion views! This song was heard in the 2018 film “Into the Spider-Verse,” and became a large part of promoting the movie.This song is known for being a cool relaxing beat, and has rightfully earned the praise!!
3. Someone You Loved- Lewis Capaldi
The 3rd most streamed song on the list today is “Someone You Loved" by Lewis Capaldi. This song beat out #4 with 3.4 billion views!! This song became the Scottish singer’s first #1 single and was released on November 8th 2018. The song was nominated for song of the year, and eventually won the award at the 2020 Brit Awards!
2. Shape of You- Ed Sheeran
Crushing number 3 Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You,” is the number 2 most popular song with 3.9 billion streams. The song topped charts in 34 different countries, and was the top song in 2017!! Born in Yorkshire, Ed Sheeran won the 2012 award for Best British Male Solo Artist! He has released 7 studio albums, which are all pretty popular!
1. Blinding Lights- The Weeknd
The one you have all been waiting for, the #1 song!! The number one song with 4.3 billion streams is, “Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd! This song was hugely popular and was the top song for 4 weeks!! The Weeknd also had a very successful super bowl show, in 2021!!
So now you know the top 5 most popular songs!! Did you make a guess and get any right?? If so, comment below!