Taylor Swift, global leader in music sales in 2025: IFPI record and fourth consecutive year in first place

The artist ranked first in the global music sales chart in 2025, being recognized by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) for the fourth consecutive year and the sixth time in her career. This award honors the artist with the highest album and single sales, including digital, physical, and streaming formats.

Swift surpassed the K-pop group Stray Kids, which achieved a record position in the chart, and rap superstar Drake. The award comes after the release of her album 'The Life of a Showgirl', which had a remarkable debut. Additionally, her love story with football player Travis Kelce and the release of the documentary 'The End of an Era' contributed to her success. Victoria Oakley, CEO of IFPI, called Swift's achievement "historic." The list of artists with the highest sales also includes names like The Weeknd, Bad Bunny, and Kendrick Lamar.