Best-Selling Artists Worldwide: A Look at the IFPI’s Top Artists from 2013 to 2024
The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) releases an annual list of the best-selling artists worldwide. From 2013 to 2024, some of the biggest names in music have topped the charts. Let’s take a look at the IFPI’s number one best-selling artists worldwide for each year:
2013: One Direction
The British boy band took the world by storm in 2013, with hits like “Best Song Ever” and “Story of My Life.”
2014: Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s album “1989” was a game-changer in 2014, marking her official transition from country to pop.
2015: Adele
Adele’s powerful voice and emotional lyrics made her album “25” a global phenomenon in 2015.
2016: Drake
The Canadian rapper’s album “Views” broke multiple records in 2016, cementing his status as a hip-hop superstar.
2017: Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran’s album “÷” (Divide) was a massive hit in 2017, featuring chart-topping singles like “Shape of You” and “Perfect.”
2018: Drake
Drake’s album “Scorpion” dominated the charts in 2018, making him the first artist to top the IFPI’s list twice.
2019: Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s album “Lover” was a critical and commercial success in 2019, featuring hits like “Me!” and “You Need to Calm Down.”
2020: BTS
The K-pop group BTS made history in 2020, becoming the first non-English speaking act to top the IFPI’s list.
2021: BTS
BTS repeated their success in 2021, with their album “Butter” breaking multiple records and cementing their status as global superstars.
2022: Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s album “Midnights” was a massive hit in 2022, featuring chart-topping singles like “Anti-Hero” and “Lavender Haze.”
2023: Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s album “Midnights” continued to dominate the charts in 2023, making her the first artist to top the IFPI’s list four times.
2024: Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s album “Midnights” remained a global phenomenon in 2024, solidifying her position as one of the best-selling artists of all time.
From One Direction to Taylor Swift, these artists have made significant contributions to the music industry, inspiring fans worldwide with their talent and creativity.
