Excitement is building for the upcoming eclipse on Monday, which has led to a resurgence in interest in Bonnie Tyler’s 1983 hit song “Total Eclipse of the Heart.” The song is currently surging on the Spotify charts as people prepare their playlists for the celestial event. With 32 million people in the US living within the path of totality, where the moon will completely block the sun from view, interest in the song has been growing significantly in the past week.
Spotify has reported a nearly 50% increase in searches for Tyler’s song in the US, and they expect this trend to continue leading up to the eclipse on Monday. “Total Eclipse of the Heart” is the most popular song being added to user-generated “eclipse” playlists on Spotify in the US, highlighting its popularity during such events. The song has also seen a rise in popularity on iTunes, where it currently ranks as the 10th most purchased song, jumping 30 spots in just one day.
Even on Google Trends, searches for the song have spiked as people get ready for the eclipse. Bonnie Tyler, now 72 years old, has acknowledged the song’s resurgence on social media, expressing her excitement at the renewed interest in the track. Back in 2017, during the last eclipse in the US, downloads of the song increased by over 500% according to Billboard, showing just how much of a favorite it is among music lovers during eclipses.
It seems that no one loves the eclipse more than Bonnie Tyler herself, as she has seen firsthand the impact of the celestial event on the popularity of her song. This resurgence in interest in “Total Eclipse of the Heart” is a testament to the enduring appeal of the song, which was a number 1 hit for four weeks back in 1983. As people across the country get ready to witness the eclipse on Monday, they are also enjoying the opportunity to reconnect with this classic track and add it to their eclipse playlists.
With millions of people eagerly anticipating the eclipse on Monday, the excitement surrounding the celestial event has extended to the realm of music as well. Bonnie Tyler’s “Total Eclipse of the Heart” has experienced a significant uptick in popularity in the lead-up to the eclipse, with the song topping Spotify charts and being added to numerous user-generated eclipse playlists. The song’s resurgence highlights its enduring appeal and its unique connection to celestial events, making it a favorite among music lovers during eclipses.
