Pakistan’s latest five-year Spotify “Rewind” report has confirmed that hip-hop artist Talha Anjum has remained the country’s most-streamed artist for a fifth consecutive year. The ranking reflects listening data compiled by Spotify Pakistan and highlights continued strong performance across both mainstream and independent music genres.
The platform shared the findings via an Instagram post, presenting a list of the ten most-streamed artists in the country over the five-year period. The results place Talha Anjum at the top, followed by a mix of pop, classical, and contemporary artists representing a broad spectrum of Pakistan’s music industry.
Top Artists in Spotify Pakistan (Five-Year Rewind)
| Rank | Artist |
|---|---|
| 1 | Talha Anjum |
| 2 | Atif Aslam |
| 3 | Umair |
| 4 | Hasan Raheem |
| 5 | Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan |
| 6 | Talha Yunus |
| 7 | Rahat Fateh Ali Khan |
| 8 | Abdul Hannan |
| 9 | Maanu |
| 10 | Asim Azhar |
Talha Anjum is a member of the music collective “Young Stunners,” alongside Talha Yunus, with whom he has collaborated for several years. His music is characterised by rap-driven lyricism and themes relating to identity, ambition, and social realities.
Among his most widely streamed tracks are “Gumaan,” “Afsanay,” “Baaz,” “Downers at Dusk,” and “Laam.” These songs have contributed significantly to his sustained streaming success on digital platforms. In the current year, he also released a single titled “2AM in London.”
Spotify’s five-year review additionally reported that more than 140 Pakistani artists achieved significant streaming activity over the past year, reflecting increased engagement with domestic music across the platform.
The broader artist rankings illustrate a continued presence of established performers alongside newer acts. Atif Aslam remains one of the country’s most prominent mainstream pop singers, while Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan continue to maintain strong streaming figures, reflecting sustained interest in classical and qawwali music.
Notable Songs in Spotify Pakistan (Five-Year List)
| Songs |
|---|
| Jhol |
| Pal Pal |
| Wishes |
| Bikhra |
| Mannd |
| Tu Hai Kahan |
| Iraaday |
| Kahani Suno |
| Nahi Milta |
| Pasoori |
These tracks have been among the most frequently streamed in Pakistan over the past five years and have contributed to the country’s visibility within global digital streaming trends. The dataset highlights a diverse mix of genres, ranging from contemporary pop and hip-hop to traditional and fusion styles.