Spotify has played a significant role in the music industry since its launch in Pakistan. This premier streaming music platform has recently unveiled the most streamed songs and artists of the year.
This declaration proved to be the biggest and most significant milestone in supporting and recognizing leading local musicians from Pakistan.
The list provides insight into who dominates the Pakistani music industry with their captivating works. This announcement has been made by analyzing Spotify user data from all around Pakistan.
Top Artists That Stole the Hearts of Pakistanis
The most leading star that has continued his legacy is Atif Aslam. His most streamed songs include Tera Honey Laga Hon, Jeena Jeena, and O’Meri Laila.
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And our next most streamed Pakistani artist is Talha Anjum, a hip-hop musician, rapper, and lyricist. His top music remains Guman, 4AM in Karachi, Afsanay, Agency, etc.
Along with that, a young, rising, and renowned talent Abdul Hannan also came to the forefront. He is an emerging talent and an example of Pakistan’s indie music success. His journey started with Spotify’s fresh finds from Pakistan in November last year, and then he soon became one of the most streamed artists of 2022. His most played songs include Iraaday, Bikhra, and Haaray.
Young Stunners occupied the fourth position on the list. They emerged from Karachi in 2012 and since then have successfully progressed; Why Not Meri Jaan and Phir Milengay are their most hit songs. The next one is Talha Yunus, with “Quarantine” and “Why” as the most popular songs.
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Hasan Raheem, with his song Peechay Hutt, and Rovalio were also successful in making their name to the list.
Asim Azhar is one of the well-known names in the industry. He also made it to the list with 71M streaming. His top music hits include Jo Tu Na Mila, Ghalat Fehmi, and Habibi. Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan (NFAK), an unbeatable and remarkable artist, and a late legend, also hit the list of the most streamed Pakistani artists. He is known as Shahen Shah-e-Qawwali and was declared one of the greatest singers of his generation by The New York Times. His specialty is his soulful vocals. His top hits include Lut Gay, Mere Rakse Qamar or Mere Baad Kisko Sataoge.
Last but not least, the living legend Ali Sethi completed this list with his most-played song Pasoori. It was released in February and remained the most streamed song till the last of the year. 2022 is almost over, but people still can’t get over this song. Not only this, Pasoori has gained international recognition. Its global appeal can be seen as it has hit the top 3 this year on Spotify’s global Viral 50 list.
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Most Streamed Pakistani Women Artists 2022
Spotify has outshined all other music apps with its features and personalized lists. Where it revealed the most streamed artists and hit songs of the year, it also revealed the most streamed Pakistani Women artists.
Shae Gill has become the most streamed local women artist. She gained popularity with her debut song Pasoori. Soon she became the Ambassador for Spotify Equal’s Pakistan program (December). Momina Mustehsan follows the list with her most hit songs Aaya Na Tu, Baari, and Awari.
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Abida Parveen, who is titled ‘Queen of Sufi music’ and one of the legendary ladies that doesn’t need any introduction, also made up the list. Her most hit songs include Tu Jhoom, which also ranked in the top 10 most streamed songs of 2022. Other include Chaap Tilak and Aaqa.
Aima Baig also remains one of the most streamed ladies with her songs Na Cher Malangaan Nu and Aey Zindagi. Further, the list includes Naseebo Lal, Hadiqa Kiani, and Nazia Hassan.
As these legendary women make their name in Spotify wrapped 2022, some young and new voices have also claimed the spotlight. Eva B is the first Pakistani women hip-hop rapper and singer and is also known for her unique appearance. Her song “kana Yaari” ranked fifth in the most-played Pakistani songs 2022 list. Others emerging talents include Arooj Aftab, Mehak Ali, Natasha Noorani, and Zoha Zuberi.
Spotify played a significant role in bringing great artists and new voices into the limelight. Showcasing Equal Pakistan Ambassadors on digital billboards at Time Square and NYC amplified all these voices to the global audience.
