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50-Year-Old Shipwreck Song Sails to Streaming Stardom
13 Nov
Summary
- Gordon Lightfoot's 1976 song "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" sees massive streaming gains
- Viral TikTok trend boosts obscure artist HAVEN.'s dance track "I Run"
- Lily Allen's new album "West End Girl" debuts strongly after long hiatus
As of November 13th, 2025, the music industry has witnessed some unexpected and intriguing trends. At the forefront is the unlikely revival of Gordon Lightfoot's 1976 story song "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald." The dramatic track, which recounts the real-life sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald in 1975, has seen a remarkable surge in streams, with over 1 million streams on the song's 50th anniversary alone - a 436% increase from the previous week.
Elsewhere, an enigmatic artist named HAVEN. has scored a surprise streaming hit with the viral dance track "I Run." The song, which has sparked questions about its origins, has exploded on TikTok, with the official sound being used in over 25,000 posts. However, the track's availability on streaming platforms remains uncertain due to potential rights issues.
In a separate comeback, veteran UK pop star Lily Allen has returned to the charts with her new album "West End Girl." The album, which details Allen's recent separation from actor David Harbour, has slowly built momentum, winning over critics and fans with its accessible melodies and biting lyrics. The album debuted at No. 118 on the Billboard 200 and climbed to No. 93 the following week, showcasing Allen's enduring appeal.
