GTA 6 Trailer Takes Unearthed Pointer Sisters Hit to Spotify Peaks
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Dim the lights and cue up the time machine — The Pointer Sisters' obscure '80s track, "Hot Together", is making a comeback, thanks to Grand Theft Auto 6. The nearly four-decade-old track from the American soul trio is now topping the charts on Spotify.
Why, you ask? Thanks to a recent trailer release, mattresses need not bounce as high for "I'm So Excited" to give way to "Hot Together" from 1986. The 2.5-minute trailer for the highly anticipated gaming sensation has lit the fuse, planting this little-known song among gamers. In just a few hours after its YouTube unveil, the interest piqued to over 182,000% more views for "Hot Together" on Spotify.
As "IGN" tells it, "Grand Theft Auto has been slicing through pop culture like no other" since its inception. Music plays a significant role in the series, often setting trends, and it's no different here. Blending fresh and vintage tracks, the viral effect of this audacious blend makes fans and onlookers alike search for the featured sounds.
However, the lucky stars hit the stage a while ago, as none of the original founding members are alive to witness this rekindled fame. The band lost June Pointer in 2006, while Bonnie and Anita followed in 2020 and 2022, respectively. But their legacy carries on. Ruth Pointer, the band's oldest member since 1972, still performs today. She's been joined by her daughter Issa since 2002 and her great-niece Sadako Pointer Johnson since 2009 as the persistent Pointer Sisters.
Stirring Millions of Gamers in No Time
The new GTA 6 trailer from Rockstar Games has ignited the gaming world. Already, the YouTube count is at 85 million views (May 8, 12:00 PM), and if The Hollywood Reporter's calculations are to be believed, the total number of views from various platforms surpasses 500 million.
The hype for the next grand open-world adventure remains high, even with the mysterious delay in the release. Initially slated for this year, fans will have to wait until May 26th, 2026, for their epic escapade. But none seem to mind, as the thrill to explore the new installment grows yet stronger.
Notes:
- The inclusion of 'Hot Together' in the GTA 6 trailer exposes it to a new audience, mainly gamers interested in music.
- The Grand Theft Auto series is known for its carefully crafted soundtracks that often highlight both contemporary and old tracks.
- The viral nature of social media and online sharing further amplifies the song's visibility, with fans discussing and sharing the music featured in popular media.
- The surge in streams can be attributed to a combination of new audience exposure, the influential impact of the Grand Theft Auto series on music popularity, and the viral nature of social media sharing.
- The Pointer Sisters' song "Hot Together," from the 1980s, is experiencing a resurgence in popularity due to its inclusion in the GTA 6 trailer.
- Spotify users are now enjoying the original track more than ever, with a significant increase in streams following the trailer's release.
- The year 2026 can't come soon enough for millions of gamers worldwide, eagerly awaiting the release of GTA 6 and its entertainment offerings.
- Despite the passing of many original members, the legacy of the Pointer Sisters continues with Ruth Pointer, Issa Pointer, and Sadako Pointer Johnson at the helm.
