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The Weeknd becomes the first artist in Spotify history to have 30 songs with 1 billion streams
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The Weeknd becomes the first artist in Spotify history to have 30 songs with 1 billion streams.
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The Weeknd has reached a milestone no artist has achieved before.
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He is now the first artist in Spotify history to have 30 different songs surpass 1 billion streams each,
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further cementing his status as one of the most dominant figures of the streaming era.
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The achievement arrives during an already massive year for the Canadian superstar.
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In January, he released Hurry Up Tomorrow, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200
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and added another chart-topping album to his resume.
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Together, these accomplishments highlight the longevity, adaptability, and global reach that define his career.
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Reaching 1 billion streams on Spotify is rare, doing it 30 times is unprecedented.
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The Weeknd's billion-stream catalog spans more than a decade, stretching across multiple eras of his career.
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Early breakout records sit alongside pop crossovers and darker R&B cuts,
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showing how his music continues to resonate long after release.
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While streaming often favors new material, The Weeknd has defied that trend.
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Fans consistently return to his older songs,
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driving sustained listening numbers that make this record especially significant.
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These milestones reflect real listener behavior, daily choices made by fans worldwide.
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Many artists peak quickly and fade.
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The Weeknd has taken the opposite path.
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From his early mixtape days to global stardom,
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each album expanded his sound without sacrificing identity.
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That balance has allowed him to stay relevant as trends shifted around him.
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Streaming platforms reward long-term engagement,
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and The Weeknd has mastered that ecosystem.
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His 30 billion stream songs aren't tied to one era or one album.
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They represent a career built steadily, song by song.
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The release of Hurry Up Tomorrow marked another major moment.
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Debuting at number one on the Billboard 200,
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the album blends familiar darkness with fresh energy.
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High-profile collaborations with Future, Playboy Cardi, Travis Scott, and Anita
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broaden the album's appeal while maintaining The Weeknd's signature tone.
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The project feels equally designed for long-time fans and new listeners discovering his catalog.
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Each collaboration on Hurry Up Tomorrow feels intentional.
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From gritty rap elements to global pop influence,
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the features expand his reach without overshadowing his vision.
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This approach brings in new audiences,
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while keeping core fans engaged,
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contributing to long-term streaming success across platforms.
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The Weeknd's influence extends far beyond Spotify numbers.
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His music shapes pop culture, visual aesthetics,
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and modern R&B trends.
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30 billion stream songs reflect worldwide appeal across borders and cultures.
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In an era defined by fast content,
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this level of staying power is rare,
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and it solidifies The Weeknd's place in music history.
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