Apple Music has revealed its most-streamed artists and songs of 2025, and once again, Drake sits at the top of the global mountain.
The streaming platform released its annual Replay data on December 2, confirming that Drake was the most-listened-to artist on Apple Music this year, continuing a decade-long run of dominance that shows no signs of slowing down.
Even without dropping his highly anticipated album Iceman (which many fans still hope will arrive before year’s end), the Toronto superstar managed to out-stream the competition with ease.
A major part of that momentum came from his reunion with longtime collaborator PARTYNEXTDOOR on the joint album Some Sexy Songs 4 U. The project fueled conversations, playlists, and memes across social media, proving—yet again—that when Drake collaborates, the culture pays attention.
But perhaps the most impressive part of Drake’s feat is how deeply his classic catalog continues to resonate. Songs like God’s Plan and One Dance, released years ago, still sit comfortably among Apple Music’s top-played tracks of 2025.
On the songs’ side, however, someone else claimed the crown.
The most-streamed track of the year was APT. by Rosé and Bruno Mars, a runaway hit that captivated listeners worldwide since its release late last year.
Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s powerful duet Luther landed at No. 2, while Bruno Mars made another appearance in the top five with Die With a Smile, his cinematic collaboration with Lady Gaga.
Kendrick’s viral anthem Not Like Us ranked fourth, and Billie Eilish’s fan-favorite Birds of a Feather rounded out the top five.
Still, the artist of the year belonged to Drake, streaming’s most reliable force, a perennial chart-topper, and the one name that continues to move the needle every single time.
Check out your 2025 Apple Music replay here.
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Whether Iceman arrives in 2025 or early next year, one thing’s clear: Drake doesn’t need an album to dominate the conversation. The numbers speak for themselves.
