dasha’s “Austin” Reaches Billion Streams on Spotify, Joining Elite Company
LOS ANGELES, CA – Country artist Dasha has achieved a monumental milestone with her breakout hit, “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’),” surpassing one billion streams on Spotify. this achievement positions dasha as only the second solo female country artist to reach this level of success on the platform,following Taylor Swift.
“I still can’t wrap my head around this,” Dasha shared. “Austin changed my life, and now just two years after I put it out on my own – it’s officially hit a billion streams on Spotify. Knowing that the only solo female country artist to do that before me is Taylor Swift, someone who’s inspired me from day one, feels completely surreal.” the rapid ascent of “Austin” underscores a meaningful shift in the country music landscape, driven by viral trends and direct-to-fan engagement.
Released as a fiery breakup anthem, “Austin” quickly gained traction through a viral line dancing trend, propelling it to global recognition throughout 2024. The track has earned over 50x Platinum certifications worldwide and has become a defining song for a new generation of country music fans.
Dasha expressed gratitude for the support she’s received, stating, “All I’ve ever wanted is to make music that helps people feel like the strongest, most badass version of themselves.Austin was written in pure rage, but it somehow turned into this beautiful source of community and empowerment. I’m the luckiest girl in the world. I have the best team, the best family and friends, and now a billion streams on my first breakout song… that’s the juiciest cherry on top.”
The milestone solidifies Dasha’s position as a rising force in country music, with “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)” marking a cultural moment for the genre.
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