It’s official. “Havana” was the best-selling digital single of 2018 worldwide. According to IFPI (International Federation of the Phonographic Industry), Camila Cabello’s hit sold 19 million copies – a 2.6 billion stream equivalent.
“Havana truly was the stand-out hit of the year. Momentum behind the track continued to build and build at an extraordinary rate as it consistently topped charts and leading playlists. Camila Cabello is a perfect example of an artist who has drawn on her musical roots to produce her own unique sound that is capturing the hearts of fans all over the world”, said Frances Moore, chief executive of IFPI.
“God’s Plan”, by Drake, is the second best-selling single of 2018. The track from the album “Scorpion” reached over 14 million streams in its first day and more than 60 million within its first week of release. The single closed 2018 with 15.3 million copies sold. “Shape of You”, by Ed Sheeran, was number three with 14.9 million, “maintaining a strong chart position since the track took the number one spot in 2017. It was the lead single from Sheeran’s global smash album ÷ and reached number one in multiple countries”.
Top 10 Global Digital Singles of 2018
01) “Havana” – Camila Cabello (feat. Young Thug) (19 million)
02) “God’s Plan” – Drake (15.3 million)
03) “Shape Of You” – Ed Sheeran (14.9 million)
04) “Perfect” – Ed Sheeran (13.5 million)
05) “Girls Like You” – Maroon 5 (feat. Cardi B) (11.9 million)
06) “Despacito” – Luis Fonsi (feat. Daddy Yankee) (11.8 million)
07) “Be Apart” – Tia Ray (10.9 million)
08) “Something Just Like This” – The Chainsmokers & Coldplay (10 million)
09) “FRIENDS” – Marshmello & Anne-Marie (9.6 million)
10) “Psycho” – Post Malone (feat. Ty Dolla $ign) (9.2 million)
