The holiday season has brought cheer to music fans and artists alike, with several records being broken on global music streaming platform, Spotify. Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Bruno Mars has made history by becoming the most listened-to artist on Spotify, with a whopping 140 million monthly listeners. His festive tracks, including “White Christmas,” “24k Christmas,” and “That’s Why I Like Christmas,” have contributed to his surge in popularity.

Meanwhile, Ariana Grande has dethroned Taylor Swift as the female artist with the most monthly listeners on Spotify, racking up an impressive 117.319 million listeners during the holiday season. This achievement solidifies Grande’s position as one of the most popular and influential artists in the music industry.

In other news, Spotify has crowned Burna Boy as the most streamed African artist on the platform in 2024. The Nigerian singer’s impressive streaming numbers have earned him a spot at the top of the African charts, followed closely by other talented artists from the continent, including Tyla, Ayra Starr, Rema, and Tems. These artists have made significant waves in the global music scene, and their inclusion on Spotify’s list is a testament to their hard work and dedication to their craft.

As the music industry continues to evolve, it’s exciting to see artists from diverse backgrounds and genres achieving success and breaking records on platforms like Spotify. With the rise of African artists on the global stage, it’s clear that the continent is producing some of the most innovative and talented musicians in the world.