The Real Way to Get More Spotify Streams Without Getting Banned

So, you want more streams on Spotify, but you’re smart enough to know buying them isn’t the move. Good! Now let’s talk about the real strategies that actually work—and won’t get you banned.

1. Get on Playlists (The Right Way)

• Submit your songs to Spotify’s editorial playlists through Spotify for Artists.
• Find independent playlist curators on social media and submit your tracks.

Learn more about fake playlists here.

2. Go Hard on Social Media

• Post short-form videos on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts—these platforms can skyrocket your song’s reach.
• Engage with fans! Reply to comments, run giveaways, and go live to build real connections.
• Use trending sounds and challenges to get your music in front of more people.

3. Collab with Other Artists

• Feature on each other’s songs and cross-promote.
• Shout each other out on social media.
• Perform live together on IG Live or TikTok to share audiences.

4. Use Paid Ads (But Do It Right)

• Run Facebook and Instagram ads to promote your songs.
• Target audiences who like similar artists (if your music sounds like Juice WRLD, target his fans!).
• Link directly to your Spotify so people can easily stream your track.
• Use Spotify Ads – Spotify offers its own ad platform where you can promote your song directly to free-tier users. These audio ads can introduce new listeners to your music while they’re already in the app.
• Create and promote a playlist – Instead of just running ads for one song, consider making a playlist that includes your music alongside artists who have a similar sound. This helps attract real listeners who are more likely to become fans.
• Turn playlist curation into a side hustle – Once your playlist gains followers, you can start charging other artists for placement, turning it into an extra source of income.

5. Engage With Your Fans

• Ask them to save and share your songs.
• Build an email or SMS list so you can keep them updated.
• Show appreciation—Stop being mysterious,DM your top listeners, reply to comments, and create a community.

The Bottom Line

Getting real streams takes effort, but it pays off. When you grow organically, you build real fans who support you for life—not just numbers on a screen.

• Use social media to connect with real fans.
• Submit to real playlists.
• Run targeted ads.
• Engage with your listeners and build a community.

Buying fake streams might seem like a shortcut, but it’s actually a dead-end. Do it the right way, and your music career will thank you later!