103/264 share of approximately 41%, 42%, and 59% in the U.S., Brazil, and United Kingdom, our three largest markets by MAUs, respectively. In addition, we accounted for greater than 95% of the streaming market in our home country of Sweden. We made up almost half of global revenues from paid streaming to record labels in 2016, according to MIDiA. Through December 31, 2017, we have paid more than €8 billion in royalties to artists, music labels, and publishers since our launch. In 2017, our expenses for rights holders grew by 27% compared to the prior year, making us one of the largest engines for revenue growth to artists and labels in the music industry. Spotify is more than a music streaming service. We are in the discovery business. Every day, fans from around the world trust our brand to guide them to music and entertainment that they would never have discovered on their own. If discovery drives delight, and delight drives engagement, and engagement drives discovery, we believe Spotify wins and so do our Users. Our brand reflects culture—and occasionally creates it—by turning vast and intriguing listening data into compelling stories that remind people of the role music plays in their lives and encourages new fans to join Spotify each week. MAUs Premium Subscribers AdSupported MAUs 96
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