Latin Music Approaches $500M in Mid-2025 Revenue, Says RIAA

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has reported the mid-year revenue figures for Latin music in the US. As per its report on the wider US recorded music revenue for H1 2025, the RIAA now uses wholesale figures for its reporting, as opposed to retail value.

H1 2025 topline results:

• Revenue was up 5.9% over the H1 2024 period to $490.3 million wholesale.

• This represents its 12th straight year of growth at mid-year.

• Latin music accounts for 8.8% of total US recorded music revenue.

• Streaming delivers 98% of US Latin revenue.

• Total streaming was up 6.3% to $481.6 million.

• Paid subscriptions were up 11.2% to $271.1 million.

• Free streaming revenue (formerly called ad-supported) grew 0.6% to $174.1 million.

• Download revenue was $3 million, up 7.2%.

• Total physical revenue was $4.1 million, down 24.9% from $5.5 million.

• Vinyl revenue dropped 10.6% to $3.9 million, with other physical dropping 79.4% to $0.2 million.

What they said:

• Matt Bass, RIAA VP of Research: “Latin music in the US continues to gain popularity and generate increased value thanks to the incredible artists whose music connects across language and geographical barriers with support from creative label partnerships. At a mid-year high approaching half a billion dollars, Latin music continues to earn new listeners and invigorate existing fans. With streaming offering more access than ever to legacy voices and next generation icons defining today’s culture, Latin has become the second-fastest growing genre in America.”