TopHit.com, in collaboration with TopHit Spy, has unveiled the year-end music highlights for 2024 in Spain. The report showcases the biggest Spanish and Latin American hits, the leading stars on radio and streaming platforms, and 10 standout newcomers who made waves on the Spanish charts this year.
As 2024 wraps up, Spain’s music scene remains a vibrant mix of local and international influences across radio, Spotify, and YouTube. Based on data collected by TopHit Spy, here’s a breakdown of the year’s biggest hits and artists dominating the charts.
Top Radio Hits
Radio in Spain leaned heavily on rhythmic and catchy hits in 2024. The Argentine duo Emilia & Tini claimed the top spot with their infectious track La Original, cementing their dominance on the airwaves. Following closely were Ana Mena with her single Madrid City and the dynamic collaboration of Feid and ATL Jacob with Luna.
The list also saw international heavyweights like Dua Lipa making an appearance with Houdini and Teddy Swims breaking into the top 5 with Lose Control, showcasing the growing popularity of global hits in Spanish radio rotations.
Top Spotify Hits
Spotify in Spain tells a slightly different story, where local and Latin American artists reigned supreme. Karol G dominated the platform with Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido, maintaining her crown as one of the most influential Latin artists in Spain. The track Luna by Feid and ATL Jacob and Myke Towers’ La Falda rounded out the top 3.
Notable newcomers like Gonzy, Saiko, and Arcángel stormed into the charts with X'clusivo (Remix), reflecting the growing demand for urban and reggaeton beats among Spanish listeners.
Top YouTube Hits
On YouTube, Karol G proved to be an unstoppable force, securing the top spot with Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido and outperforming local and global competitors. FloyyMenor and Cris Mj emerged as breakout stars, with Gata Only entering at number 2.
The list also highlighted Spain’s enduring love for romantic ballads, as Enrique Iglesias and Maria Becerra’s duet Asi Es La Vida claimed the fourth position.
Top Artists on Radio, Spotify, and YouTube
When it comes to artists, David Guetta showed his global appeal by clinching the number one spot on Spanish radio, followed closely by Karol G and Feid. Meanwhile, Saiko emerged as the year’s biggest story on Spotify, jumping five spots to claim the top position, with Myke Towers and Feid trailing.
On YouTube, Karol G once again dominated, solidifying her position as Spain’s most-streamed artist, while JC Reyes and Morad rounded out the top 3.
Notable Newcomers
This year saw several rising stars making their mark. On radio, Teddy Swims, Omar Montes, and Cyril made strong debuts, capturing the attention of Spanish listeners. Spotify welcomed fresh faces like FloyyMenor, Gonzy, Kapo, and Trueno, while YouTube saw a surge from newcomers like Isabel Aaiún, Luis Cortés, and Cris Mj.
Trends to Watch
The year’s data highlights several key trends in the Spanish music market:
1. Local and Latin American Dominance: Spanish and Latin artists continue to dominate Spotify and YouTube, with English-language content taking a backseat.
2. Cross-Market Collaborations: Collaborations between Latin American and Spanish artists are fueling chart-topping hits across platforms.
3. The Rise of Urban and Reggaeton: The popularity of urban genres continues to grow, with artists like Saiko and Gonzy emerging as major players.
4. In 2024, total Spotify streams for Spain’s artist chart fell by 12% year-on-year, dropping to 12 billion streams. Similarly, YouTube streams decreased by 13%, totaling 11 billion streams. Experts at TopHit attribute this decline to a shift in user engagement, with more listeners gravitating toward platforms like TikTok.
As we look to 2025, Spain’s music landscape promises to remain dynamic, blending global hits with a strong foundation of local talent. Full year-end data is available on TopHit.com, offering deeper insights into Spain’s evolving music preferences.
Looking Ahead
The full Top 200 artists and hits of 2024 for Spain will be available on TopHit.com on December 30, 2024. For early access to the complete year-end charts, contact [email protected].
Stay tuned for more updates: on December 2, TopHit.com will release a detailed review of the most popular artists and hits on radio and online in Russia and Ukraine for 2024.
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