KARACHI: Spotify's 2025 Wrapped has highlighted a significant year for Pakistani music, with Talha Anjum maintaining his position as the top local artist for the second consecutive year. As local music consumption rose by 70%, the results reflect a strong inclination towards homegrown talent.

Talha Anjum was joined by other popular musicians such as Umair and Hasan Raheem, while established artists like Atif Aslam and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan continued to enjoy substantial streaming numbers. Emerging artists Maanu, Bayaan, Afusic, AliSoomroMusic, and Annural Khalid also made a mark, demonstrating a fusion of different musical generations.

The year's top song, "Jhol" by Maanu and Annural Khalid, dominated the charts, followed by "Pal Pal" by Afusic and AliSoomroMusic. Other notable tracks include "Maand" by Bayaan, Hasan Raheem, and Rovalio, as well as "Departure Lane" by Talha Anjum and Umair.

In terms of albums, Bayaan's "Safar" emerged as the most popular, with Talha Anjum and Umair’s "My Terrible Mind" and "Open Letter" also receiving significant attention. This trend indicates a growing passion for local hip-hop, which saw a 35% increase this year.

Spotify's Wrapped 2025 not only provided insights into top artists, songs, and albums but also introduced new features such as Wrapped Party, Listening Archive, and Listening Age. These features aim to enhance user experience by turning personal listening moments into communal celebrations.

To access the personalized Wrapped experience, Spotify users need to ensure their mobile app is updated. More details about the top lists and user experiences are available on Spotify's For the Record blog.