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Alexandra Stan's 'Mr. Saxobeat' resonates on the world stage

20 Jul 2026, 13:19

România recently shone brightly on the global stage as the final of the World Championship took place, featuring a thrilling match between Spain and Argentina. The event, held at the MetLife Stadium in New York, was not only a spectacle of football but also a celebration of music, as Alexandra Stan's iconic track 'Mr. Saxobeat' echoed throughout the arena.

The MetLife Stadium, with a capacity of over 82,000 seats, provided a fitting backdrop for this momentous occasion, where 'Mr. Saxobeat' was featured. This song, released in 2011, has become the most listened-to track by a Romanian artist on Spotify, surpassing an impressive 925 million streams and nearing 1 billion.

At 37 years old, Alexandra Stan continues to celebrate the success of 'Mr. Saxobeat', which has garnered over 410 million views on YouTube and reached the top 5 in more than 20 countries. The song even made its mark in North America, breaking into the top 30 in both the United States and Canada.

Considered one of the most important and influential Romanian hits of all time, 'Mr. Saxobeat' sold nearly 1 million copies within a year of its release. Recently, the album 'Saxobeats' was relaunched in a special vinyl edition, further commemorating the song's legacy.

The World Championship final may have concluded with a score of 1-0, but the impact of Romanian talent like Alexandra Stan continues to resonate, showcasing the country's vibrant contributions to the global music scene.