Move over Grammy memes and Eras Tour drama. Spotify just pressed play on India’s most melodious revenge arc.
In what might be the most peaceful global takeover ever, Indian singer Arijit Singh has dethroned Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, and BTS to become the most followed artist on Spotify worldwide, clocking in a staggering 151 million followers. And no, he didn’t need to sell friendship bracelets, drop 6 versions of the same album, or break Ticketmaster in the process.
He just sang. Softly. Emotionally. Consistently. While wearing chappals.
Spotify 2025: Tum Hi Ho, Global Chart Bhi Ho
Let’s talk numbers because Indians take numbers very seriously. From board exams to Spotify stats, Arijit’s follower count now stands at 151 million. That’s 12 million more than Taylor Swift (139M) and about two Indore populations more than Ed Sheeran (121M).
For perspective:
- BTS: ~80M
- Billie Eilish: 114M
- The Weeknd: 107M
- Eminem: 101.7M
- AR Rahman: 49M (Also Indian, also magic.)
In short, India didn’t just participate in the global music conversation. It sang louder.
How Arijit Singh Did It: The Soft Power Symphony
While Taylor Swift had her Eras Tour and Billie Eilish bagged an Oscar, Arijit had something better—heartbreak songs. India thrives on emotional turbulence, and Arijit has become the national emergency response system for every breakup, crush rejection, and tuition failure.
- Tum Hi Ho (Aashiqui 2): India’s “I’m sad but poetic” anthem.
- Kesariya: Turned wedding venues into therapy sessions.
- Tum Kya Mile: Played on loop by every engineering senior who failed in love (and backlogs).
And 2025’s hits?
- Dhun (Saiyara) and Jaane Tu (Chhaava) are so emotionally loaded, the UN is considering them as non-violent disarmament tools.
Meanwhile in America: Taylor Swift’s Spotify Graph Saw a Tum Hi Ho Dip
Taylor Swift, 14-time Grammy winner and Eras Tour billionaire, held the top Spotify spot for years. But by 2025, she was trailing Arijit—probably because he didn’t release 7 versions of the same song on vinyl.
The internet asked: “Who even is Arijit Singh?”
India replied: “Tum nahi samjhoge.”
While Swift fans streamed Cruel Summer, Indian Spotify was drowning in Channa Mereya. One track makes you dance at brunch; the other makes you cry in traffic. Guess which one wins hearts in a chaotic world?
What About Ed Sheeran? Billie Eilish? The Weeknd?
They tried.
Ed Sheeran tried to stay relevant by collaborating with Arijit Singh on “Sapphire”—a track so soulful even Apple Music apologized to Spotify.
Billie Eilish released her third studio album Hit Me Hard and Soft, but listeners were too busy being hit by Arijit’s slow-motion heartbreak vocals.
The Weeknd was last seen streaming “Agar Tum Saath Ho” in the gym while whispering “Why not me?” into his protein shake.
Spotify India Launched in 2019. By 2025, Arijit Owned It Like a Discounted Jio Sim
India’s relationship with Spotify has been like a Jio ad—fast, emotional, and occasionally buffering.
Spotify launched in India only in 2019, and just six years later, the country produced the world’s most-followed artist. Not bad for a nation that still uses pen drives to DJ sangeets.
It’s not just Arijit. Even AR Rahman made it to the top 20 with 49 million followers, proving that when India exports music, it doesn’t just cross borders—it enters soul folders.
Murshidabad to Madison Square: The Real Eras Tour
Born in Murshidabad, Arijit Singh is perhaps the most reluctantly famous man on Earth. No designer jackets, no social media meltdowns, and not a single yacht scandal. Just raw vocals, hoodies, and the consistent aura of “Bhai, I’m just here to sing.”
From back-to-back sold-out international shows to collaborations with Western icons, Arijit is the introverted rockstar nobody saw coming. He’s a gentle reminder that you don’t need glitter, gossip, or Grammy beefs to rule the world.
Just a harmonium and heartbreak.
AR Rahman Watching All This Like: “Child, Now You’re Ready”
The only other Indian name on Spotify’s elite list is AR Rahman, quietly sitting at 49M followers and glowing with peace. He’s probably sipping turmeric latte somewhere in LA, whispering, “My work here is done.”
If Arijit Singh is the soul, Rahman is the sage. Together, they’ve built a musical empire powered by humility and 7 chords.
At this rate, even Diljit Dosanjh (with nearly 33M followers) might replace Drake soon. Don’t laugh. He’s halfway there and already owns Coachella.
Global Artists React: “Spotify Is Broken. Or Indian Now.”
After this shocking reveal, Western media outlets briefly accused Spotify of being hacked, or worse—”Indian now.”
An unnamed K-pop executive was reportedly heard yelling, “What’s a Kesariya and why is it trending in Seoul?”
Meanwhile, the Grammy committee is considering renaming “Best Pop Vocal” to “Best Cry-Worthy Sitar Backed Ballad Sung by Someone Who Looks Sleep-Deprived.”
India’s Soft Power Is No Longer Yoga, Curry, or Chess—It’s Arijit Singh
India always had global influence—through tech, engineers, and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai reruns on foreign TV.
But now, it’s official: India’s new soft power weapon is Arijit Singh. His vocals have now replaced diplomatic efforts in Southeast Asia. Rumors suggest that even Canada played “Raabta” during tense trade talks.
Who needs a seat at the UN Security Council when you’ve got Tum Hi Ho on everyone’s playlist?
Spotify Is Now a Desi App. Almost.
If things go on like this, don’t be surprised if Spotify rebrands as Spotifai and launches a “Global Top 10 Tandoori Remix” playlist.
New UI update may include:
- Mood filter: “After Listening to Arijit Singh”
- Warning: “This song may cause spontaneous tears.”
- Button that goes straight to “Cry, Loop, Repeat.”
Final Thoughts: Arijit Didn’t Just Top a Chart—He Broke a Western Template
In a world dominated by spectacle, Arijit Singh made a quiet entry with a Spotify mic and left with the internet’s soul.
He didn’t need autotune, million-dollar marketing, or Easter egg Instagram puzzles.
Just a heartbreak and a microphone.
And in that moment, we were all Arijit.
Disclaimer
This article is part of Peak View Stories, your safest space for satire, facts, and minor emotional breakdowns triggered by Arijit Singh’s vocals. All Western artists mentioned are loved and streamed, just slightly less in July 2025. For more stories that mix global chaos, emotional damage, and laughable truths, keep following us. We promise not to release 7 remix versions of the same story. Yet.