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Taylor Swift Surprise Album Breaks Spotify's Single-Day Record

Taylor Swift has released a surprise album that shattered Spotify's single-day streaming record. 'Midnight Revisions' was streamed over 500 million times in 24 hours, cementing Swift's dominance in the music industry.

Sarah Mitchell

By Sarah Mitchell - Chief Political Correspondent

Last Updated: December 17, 2025

Concert performance

Taylor Swift breaks streaming record

Record-Breaking Release

Swift announced 'Midnight Revisions' at midnight via social media, generating 500 million Spotify streams in 24 hours. The album simultaneously topped charts in 92 countries.

Fan Frenzy

Swifties crashed multiple platforms attempting to access the album. Merchandise sold out within minutes. The surprise release strategy has become Swift's signature move.

Industry Impact

The release demonstrates Swift's unmatched ability to command attention in a fragmented media landscape. Other artists are studying her direct-to-fan approach.