A Billion Plays Later
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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Episodes
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Tuesday Dec 30, 2025
Tuesday Dec 30, 2025
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.
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
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 Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee!
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
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, Sheck Wes!
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
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!
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
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 Nolan from Rad Music. We also discuss a lot about the first Jonas Brother record.
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
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.
Monday Nov 17, 2025
Monday Nov 17, 2025
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.
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
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 Perry!
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
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
Monday Oct 20, 2025
Monday Oct 20, 2025
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.