> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.hypebot.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Ed Sheeran, Ariana Grande, Sam Smith Top Spotify 25 Most Influential Artists Under 25 List - URL: https://www.hypebot.com/spotify-names-25-most-influential-aritsits-under-25/ - Published: 2015-08-18T11:02:14.000Z - Updated: 2015-08-18T11:02:14.000Z - Description: Today Spotify shared a list that they are calling the World’s 25 Most Influential Artists Under 25, led by Ed Sheeran. The global ranking was determined by volume and growth of. Continue reading [https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2015/08/spotify-names-25-most-influential-aritsits-under-25.html] - Author: Bruce Houghton - Tags: Music Business, Social Media, Ariana Grande, Associated Press, Demi Lovato, Ed Sheeran, Eleveneleven, Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, Sam Smith, Selena Gomez, Spotify, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-01-21 10:28 [![Spotify](http://hypebot.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451b36c69e201b8d14addf7970c-150wi "Spotify")](http://hypebot.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451b36c69e201b8d14addf7970c-popup?ref=hypebot.com)Today **Spotify** shared a list that they are calling the **World’s 25 Most Influential Artists Under 25**, led by **Ed Sheeran**. The global ranking was determined by volume and growth of streams over the past year, number-one hits and performance on Spotify’s viral chart. **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Spotify Names 25 Most Influential Artists Under 25** [![image from www.hypebot.com](http://hypebot.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451b36c69e201b8d14ade5b970c-150wi "image from www.hypebot.com")](http://hypebot.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451b36c69e201b8d14ade5b970c-popup?ref=hypebot.com) 1\. **Ed Sheeran** *(Age 24)* The UK singer-songwriter was not only Spotify’s most-streamed artist of 2014, but holds the title of most-streamed song of all time with his ballad [*Thinking Out Loud*](https://play.spotify.com/album/7tfLd4nCjJy94JDp2eY86e?ref=hypebot.com). *2\.* **Ariana Grande** *(Age 22)* Averaging three million streams a day and with more than 2.5 million followers on Spotify, it’s safe to say this diminutive power-singer has a grande-sized presence. **3\. Sam Smith** *(Age 23)* His stunning debut album, [*In The Lonely Hour*](https://play.spotify.com/album/2Jg7JZ0ZXOGje1bkq7CVgK?ref=hypebot.com), might have been released more than a year ago, but Spotify listeners refuse to leave this UK singer-songwriter alone; his song [*Stay With Me*](https://play.spotify.com/album/7bFHlsbkLZEFxBqDGRXRjP?ref=hypebot.com) has streamed more than 350 million times. **4\. Miley Cyrus** *(Age 22)* It doesn’t matter whether she’s between albums or between daring poses, Spotifiers listen to Miley’s music in consistently high numbers and she boasts a following of nearly 1.5 million on Spotify. **5\. One Direction** *(Ages 21-23)* The boy band might be down one member, but streams are up. In fact, when Zayn Malik’s exit from 1D was announced in March, streams increased by 796% percent in the US. Also, their new song, [*Drag Me Down*](https://play.spotify.com/album/7LnU0hAOYe9aq91PCKMI7A?ref=hypebot.com), set a number of Spotify records, including greatest number of streams on a single day (4.75 million on release day). **6\. Disclosure** *(Ages 21 and 24)* The EDM duo’s 2013 debut album *Settle* was a critical and Spotify smash, and buzz is building for their follow-up which lands in September – check out new track [*Omen*](https://play.spotify.com/album/2Vd3aVbpKUyRq42B7xd2HW?play=true&utm%5Fsource=open.spotify.com&utm%5Fmedium=open) which features our friend at #3 on this list. **7\. Selena Gomez** *(Age 23)* Listeners have responded positively to the sultry turn Selena takes on her new track [*Good For You*](https://play.spotify.com/album/7o2isj1xuTf4gzQJ7gDUzI?ref=hypebot.com) from her upcoming album *Revival*, and her popularity with our listeners puts the singer up there as a top pop force. **8\. Rae Sremmurd** *(Ages 20 and 21)* The brother duo from Atlanta are Spotify’s most popular hip-hop act under the age of 25, with multiple tracks from their album [*Sremmlife*](https://play.spotify.com/album/6eDx949ONWDCN0O22wFZf7?ref=hypebot.com) streaming in the millions. **9\. Demi Lovato** *(Age 22)* When Demi’s track [*Cool For The Summer*](https://play.spotify.com/album/3zBmbj91hxwuf70OTksAWf?ref=hypebot.com) dropped last month, it generated a song of the summer buzz and rightly so; it’s surprisingly-rocking chorus has it racking up streams in a big way. **10\. Fifth Harmony** *(Ages 18-22)* Their track [*Worth It*](https://play.spotify.com/album/2y61dhDWWdM66Z8q9Nypk2?ref=hypebot.com) is one of the top jams this summer and has appealed to listeners worldwide, bringing this vivacious all-girl group massive ‘worth it’ status. **11\. Meghan Trainor** *(Age 21)* The singer-songwriter has followed up the runaway success of [*All About That Bass*](https://play.spotify.com/album/2Gf7TGoOt6FyRi7p32OzUM?ref=hypebot.com) with