While that figure may seem questionable considering how little many musicians make from streaming, it's important to bear in mind that Spotify (like most streaming services) pays

Subscription music streaming changed the fortunes of the record industry over the past decade. That’s the message from David Kaefer, Spotify’s VP of Music Business, in a blog

The figure brings the music streaming giant's total contribution since its founding in 2006 to nearly $60 billion

Sure, a decent chunk of that did go to the artists—the release states that “well over 10,000 artists generate over $100,000 per year from Spotify alone”—but it seems to suck for most of those beneath the Bad Bunnys and Taylor Swifts of the world.

After being accused of paying musicians the lowest rates amongst the big streaming services, Spotify has defended its record.