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.
Episodes
May 1, 2026
May 1, 2026
1hr 22 min
In where Fern and Allie have a feeling that this song is not going to be good.
Apr 3, 2026
Apr 2, 2026
Apr 1, 2026
Mar 15, 2026
Mar 15, 2026
1hr 15 min
Today, we cover a Tiktok smash hit, Million Dollar Baby by Tommy Richman!
Mar 15, 2026
Mar 15, 2026
1hr 24 min
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 the mid 2000's smash hit, Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield. We are also joined by friend of the pod, Cameron from the Sacramento Pop Punk band, Addalemon!
Mar 15, 2026
Mar 15, 2026
1hr 5 min
In where we talk about one of the biggest songs of the 2020's, Closer by the Chainsmokers.
Feb 26, 2026
Feb 26, 2026
1hr 26 min
In where Allie and Fern talk about Bye Bye Bye by NSYNC!
We liked this song before the Deadpool movie.
Feb 2, 2026
Feb 2, 2026