Roxette’s Classics Hit New Streaming Highs
Sweden’s pop veterans toast three signature tunes as they shatter play records on Spotify!
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Streaming Sensation Continues
Roxette, the Swedish pop duo behind some of the late 1980s’ most enduring hits, has just marked another remarkable week on Spotify. In an Instagram post on their official handle (@realroxette), the pair announced that “It Must Have Been Love” has surpassed 800 million streams, “Listen To Your Heart” has climbed past 500 million, and “The Look” has just crossed the 400 million mark. The celebratory caption read: “What a Spotify week! ’It Must Have Been Love’ more than 800 million streamings, then ’Listen To Your Heart’ more than 500 million streamings and now….. Badabam! 🥂 ’The Look’ passed 400 million streamings today! This is as good as it gets! Thanks everyone for listening!!! ❤️❤️❤️.” The post (instagram.com/p/DJ7lJuQM1Y-/) featured a festive image overlaying the song titles and streaming counts on a backdrop of champagne glasses.
From Malmö To Global Charts
Formed in 1986 by songwriter Per Gessle and vocalist Marie Fredriksson, Roxette first hit international fame with “The Look” in 1989. That single vaulted to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, paving the way for subsequent chart-toppers like “Listen To Your Heart” (1988) and “It Must Have Been Love,” which earned renewed acclaim after appearing in the 1990 film Pretty Woman. Over a career spanning three decades, the duo has sold more than 75 million records and netted four No. 1 hits in the U.S.
Their streaming surge underscores how these tracks continue to resonate with listeners old and new. “It Must Have Been Love” remains one of the most popular power ballads on digital platforms, while “Listen To Your Heart” frequently appears on curated love-song playlists. “The Look,” with its infectious guitar riff, has enjoyed renewed discovery via TikTok dance challenges and retro-themed Spotify mixes.
Echoes Of A Lasting Legacy
Fans have taken to social media to share personal stories tied to these songs—weddings soundtracked by “It Must Have Been Love,” proms set to “The Look,” and late-night road trips scored by “Listen To Your Heart.” On one of their recent Instagram posts, Roxette also teased a return to touring. “I’m so happy this tour will happen. Hope you can catch us on the road! Have a fab weekend, y’all!” they wrote (instagram.com/p/DJeO0WtoIKr/), hinting at live dates that will underscore the duo’s enduring appeal.
Industry observers note that the sustained popularity of Roxette’s catalogue highlights a broader trend: classic hits finding second life—and new audiences—through streaming. As algorithms spotlight familiar melodies, legacy acts can enjoy resurgence alongside contemporary artists. For Roxette, whose music helped define an era, this digital renaissance is both a celebration of past achievements and a gateway to future fans.
As the Spotify counters continue to tick upward, Roxette’s blend of timeless songwriting and memorable hooks shows no sign of losing momentum. Their place in pop history is firmly cemented, yet each new milestone proves that the duo’s magic still sparks across generations.
Whether you discovered these tracks decades ago or just pressed play, Roxette’s latest streaming triumphs serve as a reminder that truly great pop never goes out of style.
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