In a recent development, American singer Miley Cyrus’s song ‘Flowers’ became the world’s best-selling single in 2023, marking her first time atop the IFPI charts.
The emotionally charged breakup song, complete with disco elements, resonated worldwide with its uplifting message of self-love, earning Cyrus the IFPI Global Single Award after her double Grammy triumph.
With 2.7 billion streams on paid subscription services, “Flowers” not only topped charts worldwide, but also captured the spirit of “a truly global hit”, according to Lewis Morrison, the IFPI’s director of global charts and certifications.
Meanwhile, Nigerian and Mexican performers made their debuts in the top ten, demonstrating the growing popularity of Afrobeats and regional Mexican genres.
Rema’s duet with Selena Gomez, “Calm Down,” took the second slot, while “La Bebe” by Yng Lvcas and Peso Pluma secured the sixth spot.
