Apple Music recently celebrated its 10th anniversary by unveiling its most-streamed songs of the decade, revealing a fascinating snapshot of global music tastes.
Ed Sheeran’s Unstoppable Reign
Topping the coveted list is Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You,” a true global phenomenon. This track spent an incredible 1,000 days ranked number one on the platform, consistently dominating the all-genre Top Songs chart in at least one country.
It still holds the record for Apple Music’s biggest first-day pop debut worldwide. Following closely at number two is The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights,” which impressively held a spot in the Global Daily Top 100 for over 180 days. The Weeknd also boasts nine entries on the full list, making him a dominant force in the R&B category.
Drake’s Unmatched Presence
Canadian rapper Drake showcases incredible longevity and popularity, with his track “God’s Plan” from the album *Scorpion* landing at number three. This song has become the most-streamed hip-hop song in Apple Music’s history.
Drake’s influence doesn’t stop there; he holds the most entries by any artist on the list, with a staggering 27 songs making the cut.
More Chart-Topping Hits
The top five is rounded out by Post Malone, who secures both the number four and five spots with “Sunflower” (featuring Swae Lee) from *Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse* and “Rockstar” (featuring 21 Savage).
Other major hits completing the top ten include Drake’s “One Dance” (featuring Wizkid and Kyla), Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode,” Ed Sheeran’s “Perfect,” Chris Brown’s “No Guidance,” and Billie Eilish’s “Bad Guy.”
Diverse Global Appeal
The full list highlights music’s global reach and genre diversity. K-pop sensation BTS made a significant impact with two entries: “Dynamite” at number 34 and “Butter” at 252, showcasing their immense international fanbase.
Taylor Swift also made a strong showing with 14 tracks, placing her second only to Drake in total entries, including fan favorites like “Blank Space” and “Cruel Summer.” Mariah Carey’s timeless holiday classic, “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” landed at number 100, marking it as the only holiday song on the list. Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” became the highest-ranked country music entry at number 60, while Billie Eilish led the alternative genre with nine featured songs.
Artist Reflections
In a special interview, Ed Sheeran reflected on the monumental success of “Shape of You.” He shared his gratitude, stating that “No one can take away the song. I’ll be able to play it forever… I’m just grateful I have songs like that—where you could be anywhere in the world, and if someone hands you a guitar, you can make people smile.”
- Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You” is Apple Music’s most-streamed song of the decade.
- Drake has the most songs on the list with 27 entries.
- The list highlights a blend of pop, hip-hop, R&B, K-pop, and country music dominance.
This comprehensive list from Apple Music provides a fascinating look into the songs that defined the past ten years of streaming, reflecting the evolving landscape of global music consumption.
