Per Stream · By Platform · Revenue Target
After distributor cut (DistroKid ~100%, TuneCore ~100%, label ~20-50%)
| Platform | Per Stream | Streams for $1 |
|---|---|---|
| Spotify | $0.003 - $0.005 | ~250 |
| Apple Music | $0.006 - $0.010 | ~130 |
| YouTube Music | $0.002 - $0.004 | ~370 |
| Amazon Music | $0.004 - $0.007 | ~185 |
| Tidal | $0.008 - $0.013 | ~95 |
| Deezer | $0.003 - $0.005 | ~250 |
Rates vary by country, subscription tier, and total platform streams. These are averages.
| Strategy | Impact |
|---|---|
| Get on editorial playlists | High (10K-1M+ streams) |
| Submit to playlist curators | Medium-High |
| Release consistently (every 4-6 weeks) | Compounds over time |
| Short-form video (TikTok/Reels/Shorts) | Viral potential |
| Collaborate with other artists | Cross-pollinate audiences |
| Pre-save campaigns | Boost day-1 algorithm |