Spotify Wrapped 2024 revealed that Talha Anjum is the most-streamed artist in Pakistan. Talha Anjum took the top spot from Atif Aslam, who had been the most-streamed artist for three years. This is a big win for Talha Anjum and a sign that the music scene in Pakistan is changing.
As this year winds down, the Spotify Wrapped 2024 edition reveals the artists, songs, and trends that defined the year in Pakistan. The biggest highlight? Rapper Talha Anjum has dethroned Atif Aslam to become the most-streamed Pakistani artist of 2024.
Talha Anjum’s consistent output and lyrical prowess have resonated deeply. It helped him claim the top spot, followed by rising stars Umair and Atif Aslam, who had dominated the charts for three years. Legendary names like Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and fellow rapper Talhah Yunus round out the top five.
The streaming data also celebrates Annural Khalid, Pakistan’s top female artist of 2024. She continues to break barriers after being featured on Spotify’s RADAR earlier this year. Her collaboration with Maanu on “Jhol” emerged as the most-streamed local song, followed by “Wishes” by Hasan Raheem, Umair, and Talwiinder, and AUR’s “Tu Hai Kahan.”
Local albums also made waves, with Umair’s ROCKSTAR WITHOUT A GUITAR leading as the most-streamed album. This streak was followed by Talha Anjum’s Open Letter and Imran Khan’s Unforgettable.
International Trends
Indian playback singer Arijit Singh continues his reign as Pakistan’s most-streamed international artist. Other favorites include Pritam, Karan Aujla, Shubh, and Sidhu Moose Wala. Tracks like Anuv Jain’s “Husn”, which topped the list of most-streamed international songs. This song showcases a blend of Bollywood, pop, and Punjabi beats captivating listeners across the country.
Emerging Talent Shines
Spotify Wrapped also highlights the rise of emerging Pakistani artists like Aashir Wajahat, NAYEL, and Nehaal Naseem, whose song “Sadqay” struck a chord with fans. Tracks like Abdul Hannan’s “Bikhra” and “Iraaday” also maintained strong listener appeal throughout the year.
Spotify’s renewed focus on Pakistani hip-hop through its A.S.L.I playlist has fueled an 80% rise in monthly listeners, reflecting the genre’s growing dominance in local music culture.
This year’s Wrapped data underscores the vibrancy and evolution of Pakistan’s music scene, with fans embracing a rich mix of sounds that reflect both tradition and modernity.
