The Weeknd's hit song 'Blinding Lights' has become the first track in Spotify history to surpass five billion streams, highlighting its extraordinary popularity.

Its chart performance underscores its longevity, spending 12 weeks in the top 10 of the Hot 100, 43 weeks in the top five, and four weeks at number one.

Initially teased in a Mercedes ad on German TV, 'Blinding Lights' became the biggest song of 2020 by sales, spending a full year in the US Top 10, and later overtaking 'The Twist' as Billboard’s top Hot 100 hit of all time in 2021.

The song also topped Billboard's Top Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs of the 21st Century chart and was named Billboard's top R&B/hip-hop song of the century so far, reflecting its broad cultural impact.

The milestone coincides with a reissue campaign of The Weeknd’s 2015 album 'Beauty Behind the Madness,' which includes new vinyl, picture discs, and singles featuring hits like 'Can’t Feel My Face' and 'The Hills.'

The artist expressed gratitude for the song’s impact and its ability to connect with millions of listeners worldwide.

Its sustained popularity over several years, with millions of daily streams, underscores its lasting cultural influence and sets a high bar for future artists.

'Blinding Lights' previously was the second song to surpass 4 billion streams, behind Ed Sheeran's 'Shape Of You,' which held the record for over seven years.

The song is one of several by The Weeknd with over one billion streams, including hits like 'Starboy,' 'The Hills,' and collaborations with artists such as Ariana Grande and Kendrick Lamar.

This milestone cements 'Blinding Lights' as one of the most streamed songs ever, with The Weeknd having 28 songs in Spotify’s 'Billions Club,' the most for any artist.

Released in November 2019 as part of the 'After Hours' album, 'Blinding Lights' dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks and remained in the top 10 for a year, with a record 57-week run in the top 10.

The Weeknd is currently touring with Playboi Carti, with recent concerts at Houston's NRG Stadium and the Alamodome, wrapping up in early September.

There is speculation about The Weeknd possibly retiring his persona, as he hinted earlier this year that he might be done with 'The Weeknd.'