The Weeknd has added another major milestone to his record-breaking career, becoming the most-streamed Black artist on YouTube worldwide over the last 12 months, according to recently published platform analytics. The Canadian superstar amassed more than 5.7 billion views globally during the period, outperforming every other Black artist on the platform.  

The achievement further highlights The Weeknd’s remarkable consistency in the streaming era. More than a decade after his breakthrough, the singer continues to dominate global consumption across multiple platforms through a catalog that includes hits such as Blinding Lights, Starboy, Die For You, The Hills, and Save Your Tears.  

The milestone arrives amid a period of sustained success for the artist. The Weeknd remains one of the world’s most-streamed musicians overall, with more than 115 million monthly listeners on Spotify and one of the most-consumed catalogs in modern music history.  

His dominance on YouTube reflects the global reach of his music, which continues to resonate across North America, Europe, Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. The platform has remained a key driver of music discovery and consumption worldwide, making the achievement particularly significant in measuring an artist’s international popularity.  

Few artists have maintained the level of commercial success The Weeknd has achieved over the past decade. From breaking streaming records to selling out stadiums around the world, the singer has consistently redefined what global superstardom looks like in the streaming age.  

As the music industry becomes increasingly data-driven, the latest accomplishment serves as another reminder of The Weeknd’s enduring influence and his position among the most impactful artists of his generation.