A Billion Plays Later
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About This Podcast
Welcome to a Billion Plays Later! A podcast where Fern and Allie talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify!
What makes a song an instant classic? Is it pure pop magic, is it timing, or the power of a TikTok trend? Join music enthusiasts Allie and Fern as they dive deep into one mega-hit per episode. They'll break down the history, the cultural impact, the production secrets, and the occasional drama behind these chart-topping titans. We will also listen to some fan covers and parodies along the way.
From 80s throwbacks that found a second life to modern pop anthems and hip-hop heavyweights, we will explore the soundtrack of the streaming era. If you love music analysis, chart trivia, and behind-the-scenes stories of the world’s biggest hits, you're in the right place.
Tune in and find out why these songs stick around and what it takes to join the Billions Club.
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Recent Episodes
Rap God - Eminem (A Billion Plays Later) -EP 37
Body Like a Back Road - Sam Hunt (A Billion Plays Later) -EP 36-
I Took a Pill in Ibiza - Mike Posner (Seeb Remix) (A Billion Plays Later) -EP 35-
MILLION DOLLAR BABY - Tommy Richman (A Billion Plays Later) -EP 34-
Today, we cover a Tiktok smash hit, Million Dollar Baby by Tommy Richman!
Unwritten - Natasha Bedingfield (A Billion Plays Later) -EP 33-
Welcome to another episode of A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss the mid 2000's smash hit,…
Closer - The Chainsmokers -EP. 30-
In where we talk about one of the biggest songs of the 2020's, Closer by the Chainsmokers.
Bye Bye Bye - NSYNC (A Billion Plays Later) -EP 32-
In where Allie and Fern talk about Bye Bye Bye by NSYNC! We liked this song before the Deadpool movie.
You're Beautiful - James Blunt (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 29]
In where we cover You're Beautiful by James Blunt!
Radioactive - Imagine Dragons (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 28]
In where we cover Radioactive by Imagine Dragons!
Sweet Child O' Mine - Guns N' Roses (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 27]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss Sweet Child O' Mine by Guns N' Roses!
S1E26 Safe and Sound - Capital Cities (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 26]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss Safe and Sound by Capital Cities.
Rockin Around the Christmas Tree - Brenda Lee (A Billion Plays Later) [EP. 25]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss the Christmas staple, Rockin' Around the…
S1E22 Mo Bamba - Sheck Wes (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 22]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss Gen Z One Hit Wonder and noted Trump supported,…
S1E24 Since U Been Gone -Kelly Clarkson (A Billion Plays Later) [EP. 24]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss Kelly Clarkson's 7th single, Since U Been Gone!
S1E22 Cake by the Ocean - DNCE (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 23]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss Cake by the Ocean by DNCE! We are joined by…
S1E19 Hips Don't Lie - Shakira (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 21]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss Hips Don't Lie by Shakira.
S1E18 Starships - Nicki Minaj (A Billion Plays Later) [EP. 20]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss Starships by Nicki Minaj.
S1E17 I Kissed a Girl - Katy Perry (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 19]
Welcome to another episode of A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss I Kissed a Girl by Katy…
S1E16 Timber - Pitbull featuring Kesha (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 18]
Welcome to A Billion Plays Later! The podcast where Allie and Fern talk about songs that have a billion streams on Spotify. Today's episode, we discuss Timber by Pitbull featuring Kesha
S1E15 My Girl - The Temptations (A Billion Plays Later) [EP 17]
In where we talk about My Girl by The Temptations! We also cover the history of Motown records and the changes that they had on charting music.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Billion Plays Later has published 36 episodes since December 2024, covering topics in Music, Music Commentary.
A Billion Plays Later is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 3m.
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