It's official: Spotify is declaring 2024 the Year of the Cowgirl. In culture, we are seeing celebs, influencers, and others don western boots and flat, wide-brimmed hats as they emulate the style of the cowgirl. And music is following suit: Earlier this year, Beyonc embraced her country side with the release of COWBOY CARTER, and curated collections like Spotify's daylist Country Love Songs Coastal Cowgirl are becoming listener favorites.
In June, we celebrated country artists from Spotify House at CMA Fest for the fifth year in a row with three days of nonstop country performances by more than 35 artists. Now, we are continuing the fun with a cowgirl focus.
Country rising Over the last five years, country music's popularity on Spotify has grown immensely, with a nearly 110% increase in U.S. streams during that time. One trend that quickly picked up steam last year is coastal cowgirl (think slow-paced country living meets sun-soaked coastal dreaminess), and it continues to make waves on Spotify, along with playlists like neon cowgirl, which saw more than a 100% increase in streams in 2024.
This year, more than 220,000 user-generated cowgirl playlists have been created on Spotify globally. Some of the top tracks added to these playlists include Jolene by Dolly Parton, Cowgirls (feat. ERNEST) by Morgan Wallen, Wide Open Spaces by The Chicks, Tennessee Orange by Megan Moroney, and Wagon Wheel by Darius Rucker. Some of the top artists added to user-generated cowgirl playlists on Spotify include Beyonc , Kelsea Ballerini, Kacey Musgraves, Kane Brown, and Taylor Swift.
A destination perfect for any cowgirl To celebrate the Year of the Cowgirl, Spotify created a one-stop on-platform destination. Here, listeners can find playlists like Hot Country, bespoke mixes like Line Dancing Country, podcasts like God's Country, and even audiobook recommendations like Her Christmas Cowboy by Marie Richards. From tried-and-true favorites to new releases, this hub will give country music fans everything they want as they celebrate the Year of the Cowgirl.
Two-stepping in LA On August 7, influencers gathered in Los Angeles at the Desert 5 Spot to toast the Year of the Cowgirl with Spotify. Country stars Carly Pearce and Carter Faith performed, with a DJ set by Brandi Cyrus. Attendees had the chance to bring their cowgirl aesthetic to life with unique accessories like personalized cowgirl hats and a branded charm bar.
Carly Pearce (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
Carter Faith (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
Brandi Cyrus (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
(Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
Carter Faith (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
(Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
(Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
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For listeners at home, it's time to celebrate your inner cowgirl. Dust off your boots-and headphones-and check out the Year of the Cowgirl destination.
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It's official: Spotify is declaring 2024 the Year of the Cowgirl. In culture, we are seeing celebs, influencers, and others don western boots and flat, wide-brimmed hats as they emulate the style of the cowgirl. And music is following suit: Earlier this year, Beyonc embraced her country side with the release of COWBOY CARTER, and curated collections like Spotify's daylist Country Love Songs Coastal Cowgirl are becoming listener favorites.
