Spotify Wrapped 2025: Japan's Biggest Hits Go Global – Ado, Creepy Nuts, YOASOBI & More

By Sam 3 December 2025 Updated 5 December 2025

Spotify has unveiled its year-end rankings celebrating the music and podcasts that defined 2025, both globally and in Japan. Alongside these rankings, the streaming giant has launched Spotify Wrapped 2025, the annual personalized experience that lets over 713 million users worldwide reflect on their listening habits throughout the year.

Key Highlights

"Lilac" by Mrs. GREEN APPLE was the most-streamed song in Japan in 2025
"Otonoke" by Creepy Nuts was the most-streamed Japanese song overseas
HANA was the most-discovered artist in Japan
Bad Bunny reclaimed the title of most-streamed artist globally
"Die With A Smile" by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars was the world's most-streamed song

Global Music Rankings

Most-Streamed Songs Worldwide

The most-streamed song globally in 2025 was "Die With A Smile" by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars. The superstar collaboration generated massive buzz upon its 2024 release and continued its long-running hit streak throughout 2025. The top 10 also featured:

Die With A Smile – Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars
BIRDS OF A FEATHER – Billie Eilish
APT. – ROSÉ, Bruno Mars
Ordinary – Alex Warren
DtMF – Bad Bunny
back to friends – sombr
Golden – HUNTR/X
luther (with sza) – Kendrick Lamar, SZA
That's So True – Gracie Abrams
WILDFLOWER – Billie Eilish

"Golden" by HUNTR/X, featured in the anime KPop Demon Hunters, became one of the defining tracks of 2025's global charts, riding the wave of the anime's massive success.

Most-Streamed Artists Worldwide

Bad Bunny reclaimed the top spot in 2025 after holding the title from 2019 to 2022, before ceding it to Taylor Swift for two consecutive years. The Puerto Rican superstar's return to #1 reflects Latin music's continued global dominance, with strong performance across both individual tracks and full album streams.

Bad Bunny
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd
Drake
Billie Eilish
Kendrick Lamar
Bruno Mars
Ariana Grande
Arijit Singh
Fuerza Regida

Japan Music Rankings

Most-Streamed Songs in Japan

"Lilac" (ライラック) by Mrs. GREEN APPLE was the most-streamed song in Japan for 2025. Released in April of the previous year, the track maintained consistently high play counts and climbed from #2 to claim the band's first-ever top position in this category.

In a stunning display of dominance, Mrs. GREEN APPLE placed seven songs in the Top 10, including "Que Sera Sera" (#2), "Ao to Natsu" (#3), "Soranji" (#4), "Darling" (#7), "Kusushiki" (#8), and "Tenbyo no Uta" (#9) – making 2025 undeniably "The Year of Mrs. GREEN APPLE."

ライラック (Lilac) – Mrs. GREEN APPLE
ケセラセラ (Que Sera Sera) – Mrs. GREEN APPLE
青と夏 (Ao to Natsu) – Mrs. GREEN APPLE
Soranji – Mrs. GREEN APPLE
GOD_i – Number_i
怪獣 (Kaiju) – Sakanaction
ダーリン (Darling) – Mrs. GREEN APPLE
クスシキ (Kusushiki) – Mrs. GREEN APPLE
点描の唄 (Tenbyo no Uta) – Mrs. GREEN APPLE
Who – Jimin (BTS)

Beyond music, Mrs. GREEN APPLE members expanded their presence across acting, TV hosting, commercials, and film, while their nationwide arena tour captivated fans with its spectacular production and storytelling.

Number_i secured #5 with "GOD_i," winning fans with their powerful dance performances. Sakanaction's "Kaiju" claimed #6 after breaking the record for most first-day streams on its release. Jimin of BTS proved K-Pop solo artists' strong presence in Japan with "Who" at #10.

Most-Streamed Artists in Japan

Mrs. GREEN APPLE topped the charts for the third consecutive year. The group has maintained the #1 position on Spotify Japan's Top Artists chart for over 1,503 consecutive days as of December 1, 2025, demonstrating unparalleled sustained popularity.

Mrs. GREEN APPLE
back number
Kenshi Yonezu (米津玄師)
Vaundy
Number_i
RADWIMPS
Fujii Kaze (藤井風)
Aimyon (あいみょん)
Official HIGE DANdism
Yorushika (ヨルシカ)

back number claimed #2 on the strength of new releases like "Blue Amber" alongside their beloved catalog. Kenshi Yonezu took #3, driven by anime-tied hits "IRIS OUT" and "JANE DOE" – with "IRIS OUT" repeatedly breaking Spotify Japan's all-time daily streaming records.

Most-Discovered Artists in Japan

HANA was the most-discovered artist in Japan for 2025. The group has consistently sent tracks to the top of the charts since their debut, winning over new listeners with their strong messages and the unique charm of each member.

