I wonder what Pusha T thinks about this…
In a surprising yet telling turn of events, Travis Scott has officially racked up over 5 billion streams on Spotify in 2025, making him the third most-streamed rapper of the year, according to recent data reports. The only artists ahead of him? None other than Drake and Kendrick Lamar.
What’s astonishing is that Scott has achieved this milestone without releasing a full-length album this year — or even in 2024. His streaming dominance comes primarily from his standout 2025 single “4×4” and consistent plays from his already massive catalog, including hits from ASTROWORLD, Utopia, and beyond.
Travis Scott surpasses 5 BILLION Spotify streams in 2025 ??
— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) June 20, 2025
The 3rd most-streamed rapper of 2025, ONLY behind Drake & Kendrick Lamar. pic.twitter.com/g41CslmCAh
This news comes full circle after a comment Drake made during his lyrical feud with Kendrick Lamar last year, where he controversially stated that Travis, not Kendrick, belongs in hip-hop’s “Big 3.” That remark sparked debates across social media, but the numbers tell a compelling story. With 5 billion streams and no beef-driven buzz boosting his numbers, Scott has quietly cemented his place among the elite.
In a time when rap’s headlines are dominated by diss tracks and online controversy, Travis’s calm, calculated dominance in streaming speaks volumes. No clickbait, no chaos — just music.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
