Drake has been named the most streamed artist of all time on Apple Music, according to a list published by Chart Data in collaboration with the streaming platform. The ranking, released to mark Chart Data's 10th anniversary, features 20 of the biggest global music stars of the last decade.
Top 20 Most Streamed Artists on Apple Music
The list is dominated by American musicians, particularly hip hop artists, who occupy 10 of the 20 spots. Canadian superstars also feature prominently, with Drake, Justin Bieber, and The Weeknd making the cut.
Artists Ranked 20 to 11
- 20. Eminem – The rapper's extensive catalog of hits continues to attract streams.
- 19. Justin Bieber – The Canadian pop star has billions of streams from his decade-long career.
- 18. Ed Sheeran – The British singer-songwriter boasts several era-defining hits.
- 17. Rod Wave – American rapper known for his emotional style.
- 16. Gunna – Atlanta rapper with a strong streaming presence.
- 15. Lil Durk – Chicago drill rapper with a loyal fanbase.
- 14. Kendrick Lamar – 27-time Grammy winner and critically acclaimed rapper.
- 13. Chris Brown – Multi-talented singer, rapper, and dancer.
- 12. Ariana Grande – One of two women in the top 20, defining the streaming era.
- 11. Travis Scott – Superstar rapper and producer with massive streaming numbers.
Artists Ranked 10 to 1
- 10. Post Malone – Rapper and singer with multiple diamond records.
- 9. Kanye West – Global music icon with a celebrated catalog.
- 8. Morgan Wallen – Country star who has risen rapidly to superstardom.
- 7. The Weeknd – Canadian megastar and pop icon.
- 6. Lil Baby – Leading voice in contemporary rap.
- 5. Bad Bunny – Puerto Rican star and one of the biggest Latin artists of all time.
- 4. YoungBoy Never Broke Again – Most RIAA-certified rapper of all time.
- 3. Future – Atlanta rapper known for popularizing trap music.
- 2. Taylor Swift – Second female artist in the top 20 and best-selling star.
- 1. Drake – Canadian rapper with unmatched commercial dominance over a decade.
The list reflects the popularity of American music on Apple Music, which launched in the US in 2015. Rappers dominate the chart, highlighting the platform's strong hip hop audience.
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