Dave & Central Cee Make History as “Sprinter” Becomes First UK Rap Song to Hit 1 Billion Streams on Spotify


Dave and Central Cee make UK rap history as “Sprinter” surpasses 1 billion Spotify streams.

Dave and Central Cee have officially made UK rap history. Their 2023 smash hit “Sprinter” has become the first UK rap song ever to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify — a monumental milestone that cements both artists’ global impact.

The track, which features the duo trading slick verses over smooth, laid-back production, quickly became a defining anthem for modern British hip-hop. “Sprinter” was part of a four-song collaborative run that also included “Trojan Horse,” “Our 25th Birthday,” and “UK Rap,” all of which showcased the undeniable chemistry between Dave and Central Cee.

Looking ahead, the wave doesn’t stop here — Central Cee’s viral hit “Doja” is closing in on the billion mark as well, while Dave’s fan-favorite “Location” sits at a haunting 666 million streams (spooky timing for the Halloween season). With Dave’s latest album The Boy Who Played The Harp performing extremely well, it’s clear that both artists are continuing to elevate UK rap to unprecedented heights.




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