Kendrick Lamar continues to break records and redefine his place in hip-hop history, recently achieving the highest-ever monthly listeners on Spotify for a rapper.
As of February 13, 2025, Lamar has reached an astonishing 91.1 million monthly listeners, surpassing the previous record held by Drake at 86.6 million.
Lamar’s recent Super Bowl halftime performance played a key role in this surge. The highly-watched performance, which garnered 126 million viewers, propelled Kendrick’s Spotify profile to new heights, adding a massive 2.5 million monthly listeners in just 48 hours.
But it’s not just the performance—Lamar’s catalog has been consistently driving streams, with several of his songs gaining millions of plays.
Breaking Down the Stats
Lamar’s most popular songs on Spotify are dominating the platform. His top five tracks include:
- “Luther“ – Over 420 million streams
- “TV Off“ – Over 280 million streams
- “Not Like Us“ – Over 1 billion streams
- “Squabble Up“ – Over 217 million streams
- “All The Stars” – Nearly 2 billion streams
These numbers are part of a larger catalog that continues to bring in massive plays. Classics like “HUMBLE.” (2.4 billion streams), “Money Trees” (1.7 billion streams), and “LOVE.” (1.5 billion streams) keep Lamar at the forefront of global music consumption.
Cultural Impact and the Super Bowl
While Drake fans might argue his dominance in the rap world, Lamar’s accomplishments speak for themselves. His rise to 88.9 million listeners is a testament to the impact of his artistry, and the Super Bowl performance was a moment that cemented his place in cultural history.
Not only did the show capture millions of eyes, but it also highlighted Lamar’s ability to remain true to his art while commanding a mainstream audience.
As of now, Lamar’s presence in music, and particularly on streaming platforms, is undeniable, and it’s clear his career is only continuing to reach greater heights.
