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Originally published by Kenyanstop
February 13, 2026
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Kenyans Stream More Heartbreak Songs Than Romance, Ahead Of Valentine's Day
Galentine's-inspired playlists skyrocketed by 389 per cent over three years between 2022 and 2025, averaging 71 per cent year-on-year growth as friendship celebrations gain mainstream recognition...
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A recent Spotify report reveals a significant shift in how Kenyans engage with music around Valentine's Day, with a notable increase in streaming of both romantic and heartbreak songs.
- Heartbreak listening in Kenya surged by 62 per cent between 2023 and 2025.
- Love song streaming simultaneously increased by 84 per cent during the same period.
- Gen Z listeners dominate emotional playlist creation, accounting for 92 per cent of "yearn" playlists and 89 per cent of "rizz" playlists.
- Bien's hit song Chikwere leads local love listening charts, while CĂ©line Dion and Westlife remain international favorites.
- Galentine's-inspired playlists skyrocketed by 389 per cent between 2022 and 2025, showing 71 per cent year-on-year growth.
- Podcasts like So This Is Love by Julia Gaitho also saw increased streaming for Valentine's Day 2025.
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