a string of hits, including our listeners’ current favorite, [*Dear Future Husband*](https://play.spotify.com/album/5W98Ab4VvQEuFEE4TIe5fE?ref=hypebot.com). **12\. Kygo** *(Age 23)* This Norwegian DJ stepped into the limelight with his original tropical house sound on the mega-hit [*Firestone*](https://play.spotify.com/album/4JVCsRgCU1j17JcNGdwXNw?ref=hypebot.com), and more recently, [*Stole The Show*](https://play.spotify.com/album/26bzHnyTkFBFHUFeRwFDn7?ref=hypebot.com), which has been a scene-stealer near the top of our global charts for weeks. **13\. James Bay** *(Age 24)* Below the hat and long hair you’ll find a soulful voice that has brought this UK troubadour much attention on both sides of the Atlantic; his track [*Hold Back The River*](https://play.spotify.com/album/05EJMq1Nm9rsfCA2KnNp58?ref=hypebot.com) has streamed more than 140 million times. **14\. Charlie Puth** *(Age 23)* Hailing from New Jersey, this gentle singer was introduced to the world as the featured artist on Wiz Khalifa’s chart-topping song [*See You Again*](https://play.spotify.com/album/02tTjKlh9iQ5jlWYPbKLJZ?ref=hypebot.com), and now he’s breaking out on his own with rising ballad [*Marvin Gaye*](https://play.spotify.com/album/0HfAFdxzAEOn1H9WQeaqgZ?ref=hypebot.com) \- with a little help from featured singer Meghan Trainor! **15\. Justin Bieber** *(Age 21)* Averaging a million streams a day, Bieber remains one of Spotify’s most-beloved artists under 25, and his collaboration with Jack Ü on the song [*Where Are Ü Now*](https://play.spotify.com/album/6bfkwBrGYKJFk6Z4QVyjxd?ref=hypebot.com) has him scaling charts around the world at the moment. **16\. Rita Ora** *(Age 24)* With her new song [*Poison*](https://play.spotify.com/album/6hKHpD9mnIjiJWmAunnQT8?ref=hypebot.com) taking off, this UK singer is poised to have a long, robust career, thanks to her impressive vocal chops, sass and loyal following. Check out her steamy new track, [*Body On Me*](https://play.spotify.com/album/2mx2hlgAtxrXrWRnerdVGB?ref=hypebot.com). **17\. Martin Garrix** *(Age 19)* He got his start remixing Christina Aguilera songs, and now the 19-year-old Dutch DJ is a go-to for party playlists, and with a streaming average of one million a day, is an indisputable top player in today’s EDM field. **18\. Vince Staples** *(Age 22)* The west coast rapper enjoyed an impressive first week on Spotify with his debut album [*Summertime ’06*](https://play.spotify.com/album/4Csoz10NhNJOrCTUoPBdUD?ref=hypebot.com)*,* which was lauded by critics as one of the most promising hip-hop albums of the year. **19\. Hunter Hayes** *(Age 23)* Streaming about half a million times a day, the Louisiana-born country singer is a perennial favorite with Spotify listeners; we’re liking his latest single, [*Someday Girl*](https://play.spotify.com/album/0Zsa3o3WapAbIg07xQ8MZA?ref=hypebot.com). **20\. Silento** *(Age 17)* Every once in a while a song comes along that inspires a dance craze and this summer that song is [*Watch Me (Whip / Nae Nae)*](https://play.spotify.com/album/49eMTvZts28gaWZYOkwwhn?ref=hypebot.com)*,* which has brought the Atlanta-based teen rapper Silento overnight success and a smooth ride (or nae nae) up the charts. **21\. 5 Seconds of Summer** *(Ages 19-21)* The lively Aussie pop-punk band just released new single [*She’s Kinda Hot*](https://play.spotify.com/album/3GHSJr3kphMYHd7tYelcsA?ref=hypebot.com) and it’s… kinda hot; just ask female listeners under the age of 17 who form a key part of 5SOS’s Spotify fan base. **22\. Dej Loaf** *(Age 24)* This up-and-coming rapper/singer from Detroit just dropped her excellent EP [*#AndSeeThatsTheThing*](https://play.spotify.com/album/06KRobP4coZ4I6Kfgxb1FV?ref=hypebot.com), which capitalizes on the momentum she’s enjoyed with our US listeners in recent months (check out track [*We Winnin’*](https://play.spotify.com/album/06KRobP4coZ4I6Kfgxb1FV?ref=hypebot.com)). **23\. Echosmith** *(Ages 14-20)* The LA-based indie band shook up listeners a year ago when their debut album [*Talking Dreams*](https://play.spotify.com/album/6g8IFTOQ6kNLmoBhQ8fzEJ?ref=hypebot.com)caught on in a big way. The catchy song [*Cool Kids*](https://play.spotify.com/album/1oHY6eQmEG8skElDvFgKz2?ref=hypebot.com) has streamed more than 185 million times and counting. **24\. SZA (pron. “sizza”)** *(Age 24)* One of the most interesting artists to enter the R&B space in recent years, this talented singer-songwriter blends dream-like grooves with elements of hip-hop and soul, and the end result is incredibly alluring. Listeners have been streaming SZA’s music steadily since her debut album [*Z*](https://play.spotify.com/album/2qCyMMQ785sPH4Yx25GQZ8?ref=hypebot.com) dropped in 2014. **25\. Halsey** *(Age 20)* Her hair color may change frequently, but listeners are unwavering in their support for this 20-year-old’s dreamy pop songs; we think the track [*New Americana*](https://play.spotify.com/album/1zz5kkBVYIei6t5ATsNhm0?ref=hypebot.com) is going places, and look forward to Halsey’s full-length debut album *Badlands* to drop later this month. 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