Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” Sets Spotify Streaming Record
Billie Eilish continues to dominate the global music scene, ending 2024 with her hit “Birds of a Feather“ becoming Spotify’s most-streamed song of the year. The track earned an impressive 1.774 billion streams, narrowly surpassing Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso,” which had held the top spot for much of the year.
How Fans Helped Propel the Track
The record-breaking milestone was achieved thanks to the unwavering dedication of Eilish’s fanbase, who organized streaming parties and created viral hashtags like #StreamBirdsOfAFeather. On January 1, 2025, Spotify officially confirmed the song’s achievement, sparking celebrations across social media platforms.
One fan shared on Twitter, “We did it! Billie’s talent deserves every bit of this recognition!” The track’s haunting melody and introspective lyrics resonated with listeners worldwide, earning critical acclaim and cementing its place as one of Eilish’s best works.
Competing Tracks and Grammy Recognition
While “Birds of a Feather” soared to new heights, it wasn’t without stiff competition. Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” ended the year as the second most-streamed song with 1.774 billion listens. Other notable contenders included Taylor Swift’s “Golden Hour” and The Weeknd’s “Afterglow.”
Released as part of her third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, “Birds of a Feather” peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is now a strong contender for several Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year and Record of the Year.
A Milestone Year for Billie Eilish
Eilish wrapped up the year with a successful headlining tour, which concluded with a series of sold-out shows at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California. At the tour finale, she surprised fans with a rendition of “O Holy Night,” showing her playful holiday spirit.
Co-writer and producer Finneas reflected on the song’s success, stating, “Every time we played Birds of a Feather for the label or close friends, they would kind of freak out. It had something fresh and exciting about it.”
As 2025 begins, Eilish’s groundbreaking achievements in 2024 solidify her position as one of the most influential and beloved artists of her generation.