HANA
CUTIE STREET
Sakanaction (サカナクション)
Mrs. GREEN APPLE
Aina The End (アイナ・ジ・エンド)
Ikuta Lilas (幾田りら)
ROSÉ
timelesz
Kenshi Yonezu (米津玄師)
AKASAKI

CUTIE STREET took #2, spreading a new vision of "KAWAII" culture through their signature song "Isn't Being Cute Enough?" – resonating with listeners through themes of self-affirmation. Aina The End expanded her listener base with the globally popular "Kakumei Dochu - On The Way," released in July.

Most-Streamed Dance & Vocal Groups in Japan

Number_i was the most-streamed dance & vocal group in Japan for 2025. The ranking reflects how "oshi-katsu" (fan support) culture has become mainstream, with streaming and community sharing becoming integral ways fans support their favorite artists.

Number_i
BE:FIRST
TWICE
BTS
HANA
Arashi (嵐)
Stray Kids
JO1
TOMORROW X TOGETHER
aespa

This category transcended the boundaries of J-Pop and K-Pop, languages, and borders, demonstrating the genre's established global appeal.

Japanese Music Overseas

Most-Streamed Japanese Songs Abroad

"Otonoke" by Creepy Nuts was the most-streamed Japanese song overseas in 2025. Following last year's massive hit "Bling-Bang-Bang-Born," Creepy Nuts achieved back-to-back #1 positions with different songs, solidifying their global presence.

オトノケ - Otonoke – Creepy Nuts
死ぬのがいいわ (Shinunoga E-Wa) – Fujii Kaze
Tokyo Drift (Fast & Furious) – Teriyaki Boyz
Bling-Bang-Bang-Born – Creepy Nuts
ReawakeR (feat. Felix of Stray Kids) – LiSA, Felix
It's Going Down Now – Azumi Takahashi
NIGHT DANCER – imase
KICK BACK – Kenshi Yonezu
アイドル (Idol) – YOASOBI
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) – YOASOBI

Most-Streamed Japanese Artists Abroad

Ado claimed the #1 spot for the first time, dethroning YOASOBI who had held the position for four consecutive years (2021-2024). With nearly 80% of her streams coming from overseas and a massive world tour, Ado established herself as Japan's biggest global music export.

Ado
YOASOBI
Kenshi Yonezu (米津玄師)
Fujii Kaze (藤井風)
Creepy Nuts
XG
ATLUS Sound Team (アトラスサウンドチーム)
Joe Hisaishi (久石譲)
BABYMETAL
LiSA

Many Japanese artists actively pursued overseas tours in 2025, building their fanbases through both music releases and live performances.

Japanese Songs by Country

Creepy Nuts' "Otonoke" appeared in rankings across Indonesia, Brazil, India, and Thailand, demonstrating its widespread appeal.

Fujii Kaze's viral hit "Shinunoga E-Wa" continued its global momentum from 2022, ranking in India, USA, France, and Thailand – with Thailand featuring two of his songs in the Top 5.

In South Korea, Kenshi Yonezu's "IRIS OUT" claimed #1, with "Lemon" also making the Top 5, showcasing the enduring popularity of anime-tied Japanese music among Korean listeners.

Indonesia

夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) – YOASOBI
ただ声一つ – Rokudenashi
すずめ (feat. 十明) – RADWIMPS
Bling-Bang-Bang-Born – Creepy Nuts
オトノケ - Otonoke – Creepy Nuts

South Korea

IRIS OUT – Kenshi Yonezu
踊り子 (Odoriko) – Vaundy
Lemon – Kenshi Yonezu
青のすみか – Kitani Tatsuya
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) – YOASOBI

Brazil

愛して愛して愛して – Ado
オトノケ - Otonoke – Creepy Nuts
F·L·Y – Spectrum
WOKE UP – XG
不可思議のカルテ – Sakurajima Mai (CV: Seto Asami)

USA

It's Going Down Now – Azumi Takahashi
死ぬのがいいわ (Shinunoga E-Wa) – Fujii Kaze
二十歳の恋 – Lamp
Compass – Mili
THE DAY – Porno Graffitti

France

死ぬのがいいわ (Shinunoga E-Wa) – Fujii Kaze
アイドル (Idol) – YOASOBI
DARK ARIA <LV2> – SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]
ReawakeR (feat. Felix of Stray Kids) – LiSA
F·L·Y – Spectrum

Thailand

オトノケ - Otonoke – Creepy Nuts
死ぬのがいいわ (Shinunoga E-Wa) – Fujii Kaze
It's Going Down Now – Azumi Takahashi
満ちてゆく – Fujii Kaze
Overdose – Natori

India

死ぬのがいいわ (Shinunoga E-Wa) – Fujii Kaze
すずめ (feat. 十明) – RADWIMPS
オトノケ - Otonoke – Creepy Nuts
NIGHT DANCER – imase
スパークル - movie ver. – RADWIMPS

Most-Shared Music on Social Media (Japan)

Most-Shared Songs

Number_i dominated this category, placing six songs in the Top 10: "BON" (#1), "GOD_i" (#2), "INZM" (#4), "GOAT" (#5), "Mikakunin Ryouiki" (#7), and "Numbers Ur Zone" (#10).

