Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga’s ‘Die With a Smile’ Becomes Fastest Song to Hit 1 Billion Spotify Streams

Musicians Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga shattered records with their collaboration “Die With a Smile,” becoming the fastest song in Spotify history to surpass one billion streams. The achievement comes just three months after the song was released.

Spotify shared in an Instagram post announcing the milestone, saying “We like to call that legendary behavior.”

“Die With a Smile” spent eight weeks at the top of the Billboard Global 200 and reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Moreover, the song claimed the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Pop Airplay chart as well.

The song’s influence extends beyond the charts, as it has secured two Grammy nominations for the 2025 ceremony: Song of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.

The collaboration’s impact has resonated deeply with audiences worldwide, as highlighted by Gaga in a heartfelt Instagram post.

“Watching fans from all over the world celebrate this music has meant so much to me,” Gaga wrote, expressing her gratitude for the song’s reception, adding “the words of the song touch your heart, and the video provokes this huge wave of dancing and fun… Thank you for loving our song.”

“I hope the message of love we shared will continue to create special moments for you all in your lives—I know it does in mine every day,” Gaga added. (GFB)