Wesley Schultz Songs Overview
Wesley Schultz is the lead vocalist and guitarist of the American folk-rock band The Lumineers. His songs blend indie folk, Americana, and pop elements, and several tracks have achieved multi-platinum certifications and billions of global streams. The band's catalog includes studio albums released through Dualtone Records and distributed by Universal Music Group, with data tracked on platforms like Spotify and Billboard Billboard 200.
Schultz's most recognized songs include "Ho Hey," "Stubborn Love," "Ophelia," and "Cleopatra." These tracks have accumulated hundreds of millions of on-demand audio streams and have been featured in television, film, and advertising campaigns. The Lumineers' discography is managed by Dualtone Music Group, a subsidiary of Universal Music Group, which handles licensing, distribution, and royalty collection Dualtone Music Group.
Chart Performance and Streaming Metrics
Wesley Schultz songs have reached high positions on major charts, including the Billboard Hot 100, Adult Alternative Songs, and Hot Rock & Alternative Songs. "Ho Hey" peaked at number three on the Hot Rock Songs chart and has been certified multi-platinum by the RIAA. "Ophelia" and "Cleopatra" also charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and received platinum and gold certifications in multiple countries.
On Spotify, Wesley Schultz tracks collectively generate hundreds of millions of monthly streams, with "Ho Hey" and "Stubborn Love" among the most played. The Lumineers' albums have appeared on the Spotify Global Top 50 and have been streamed billions of times across platforms including Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music. Streaming revenue is tracked by rights management organizations such as ASCAP and BMI, which distribute royalties to songwriters and publishers ASCAP.
Album Releases and Commercial Impact
The Lumineers released their self-titled debut album in 2012, followed by "Cleopatra" in 2016, "III" in 2019, and "Bright Lights" in 2022. Wesley Schultz co-wrote the majority of tracks on these albums, which have collectively sold millions of copies worldwide and received certifications from the RIAA and Music Canada. The albums were produced in partnership with Dualtone Records and distributed through Universal Music Group's physical and digital channels Universal Music Group.
Commercial impact includes high-profile sync placements in films, television series, and sports broadcasts, which generate additional licensing revenue for Schultz and The Lumineers' catalog. The band has toured extensively, with concert tours managed by AEG Presents and Live Nation Entertainment, contributing to live revenue and merchandise sales. Wesley Schultz's songwriting credits are registered with the Harry Fox Agency for mechanical licensing and with SESAC for performance royalties Harry Fox Agency.