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
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Oct 20, 2025
Oct 20, 2025
1hr 18 min
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.
Oct 20, 2025
Oct 20, 2025
58 min
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 All Star by Smash Mouth
Oct 20, 2025
Oct 20, 2025
1hr 1 min
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 Losing My Religion by R.E.M.
Oct 20, 2025
Oct 20, 2025
54 min
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 Let Her Go by Passenger
Sep 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
50 min
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 Smack That by Akon featuring Eminem.
Sep 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
55 min
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 My House by Flo Rida
Sep 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
50 min
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 Sex on Fire by Kings of Leon.
Sep 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
1hr 8 min
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 iSpy by Kyle featuring Lil Yahty.
This week, we have a special guest! Stefan from the Los Angeles Pop Punk band, Glass Generation.
Sep 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
51 min
In where we talk about Rude by Magic! (The exclamation point is part of the band)
Sep 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
1hr 1 min
In where we talk about 24k Magic by Bruno Mars!
In this episode, we have our first guest! We are visited by local jazz/ funk fan Wes.