BON – Number_i
GOD_i – Number_i
BE CLASSIC – JO1
INZM – Number_i
GOAT – Number_i
Handz In My Pocket – JO1
未確認領域 (Mikakunin Ryouiki) – Number_i
Would You Like One? – Travis Japan
カリスマックス - CHARISMAX – Snow Man
Numbers Ur Zone – Number_i

Most-Shared Artists

Vaundy
Mrs. GREEN APPLE
SixTONES
V
KinKi Kids
Fujii Kaze (藤井風)
V6
Number_i
Kenshi Yonezu (米津玄師)
WEST.

Most-Streamed Official Playlists

In Japan

"Reiwa Pops" (令和ポップス) was the most-streamed Spotify official playlist in Japan. With "Heisei Pop History" also ranking in the Top 5, streaming continues to bridge generations, connecting old and new music.

令和ポップス (Reiwa Pops)
Tokyo Super Hits!
平成ポップヒストリー (Heisei Pop History)
This Is Mrs. GREEN APPLE
Hot Hits Japan: 洋楽 & 邦楽ヒッツ

"This Is Mrs. GREEN APPLE" was the only single-artist playlist to crack the Top 5 domestically.

Japanese Playlists Streamed Abroad

Anime-related playlists from Japan dominated overseas listening. The "Demon Slayer" (鬼滅の刃) playlist achieved #1 on Spotify's global Daily Active Users chart for five consecutive days in September 2025.

Coffee and Piano
鬼滅の刃 (Demon Slayer)
This Is STUDIO GHIBLI -スタジオジブリ-
Anime Now
チェンソーマン (Chainsaw Man)

Podcast Rankings (Japan)

Most-Streamed Podcast Episode

The January 12, 2025 episode "My Mood Changer" from Azumi Shinichiro's Sunday Paradise was the most-streamed podcast episode in Japan. The long-running TBS Radio program, now in its 21st year, continues to grow its listener base and play counts annually.

2025.1.12「私の気分転換」– 安住紳一郎の日曜天国
2025/01/10 霜降り明星のオールナイトニッポン
アメリカの小学生が毎日使う簡単な英語初級 #001 – 簡単な英語表現
言葉が巧みな男は、だいたい怪しい – 大久保佳代子とらぶぶらLOVE
英語脳になる会話で英語リスニング聞き流し35分 [202] – Sakura English

Most-Streamed New Podcast

"Kayoko Okubo & Shintaro Morimoto's Please Help Yourself" was the top new podcast of 2025. Produced by CBC Radio in Aichi Prefecture, it proves that local radio productions can attract nationwide audiences through podcast distribution.

大久保佳代子・森本晋太郎のどうぞご自由に
『薬屋とふたりごと』(薬屋のひとりごと公式ポッドキャスト)
木曜ドラマ『しあわせな結婚』ポッドキャスト
畑芽育 & 齊藤なぎさ「オフはこんな感じ」
永野はミスター TBS

Spotify Wrapped 2025

Spotify Wrapped 2025 is now live at spotify.com/wrapped. Users worldwide can explore their personalized listening data including:

Your most-streamed artists, songs, and genres
Total listening time
Top podcast shows
Your personal "Top Songs 2025" playlist
Your "Listening Age" – a fun diagnosis based on your music preferences
Your "Listener Club" – matching you with like-minded music fans

Results can be easily shared to Instagram Stories, X (Twitter), Facebook, and other social platforms via shareable cards.

Special Events & Collaborations

Spotify Wrapped 2025 in ZOZOVILLA

In partnership with ZOZO Inc., Spotify is launching limited-edition T-shirts featuring jacket artwork from nine songs that defined 2025. Available now on the ZOZO special page. A pop-up event will run December 26-28 at COMPLEX BOOST in Nakameguro, Tokyo.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 Pop-Up Events

Tokyo: December 5-7, 2025 | Shibuya Modi Plaza / Calendarium | 11:00-19:00
Fukuoka: December 13-14, 2025 | Solaria Terminal Building Lion Plaza | 11:00-19:00

Visitors can draw numbers from a lottery box to receive playlist stickers from lockers, enjoy tea matched to their Listener Club type, and more.

HANA Blue Jeans Wall

From December 12-18, a special large-scale advertisement made from actual denim fabric will appear in Omotesando, Tokyo – celebrating HANA's hit song "Blue Jeans."