In brief, if you’re in a hurry:
- Spotify Wrapped was released on Wednesday, December 3rd
- Bad Bunny is the most streamed artist in the world
- Sfera Ebbasta is the most streamed artist in Italy
- Monthly Wrapped: a year-round feature that offers mini-analyses while waiting for the full Wrapped.
- Why all the hype: Spotify Wrapped has become a cultural phenomenon that takes over social media every December with personalized stats, memes, and screenshots ready to be proudly shared.
The (long) moment of Spotify Wrapped
It’s Spotify Wrapped season again. A time of year that, for several years now, has meant social media overflowing with numbers and artist names that, in some way, reveal something about who we are; or at least, that’s what we like to believe, show and sometimes fake.
In nearly ten years, Spotify Wrapped has gone from being a simple summary of the most played songs to a full cultural event capable of generating memes, endless debates, and a certain competition among users claiming the title of “best musical taste.”
Bad Bunny dominates the world, “Die With A Smile” is the song of the year
On an international level, 2025 is once again the year of Bad Bunny. With over 18.8 billion streams, the Puerto Rican artist confirms for the fourth time that he is the most streamed musician in the world. A result celebrated by Spotify with a dedicated short film, global events, and special content.
Following him on the global podium:
- Taylor Swift
- The Weeknd
- Drake
- Billie Eilish
The most streamed song worldwide is “Die With A Smile” by Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, a true global hit with over 1.7 billion streams. Rounding out the global top five are Birds of a Feather by Billie Eilish, the viral APT. by Rosé & Bruno Mars, Ordinary by Alex Warren, and DtMF by Bad Bunny.
As for albums, Bad Bunny triumphs again with DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, followed by the soundtrack of the Netflix film KPop Demon Hunters and Hit Me Hard and Soft by Billie Eilish.
Italy: Sfera Ebbasta returns to the top and Olly dominates Sanremo and the charts
In Italy, 2025 marks the return of Sfera Ebbasta at number one in the national ranking of most streamed artists, followed by Shiva, Guè, Geolier, and Marracash. The new rap wave is also rising: Tony Boy enters the top ten, while Olly establishes himself as a symbol of the new pop-singer-songwriter generation.
Sanremo remains the heart of Italian music
Among the most streamed songs in Italy, four come from the Festival:
- Balorda nostalgia – Olly & Juli
- Incoscienti Giovani – Achille Lauro
- La cura per me – Giorgia
- Battito – Fedez
Also on the podium are Neon by Sfera Ebbasta & Shiva, and the Latin hit DtMF by Bad Bunny, reflecting an increasingly international audience.
The most streamed albums in Italy
- Tutta vita (Sempre) – Olly
- Dio lo sa – Geolier
- Santana Money Gang – Sfera Ebbasta & Shiva
- DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS – Bad Bunny
- La bellavita – Artie 5ive
Italian artists most streamed abroad
The success of Italian music continues beyond national borders. For the fourth consecutive year, MĂĄneskin remain the most streamed Italian artists globally. Following them:
- Gabry Ponte
- Ludovico Einaudi
- Damiano David (with his solo album Funny Little Fears (Dreams))
- Laura Pausini
Completing the top 10: Meduza, Eros Ramazzotti, Andrea Bocelli, Gigi D’Agostino, and Baby Gang.
Podcasts: true crime rules in Italy, Joe Rogan dominates the world
The podcast scene is no exception: in 2025, true crime continues to captivate Italian listeners. Elisa True Crime is the most streamed podcast for the third year in a row, followed by Indagini by Stefano Nazzi. Also in the top 5 are Stories by Cecilia Sala, Passa dal BSMT by Gianluca Gazzoli, and One more time by Luca Casadei.
Globally, The Joe Rogan Experience maintains the top spot for the sixth consecutive year. A now-clear trend emerges: half of the most popular podcasts are video podcasts. And that requires significant data traffic: so why not check out the best 5G plans available in Italy?
How to see your Spotify Wrapped 2025
Spotify Wrapped 2025 is accessible directly from the updated app’s home page (iOS and Android), highlighted by a large banner reading “Your Wrapped 2025 Is Here.” In short, it’s impossible to miss. One tap takes you into your personalized story. The dedicated icon next to your profile picture also offers quick access to Wrapped.
This year Spotify expands its features even further:
- Top Album, showing your position within an artist’s fanbase
- Listening Age, comparing your habits to those of your peers
- Wrapped Party, allowing you to compare your results with other users
- Renewed Top Songs, revealing how many times you listened to your top 100 tracks
- Top Song Quiz, a game based on your listening habits
An evolution that confirms Wrapped as one of the most powerful engagement tools in the tech sector: keep in mind that streaming represents 84% of the music industry’s revenue in the United States, and Spotify dominates the global market with 713 million users, 281 million of whom are subscribers.
All the Spotify Wrapped 2025 Clubs and Roles
On Spotify’s news page, you can find all the new clubs and roles introduced this year.
Clubs:
- Cloud State Society: Your club finds peace through music. New members receive house plants.
- Grit Collective: Your club believes in rebellion through music. There is no club rulebook.
- Club Serotonin: Your club thrives on good vibes. Members insist on natural lighting.
- Full Charge Crew: Your club is committed to endless partying. Events are high-energy, zero-chill.
- Cosmic Stereo Club: Your club transcends earthly boundaries through music. Clubhouse seating consists entirely of bean bags.
- Soft Hearts Club: Your club believes vulnerability is key to great music. Its doors are always open.
Roles:
- Leader: Your listening strongly aligns with club values, making you a role model.
- Scout: You listen to the freshest releases, always pushing your club forward.
- Archivist: You dive into past musical eras, preserving your club’s history.
- Curator: You create focused playlists, blending the best of your club.
- Collector: You save music frequently, building a large club library.
- Recruiter: You share music widely, attracting new club members.
- Loyalist: You rarely skip tracks, showing unwavering dedication.
- Supporter: You favor one artist, ensuring they’re heard throughout the club.
- Broadcaster: You listen to more podcasts than others, keeping conversations alive.
- Specialist: You explore experimental sounds, shaping your club’s sonic boundaries.
What are Monthly Wrapped / Listening Stats?
If waiting becomes unbearable, the Listening Stats feature serves as a mini-Wrapped available year-round.
You can check:
- your most played songs
- favorite artists
- listening streaks
- genre overview
Just tap your profile picture and select → Listening Stats.
How to modify your Spotify Wrapped
As a joke, to create memes, or to present yourself differently, more and more people are looking for ways to edit their Wrapped. Well, for instance, you can find some templates at this link.
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