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Solar Eclipse Skyrockets ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ Streams by 480%


Bonnie Tyler's "Solar Eclipse of the Heart" streams jumped nearly 500 percent on Monday as listeners streamed the song the day of the solar eclipse.

Monday’s solar eclipse caused a major flare-up on streams for Bonnie Tyler ‘s “Total Eclipse of The Heart,” with streams on the song jumping about 486 percent from Sunday versus Monday, according to data from Luminate. Monday’s eclipse was a rare, momentous occasion that brought thousands outside, some venturing around the country to witness the event. While many on Monday merely enjoyed the opportunity to witness the rare cosmic phenomenon, right-wing conspiracy theorists made ludicrous claims online that the Biden administration was using the eclipse as a chance to shut down cell phone service, while other religious zealots said the occurrence marked a time to repent and follow Donald Trump.

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