“Music Makes The People Come Together”

akistan’s music listeners pressed play like never before in 2025 and the data reflects a shifting cultural moment. Rapper Talha Anjum has retained his position as the country’s Top Pakistani Artist for the second consecutive year, according to Spotify’s 2025 Wrapped, the platform’s yearly breakdown of global and local listening trends.

The latest Wrapped report highlights a major rise in local music consumption, which has increased by 70 percent year-on-year. It points to a growing appetite for homegrown talent and an increasingly varied landscape where artists connect across generations.

Rounding out this year’s top three are Umair in second place and Hasan Raheem in third, while long-time favourites Atif Aslam and Ustaad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan continue to draw steady streams. Rising names including Maanu, Bayaan, Afusic, AliSoomroMusic and Annural Khalid underscore a scene where established voices and newcomers together shape the country’s evolving sound.

The Songs That Defined the Year

Spotify’s list of most streamed tracks offers a snapshot of shifting tastes. ‘Jhol’ by Maanu and Annural Khalid leads the table, followed by ’Pal Pal’ by Afusic and AliSoomroMusic and ‘Maand’ by Bayaan, Hasan Raheem and Rovalio. Other highly played tracks include ‘Departure Lane’ by Talha Anjum and Umair and ‘Wishes’ by Hasan Raheem, Umair and Talwiinder. Together, these releases highlight a new wave of artists balancing fresh production with an instinctive understanding of what audiences prefer.

Albums That Shaped 2025

Listeners also engaged strongly with albums. Safar by Bayaan took the top spot, followed by My Terrible Mind by Talha Anjum and Umair, ROCKSTAR WITHOUT A GUITAR by Umair and Open Letter by Talha Anjum and Umair.

Hip hop grew 35 percent this year and continues to influence listening habits. Fan favourites such as Unforgettable by Imran Khan and Gunkali by Kaavish remained popular, while newer releases like Dil Kay Parday by Hasan Raheem and thikaana by Maanu made notable entries. Bol OST featuring songs by Atif Aslam and Sajjad Ali and Superstar by Bilal Saeed also appeared among the year’s top albums.

A Personalised Year in Music

Wrapped 2025 extends beyond rankings to offer a more personalised experience. New features such as Wrapped Party, Listening Archive and Listening Age join classics like Top Artists and Top Songs, giving users a fuller picture of their year in music. The update turns individual listening habits into moments fans can share with their communities and the artists they follow.

As Pakistan’s music scene grows, 2025 proves that the country’s diverse sound is more than a collection of streams and charts. It is a living, breathing organism, shaped by a conversation between artists and audiences, where beats carry stories, melodies bridge generations and lyrics capture the unsaid for a wide range of listeners. From the underground to the mainstream, from timeless legends to rising stars, Pakistan’s music continues to pulse with creativity, resilience and possibility far beyond its borders.

Top Pakistani Artists, Songs and Albums of 2025

Top Artists:

Talha Anjum

Umair

Hasan Raheem

Atif Aslam

Ustaad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

Maanu

Bayaan

Afusic

AliSoomroMusic

Annural Khalid

Top Songs:

‘Jhol’ by Maanu and Annural Khalid

‘Pal Pal’ by Afusic, AliSoomroMusic

‘Maand’ by Bayaan, Hasan Raheem, Rovalio

‘Departure Lane’ by Talha Anjum, Umair

‘Wishes’ by Hasan Raheem, Umair, Talwiinder

‘Pal Pal (with Talwiinder)’ by Afusic, AliSoomroMusic

‘Heer’ by Ali & Shjr, Haider Ali

‘Nahin Milta’ by Bayaan

‘Bikhra’ by Abdul Hannan, Rovalio

‘OBVIOUS (feat. Hasan Raheem)’ by Umair

Top Albums:

Safar by Bayaan

My Terrible Mind by Talha Anjum and Umair

ROCKSTAR WITHOUT A GUITAR by Umair

Open Letter by Talha Anjum and Umair

Unforgettable by Imran Khan

Gunkali by Kaavish

Dil Kay Parday by Hasan Raheem

Bol OST by Atif Aslam, Sajjad Ali

thikaana by Maanu

Superstar by Bilal Saeed