Kendrick Lamar Sets Spotify Record After Historic Super Bowl Performance

On Feb 13, 2025

American rapper Kendrick Lamar has reached a historic milestone in music streaming, becoming the rapper with the highest number of monthly listeners on Spotify. His audience count skyrocketed to 88.8 million, setting a new record and reinforcing his status as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of his era.

The surge came after Lamar’s electrifying Super Bowl halftime show performance on Sunday, where he captivated a record-breaking audience. With over 133 million viewers, the event became the most-watched halftime show in history, further amplifying Lamar’s cultural dominance.

During the performance, the ‘Not Like Us’ hitmaker thrilled fans with tracks from his latest album, GNX, along with his explosive Drake-diss anthem, ‘Not Like Us’. The song, which has been widely regarded as a defining moment in his ongoing rivalry with Drake, played a key role in fueling the surge in his streaming numbers.

Lamar’s latest achievement adds to his already impressive legacy, proving his continued relevance and massive global fanbase in the ever-evolving hip-hop landscape.

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