GITNUXREPORT 2025

Music Genre Statistics

Pop, hip-hop, and EDM dominate the booming global music industry in 2022.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Pop music accounted for 27% of all music consumption worldwide in 2022

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The most streamed genre on Spotify globally in 2022 was pop, with over 30 billion streams

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Hip-hop/Rap is the most popular genre among US teens, with 38% listing it as their favorite

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Jazz music has seen a 12% decline in album sales since 2018

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Rock music accounts for around 20% of all music sales in the US

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Alternative/Indie music saw a 10% increase in streaming hours in 2022

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R&B music accounts for approximately 15% of global music consumption

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Reggaeton became the most popular Latin genre in US streaming in 2022, with a 35% share of Latin music streams

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Metal music albums sales declined by 22% between 2018 and 2022

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Indie pop saw a 9% increase in album releases worldwide in 2022

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The genre of trap music accounted for 20% of all hip-hop streams globally in 2022

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K-pop groups have topped billboard charts 25 times in 2023

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The global sales of country music digital tracks increased by 30% from 2021 to 2022

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Latin trap is the fastest-growing subgenre of Latin music, with a 30% annual growth rate

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The number of dancehall tracks on Spotify increased by 18% in 2022

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The top 10 most streamed songs of 2022 belonged to Pop and Hip-hop genres

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The global market share of reggaeton reached 12% of Latin music revenue in 2022

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The use of AI-generated music has increased by 40% in the indie genre over the past three years

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The percentage of teenagers who prefer listening to rap/hip-hop in the US is 38%

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The number of country music playlists on Spotify has doubled from 2019 to 2023

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Urban Latin music genres, including reggaeton and Latin trap, represent over 50% of all Latin music streams globally as of 2023

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Ed Sheeran's top charting singles are primarily in the pop and acoustic genres, making up over 80% of his total streams in 2022

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The top-selling classical music album of 2022 was by Lang Lang, selling over 1 million copies worldwide

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The majority of music streaming consumers under the age of 25 prefer pop and hip-hop genres, with 55% choosing these genres as their favorites

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The number of country-pop crossover hits increased by 18% in 2022 compared to previous years

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Afrobeat music's popularity surged in North America, with a 30% increase in streams on Spotify in 2022

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The streaming hours for gospel music increased by 10% globally in 2022

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The percentage of music lovers using vinyl records increased to 30% in 2023, especially popular among jazz and classic rock fans

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The global music industry revenue reached approximately $56 billion in 2022

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Streaming music revenue made up 65% of the total music industry revenue in 2022

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Latin music revenue grew by 25% in 2022, reaching $1.2 billion globally

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K-pop fandoms have grown significantly, with over 40 million global fans as of 2023

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Classical music concerts have experienced a 3% increase in attendance in 2023

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Gospel music revenue in the US increased 5% in 2022, reaching approximately $500 million

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The global trap music market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% from 2023 to 2028

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The average age of successful classical musicians is 45 years old

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The global sales of jazz vinyl records increased by 15% in 2023

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EDM producers earn an average of $75,000 annually, with top earners surpassing $1 million

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The average annual revenue per user (ARPU) for Spotify users in the US is $16.50

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Electronic Dance Music (EDM) generated over $7 billion in revenue globally in 2022

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The global mean earnings of classical musicians are approximately $35,000 annually, with top professionals earning over $100,000

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The global market for trap music is projected to reach $1.5 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 8%

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The most popular musical instruments used in electronic music production are synthesizers, with a 65% usage rate among producers

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Country music concerts saw a 15% increase in attendance in 2022 compared to the previous year

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EDM (Electronic Dance Music) festivals attracted over 5 million attendees globally in 2022

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The number of active folk music festivals worldwide increased by 8% in 2022

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The total number of music festivals worldwide in 2023 is estimated at over 4,200, with rock festivals making up 35% of the total

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The number of jazz concerts that feature fusion styles increased by 14% in 2023

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Bluegrass music has seen a 12% growth in digital streams in 2023 compared to 2022

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The average length of popular urban tracks increased from 3:15 to 3:45 minutes between 2018 and 2022

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The average number of monthly active users of music streaming services is 45 million globally

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Worldwide classical music streaming hours increased by 7% in 2023

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The popularity of Scandinavian metal bands like Amon Amarth and In Flames increased by 22% on streaming platforms in 2022

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Key Highlights

The global music industry revenue reached approximately $56 billion in 2022
Pop music accounted for 27% of all music consumption worldwide in 2022
Streaming music revenue made up 65% of the total music industry revenue in 2022
The most streamed genre on Spotify globally in 2022 was pop, with over 30 billion streams
Hip-hop/Rap is the most popular genre among US teens, with 38% listing it as their favorite
Country music concerts saw a 15% increase in attendance in 2022 compared to the previous year
EDM (Electronic Dance Music) festivals attracted over 5 million attendees globally in 2022
Jazz music has seen a 12% decline in album sales since 2018
Rock music accounts for around 20% of all music sales in the US
Latin music revenue grew by 25% in 2022, reaching $1.2 billion globally
K-pop fandoms have grown significantly, with over 40 million global fans as of 2023
Alternative/Indie music saw a 10% increase in streaming hours in 2022
Classical music concerts have experienced a 3% increase in attendance in 2023

From pop dominating streaming charts to Latin beats revolutionizing global markets, the music industry is experiencing a vibrant transformation driven by diverse genres capturing audiences worldwide.

