Bruno Mars sets new Spotify record with 130 million monthly listeners

Peter Gene Hernandez, better known as Bruno Mars, has just set a new Spotify record, soaring past 130 million monthly listeners! This incredible feat surpasses the previous high of 120 million, set by The Weeknd.

Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Bruno’s journey to stardom began with a love for music sparked in childhood. His unique blend of pop, funk, R&B, and reggae quickly made him a standout talent.

Bruno’s record-breaking moment comes hot on the heels of his latest releases, including the hit single Die With A Smile featuring Lady Gaga, and his guest spot on Rose’s APT. These fresh tracks showcase Bruno’s versatility, allowing fans to see both his soulful side and dance-worthy energy.

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Since breaking out with his debut album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans (2010), Bruno has continued to dominate the charts with anthems like Just the Way You Are, Grenade, and The Lazy Song. His sophomore album, Unorthodox Jukebox (2012), brought even more iconic hits like Locked Out of Heaven, When I Was Your Man, and Treasure, proving that he was no one-album wonder.

In 2016, he went even bigger with 24K Magic, a Grammy-winning album featuring smash singles 24K Magic, That’s What I Like, and Versace on the Floor.
With over 36 billion total Spotify streams and 14 tracks hitting over a billion plays, Bruno is within striking distance of Drake’s record for the most billion-streamed songs on the platform.

As of November 13, 2024, Bruno sits at the top of Spotify’s listener leaderboard. See the top five list below:

Bruno Mars – 130,612,563
The Weeknd – 120,522,043
Lady Gaga – 113,953,989
Billie Eilish – 107,253,116
Taylor Swift – 91,295,938