Talha Anjum Emerges As Most-Streamed Pakistani Artist Of The Last Five Years

To mark five years since its launch in Pakistan, Spotify has released comprehensive data on the country’s listening habits. The statistics reveal a massive surge in local music consumption, with Talha Anjum taking the top spot as the most-streamed Pakistani artist in the country over the last half-decade.

Here is a breakdown of the local artists and songs that dominated the charts.

The Local Music Boom

Since Spotify entered the Pakistani market in 2021, the platform has seen a sevenfold increase in the total plays of local artists. The number of Pakistani creators on the platform has also grown by nearly 75%, reflecting a rapidly expanding creative industry. Listeners in Pakistan are proving to be discovery-driven, with the average user streaming over 140 different artists annually.

Top Artists In Pakistan (Last 5 Years)

The rankings highlight a mix of contemporary hip-hop, pop, and timeless legends.

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1. Talha Anjum

2. Atif Aslam

3. Umair

4. Hasan Raheem

5. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

Most-Streamed Tracks

The data also identified the anthems that stayed on repeat across Pakistan. Hits like ‘Jhol’ and ‘Wishes’ led the charge, showing a strong preference for collaborative tracks and the “indie-pop” sound that has defined the last few years.

• ‘Jhol’ by Maanu and Annural Khalid

• ‘Pal Pal’ by Afusic and AliSoomroMusic

• ‘Wishes’ by Hasan Raheem, Umair, and Talwiinder

• ‘Bikhra’ by Abdul Hannan and Rovalio

• ‘Maand’ by Bayaan, Hasan Raheem, and Rovalio

A Growing Digital Culture

Pakistani listeners have created over 15 million user-generated playlists in the last five years. Curated editorial playlists like “Pakka Hit Hai” and “ICON Pakistan” have also played a major role in bridge-building between legacy artists and the new generation of stars. From Qawwali to Hip-Hop, the data suggests a diverse and evolving music culture that is increasingly looking toward local talent.

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