Genre Popularity and Market Share

Pop music accounted for 27% of all music consumption worldwide in 2022
The most streamed genre on Spotify globally in 2022 was pop, with over 30 billion streams
Hip-hop/Rap is the most popular genre among US teens, with 38% listing it as their favorite
Jazz music has seen a 12% decline in album sales since 2018
Rock music accounts for around 20% of all music sales in the US
Alternative/Indie music saw a 10% increase in streaming hours in 2022
R&B music accounts for approximately 15% of global music consumption
Reggaeton became the most popular Latin genre in US streaming in 2022, with a 35% share of Latin music streams
Metal music albums sales declined by 22% between 2018 and 2022
Indie pop saw a 9% increase in album releases worldwide in 2022
The genre of trap music accounted for 20% of all hip-hop streams globally in 2022
K-pop groups have topped billboard charts 25 times in 2023
The global sales of country music digital tracks increased by 30% from 2021 to 2022
Latin trap is the fastest-growing subgenre of Latin music, with a 30% annual growth rate
The number of dancehall tracks on Spotify increased by 18% in 2022
The top 10 most streamed songs of 2022 belonged to Pop and Hip-hop genres
The global market share of reggaeton reached 12% of Latin music revenue in 2022
The use of AI-generated music has increased by 40% in the indie genre over the past three years
The percentage of teenagers who prefer listening to rap/hip-hop in the US is 38%
The number of country music playlists on Spotify has doubled from 2019 to 2023
Urban Latin music genres, including reggaeton and Latin trap, represent over 50% of all Latin music streams globally as of 2023
Ed Sheeran's top charting singles are primarily in the pop and acoustic genres, making up over 80% of his total streams in 2022
The top-selling classical music album of 2022 was by Lang Lang, selling over 1 million copies worldwide
The majority of music streaming consumers under the age of 25 prefer pop and hip-hop genres, with 55% choosing these genres as their favorites
The number of country-pop crossover hits increased by 18% in 2022 compared to previous years
Afrobeat music's popularity surged in North America, with a 30% increase in streams on Spotify in 2022
The streaming hours for gospel music increased by 10% globally in 2022
The percentage of music lovers using vinyl records increased to 30% in 2023, especially popular among jazz and classic rock fans

Genre Popularity and Market Share Interpretation

In 2022, while pop continued to dominate global streams with over 30 billion listens and a 27% share of worldwide consumption, the musical landscape was a vibrant tapestry of genres—hip-hop's teenage reign, reggaeton's Latin surge, Afrobeat's North American rise, and vintage vinyl's nostalgic comeback—all underscoring a world where diversity and digital innovation remix the future of music.

Industry Market Trends and Revenue

The global music industry revenue reached approximately $56 billion in 2022
Streaming music revenue made up 65% of the total music industry revenue in 2022
Latin music revenue grew by 25% in 2022, reaching $1.2 billion globally
K-pop fandoms have grown significantly, with over 40 million global fans as of 2023
Classical music concerts have experienced a 3% increase in attendance in 2023
Gospel music revenue in the US increased 5% in 2022, reaching approximately $500 million
The global trap music market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% from 2023 to 2028
The average age of successful classical musicians is 45 years old
The global sales of jazz vinyl records increased by 15% in 2023
EDM producers earn an average of $75,000 annually, with top earners surpassing $1 million
The average annual revenue per user (ARPU) for Spotify users in the US is $16.50
Electronic Dance Music (EDM) generated over $7 billion in revenue globally in 2022
The global mean earnings of classical musicians are approximately $35,000 annually, with top professionals earning over $100,000
The global market for trap music is projected to reach $1.5 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 8%
The most popular musical instruments used in electronic music production are synthesizers, with a 65% usage rate among producers

Industry Market Trends and Revenue Interpretation

As streaming consolidates its dominance—comprising 65% of the $56 billion global industry—genres like Latin, K-pop, and trap are riding high on impressive growth curves, while classical musicians mature gracefully at an average age of 45, illustrating a vibrant, evolving musical landscape where vinyl sales, gospel revenues, and EDM earnings affirm that regardless of age or format, music remains both a lucrative industry and a cultural cornerstone.

Live Music Events and Festivals

Country music concerts saw a 15% increase in attendance in 2022 compared to the previous year
EDM (Electronic Dance Music) festivals attracted over 5 million attendees globally in 2022
The number of active folk music festivals worldwide increased by 8% in 2022
The total number of music festivals worldwide in 2023 is estimated at over 4,200, with rock festivals making up 35% of the total
The number of jazz concerts that feature fusion styles increased by 14% in 2023

Live Music Events and Festivals Interpretation

While country concerts and jazz fusion shows continue to grow steadily, the explosive global embrace of EDM and folk festivals underscores a vibrant musical landscape where diverse genres are not just surviving but thriving, hinting at a future where the world’s musical palate is more eclectic than ever.

Streaming and Digital Consumption

Bluegrass music has seen a 12% growth in digital streams in 2023 compared to 2022
The average length of popular urban tracks increased from 3:15 to 3:45 minutes between 2018 and 2022
The average number of monthly active users of music streaming services is 45 million globally
Worldwide classical music streaming hours increased by 7% in 2023
The popularity of Scandinavian metal bands like Amon Amarth and In Flames increased by 22% on streaming platforms in 2022

Streaming and Digital Consumption Interpretation

While bluegrass strums higher in the digital woods and Scandinavian metal shreds further into the mainstream, the steady march toward longer urban tracks and a 45-million global listening appetite underscores a diverse symphony of evolving musical tastes in 2023.