PPL Most Played charts

Discover the music that captivates audiences across the UK.

PPL’s Most Played charts offer a unique snapshot of the music and artists cutting through and achieving success on the airwaves.

PPL’s Most Played Artist and Track charts

Our annual Most Played Artist and Track charts spotlight the songs and performers capturing the nation’s attention year after year. They are compiled using information we collect on recorded music broadcast on radio, TV or played in public spaces such as shops, bars, restaurants, gyms and offices.

PPL’s Most Played Artist Chart 2023

01

Ed Sheeran

02

Taylor Swift

03

Dua Lipa

04

Calvin Harris

05

David Guetta

06

Elton John

07

Coldplay

08

Tom Grennan

09

Harry Styles

10

Madonna

PPL’s Most Played Track Chart 2023

01

Flowers

Miley Cyrus

02

Eyes closed

Ed Sheeran

03

Forget Me

Lewis Capaldi

04

Anti-hero

Taylor Swift

05

Dance the Night

Dua Lipa

06

Miracle

Calvin Harris, Elle Goulding

07

trustfall

P!NK

08

Waffle House

Jonas Brothers

09

Cruel Summer

Taylor Swift

10

Heaven

Niall Horan

More PPL Most Played charts

We also release themed charts to celebrate music milestones, mark special occasions and reflect notable trends in UK music. These charts, compiled using data we collect on recorded music broadcast on radio and TV, offer a closer look at the musical landscape.

Some of our recent PPL Most Played charts are:

Looking for older charts?

We have charts and data from over 15 years for both artists and tracks.

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