Kelly Clarkson has finally cracked the billion-stream barrier, making her one of Spotify's elite artists. The 43-year-old singer-songwriter achieved this milestone with her iconic pop-rock anthem "Since U Been Gone", which catapulted her into the coveted Billions Club.
Released as part of her second studio album in 2004, "Breakaway", the song was a breakout hit that reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earned several awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 2006.
Over the years, Clarkson has been open about the challenges she faced while recording the song, but it's clear that its enduring popularity is a testament to her talent. In a 2020 interview with Apple Music, she reflected on the experience, saying that "I love what the song does for people" and shared a humorous anecdote about trashing an apartment during the music video shoot.
While "Since U Been Gone" remains Clarkson's only entry into Spotify's Billions Club, her other hits are hot on its heels. Tracks like "Underneath the Tree", "Because of You", and "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" have each surpassed 800 million streams, cementing her status as one of streaming's most successful artists.
With this achievement, Clarkson joins a select group of artists who have cracked the billion-stream barrier, solidifying her place among Spotify's elite.
Released as part of her second studio album in 2004, "Breakaway", the song was a breakout hit that reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earned several awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 2006.
Over the years, Clarkson has been open about the challenges she faced while recording the song, but it's clear that its enduring popularity is a testament to her talent. In a 2020 interview with Apple Music, she reflected on the experience, saying that "I love what the song does for people" and shared a humorous anecdote about trashing an apartment during the music video shoot.
While "Since U Been Gone" remains Clarkson's only entry into Spotify's Billions Club, her other hits are hot on its heels. Tracks like "Underneath the Tree", "Because of You", and "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" have each surpassed 800 million streams, cementing her status as one of streaming's most successful artists.
With this achievement, Clarkson joins a select group of artists who have cracked the billion-stream barrier, solidifying her place among Spotify's elite.
Can you believe it?! Kelly Clarkson is literally a music streaming rockstar now! I mean, "Since U Been Gone" has been killing it for years and it's awesome to see that it's finally reached 1 billion streams on Spotify! 
What's even more impressive is how well her other songs are doing - like "Underneath the Tree" and "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" have already hit the 800 million stream mark! 
I'm loving this new generation of music streaming, it's so great to see artists getting the recognition they deserve. And can we talk about how iconic that song is?! 
It's like it was made for a time when streaming was still a relatively new thing. Anyway, congrats to Kelly Clarkson on reaching this milestone! 
- what does it say about our society that an artist needs to reach a billion streams to be considered "elite"? Is it just a reflection of how we consume music now? I'm not saying Kelly Clarkson isn't talented or anything, but is this really the measure of success in the entertainment industry anymore? And don't even get me started on streaming numbers - are they even a fair way to gauge an artist's impact? 
I mean, it's no surprise that "Since U Been Gone" is still slaying after all these years, the song is just SO iconic 
Clarkson's talent and dedication to her craft are truly inspiring. And can we talk about how relatable her music is? I'm sure she's made a difference in so many people's lives 
It just goes to show that with talent and hard work, you can make something truly iconic. I mean, I've seen some of the older videos of her on YouTube and she's still got that fiery personality shining through 
. I remember listening to it on repeat back in the day and just can't get enough of it. her talent is undeniable, and it's so cool to see her milestone after milestone 
. and yaaas, let's give it up for all her other hits too!
... I mean, think about it - our music streaming platforms are like the US Senate, with some artists dominating the chamber and others struggling to get their work heard 
. But let's not forget, it's not just about individual success - it's also about how we support our favorite artists and creators, kind of like how we vote for our elected officials 
. We gotta give it up for Clarkson and her team, they're the real MVPs 
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i mean, she's been in the industry for ages but still killing it! I love how "since u been gone" is one of those songs that never gets old - it's like, the ultimate anthem for anyone who's ever had their heart broken 
. and yay for her being super open about the struggles she faced while making the song, it's always cool to see artists be real about their creative process 
. I guess what I'm saying is, talent never goes out of style, and KELLY'S GOT IT IN SPADES! 
? it's amazing how artists like Clarkson continue to push boundaries and create iconic hits that transcend generations. And congrats to her for reaching this milestone - she totally deserves it 
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. The fact that she was open about her struggles while making that song just adds to its magic 
. Clarkson's music has been giving me life for years, and now I can add "I'm basically an elite artist" to my bio 
. Love how she keeps it real about the song's impact on people - that's what makes her so relatable 
. Can't wait to see what else she does next 
. Clarkson's talent is undeniable, she's been through the struggles & come out on top