Cup of Joe tops Spotify 2025: beating everyone except Taylor Swift

Cup of Joe’s historic run anchors a Wrapped year filled with chart-toppers, genre-benders, and new podcast favorites.

“Dinadalaw mo ‘ko bawat gabi” might as well be the running sentiment of hundreds of thousands of Filipino Spotify users. Cup of Joe is Spotify’s top local act of 2025, while its mammoth hit “Multo” has been crowned the platform’s top local song of the year.

The Baguio-based group—composed of Gian Bernardino and Raphaell Ridao (vocals) Gabriel Fernandez (lead guitars), CJ Fernandez (rhythm guitars), and Xen Gareza (keyboards)—swept Spotify’s rankings, according to its much-anticipated “Wrapped” campaign launched on the evening of Dec. 3.

Cup of Joe was hailed as the platform’s top group, top local artist, and top local group. It also ranked second among the Philippines’ most-streamed global artists—and was the only Filipino act to appear in the list—coming in just behind American pop star Taylor Swift. 

The band had placed third in last year’s top local groups ranking, while none of its songs made the cut at the time.

Incredibly overwhelming

“It’s incredibly overwhelming to see our songs become part of people’s playlists and their big moments this year,” Cup of Joe said in a statement. “It reminds us that we’ve somehow become part of their story. Knowing that someone found comfort or connection in our music is one of the best feelings. We’re excited to grow, experiment, and share more pieces of ourselves with our listeners.”

To celebrate the achievement, Cup of Joe held a free performance in Bonifacio Global City on Dec. 4.

Formed in 2018 and signed with Viva Records the following year, Cup of Joe has built a catalog of hits, including “Tingin” (with Janine Teñoso), “Estranghero,” “Misteryoso,” and the wildly popular “Multo.”

Originally released as a single in September 2024 and was part of the band’s debut 2025 studio album, “Silakbo,” “Multo” is a poignant meditation on grief and emotional haunting, earning the moniker “relapse anthem.”

Viewed from a romantic lens

It was initially viewed from a romantic lens but has since been embraced as a song of loss and longing across family, careers, and other crossroads in life. Its melodic arrangements, relatable lyricism, and heartfelt delivery have helped cement it as an instant classic among Joewahs (Cup of Joe fans) and general listeners alike.

“Multo” became the first song by a Filipino act to enter the Billboard Global 200, peaking at No. 80. It also topped several national charts, including the Billboard Philippines Hot 100, where it was No. 1 for a record 27 consecutive weeks. It also entered charts abroad, including in the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands.

The track went on to sweep several accolades, including song of the year at the inaugural Filipino Music Awards 2025.

Aside from being the top local song, “Multo” is also the top song in “Tatak Pinoy,” the platform’s dynamic OPM playlist.

List of top artists and songs in the Philippines

While Cup of Joe dominated this year’s Wrapped, data also showed that Filipino listeners continue to support local artists, filling up their respective lists. Many have gravitated toward music that is honest, emotional, and grounded in everyday experiences.

Here are the artists and songs that rounded out the 2025 lists.

Top Artists

1. Taylor Swift
2. Cup of Joe
3. Ariana Grande
4. SZA
5. NIKI

Top Song

1. “Multo” – Cup of Joe
2. “Tibok” – Earl Agustin
3. “Marilag” – Dionela
4. “Sa Bawat Sandali” – Amiel Sol
5. “My Day” – HELLMERRY

Top Group

1. Cup of Joe
2. December Avenue
3. LANY
4. Ben&Ben
5. Parokya Ni Edgar

Top Local Artist

1. Cup of Joe
2. December Avenue
3. Arthur Nery
4. Dionela
5. TJ Monterde

Philippines Top Local Song of 2025

1. “Multo” – Cup of Joe
2. “Tibok” – Earl Agustin
3. “Marilag” – Dionela
4. “Sa Bawat Sandali” – Amiel Sol
5. “My Day” – HELLMERRY

Philippines Top Local Group of 2025

1. Cup of Joe
2. December Avenue
3. Ben&Ben
4. Parokya Ni Edgar
5. Silent Sanctuary

Top RADAR Philippines Artist of 2025

Dilaw

Top Song in “P-Pop On The Rise” of 2025

“All These Ladies” – BGYO

Top Song in “Tatak Pinoy” of 2025

“Multo” – Cup of Joe

Top Song in “KALYE” of 2025

“B4 I LET YOU GO” – Ryouji, CK YG

Top Song in “Fresh Finds Philippines” of 2025

“Ikaw Lamang” – Jeffrey Querubin

Top Song in “BISDAK!” of 2025

“AIRBNB” – Bakeshopboyz, Cookie$, Justraw, Chuya, $aucepekt, BRGR

Top Song in “Pinas Vibes” of 2025

“Kalimutan Ka” – Skusta Clee

Top podcasts

Filipinos also didn’t skimp on podcasts this year, with many of them turning to intimate storytelling, laugh-out-loud conversations, and spine-tingling narratives.

“Barangay Love Stories,” which delve into romantic narratives, was the platform’s top podcast for the second straight year. It’s also named the top love and relationships podcast.

“Having such a strong community behind Barangay Love Stories means everything to us,” Barangay Love Stories said in a statement. “Our listeners aren’t just tuning in — they’re part of every story we tell. This milestone inspires us to continue sharing heartfelt tales that reflect the love, life, and experiences of Filipinos.”

Beyond long-time favorites, new shows also appeared in listeners’ top lists. “Chicks 2 Go,” where hosts Ashley Rivera and Hershey Neri serve “chika” for “emotionally unstable but high-functioning” listeners, was named top new podcast (group).

“DAGOK TIME!,” which revolves around host Sophie Prime’s and its listeners’ humorous anecdotes, was the top new podcast (solo). It was part of Spotify’s inaugural RADAR creator program.

Here are the other titles that rounded out Spotify’s podcast rankings.

Philippines Top Podcast of 2025

1. “Barangay Love Stories”
2. “Papa Dudut Stories”
3. “Will Talks”
4. “Dear MOR”
5. “Sitio Bangungot – Pinoy Horror Stories for Sleep Podcast”

Philippines Top Horror Podcast

“Sitio Bangungot – Pinoy Horror Stories for Sleep Podcast”

Philippines Top Love and Relationships Podcast

“Barangay Love Stories”

Philippines Top Wellness Podcast

“The Bare It All Podcast”

Philippines Top Comedy Podcast

“The KoolPals”

Philippines Top New Podcast of the Year (Group)

“Chicks 2 Go”

Philippines Top New Podcast of the Year (Solo)

“DAGOK TIME!”

In an update from Agence France-Presse last November, Spotify reported having 713 million active users at the end of the third quarter, with paying subscribers reaching 281 million. Mobile data platform Start.io, meanwhile, estimates around 3.6 million users in the Philippines.

 

 

Cup of Joe was hailed as the platform’s top group, top local artist, and top local group. It also ranked second among the Philippines’ most-streamed global artists—and was the only Filipino act to appear in the list—coming in just behind American pop star Taylor Swift. 

 

 

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