Looking for your next listen? Well, the Newspaper Team has you covered! Here are the top 10 songs from the Billboard Hot 100!
Nokia
As one of Drake’s more experimental tunes, this electropop song is a pure delight for pop and hip-hop lovers alike. With an interesting and unique beat paired with bold and energetic lyrics, this song explores the thrill of fame and success. Additionally, the song reached an impressive high on the U.S. Apple Music Rankings.
Lose Control
This soul rock hit is known for its various influences pulled from country, rock, Motown, and R&B music. It carries a heartbreaking message about toxic relationships and codependency. If you’re looking for a country song with the same beats rock songs have, this song will be your jam.
Pink Pony Club
For any indie or pop lovers out there, “Pink Pony Club” is right up your alley. As a song about finding your own safe space and being yourself, it blends a mix of pop and disco, giving listeners the thrill of the nightlife while also delivering thoughtful lyrics.
BIRDS OF A FEATHER
This Grammy-nominated pop song is about loving each other to the very end. With profound lyrics and a rhythmic pop track, the theme of the song is very open-ended and leaves it to the listener to interpret the song how they want to, establishing a personal connection.
APT
Any music lover out there has probably heard of this K-pop song. Whether you like K-pop or just regular pop, “APT.” is a fan-favorite due to its catchy lyrics and upbeat tempo. Another reason why it’s popular is because of its relatability. The song cleverly twists a metaphor into a way to explain the attraction between two people.
A Bar Song (Tipsy)
This nontraditional country song reflects a late-night experience in a bar with its catchy and relatable lyrics. What makes it special is the blending of different music genres. This song isn’t only country but also hip-hop, pop, and folk, hence appealing to many different listeners.
TV Off
Lamar tells all of his haters to ‘turn the TV off,’ a phrase repeated throughout the song. This song blends themes about societal pressure and finding oneself with its thought-provoking lyrics. The beat was a mix of contemporary and West Coast bounce.
Not Like Us
Going into our top three now, we have a fairly recognizable song. This famously released diss track presumably ended the feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, and it’s known for its witty lyrics and catchy beat. It is only fitting that one of the greatest diss tracks of all time breaches the top 3.
Die With A Smile
This retro, soul-pop-rock song talks about love and devotion towards loved ones, especially in the lyrics “If the world was ending, I’d wanna be next to you.” These heartfelt lyrics hit home with many people. Along with that, the harmony in the vocals of Mars and Lady Gaga is breathtaking to listen to.
Luther
Well, Kendrick Lamar makes his third appearance on the list, this time with SZA. This song is a mix of hip-hop and R&B music. The lyrics are situated in a ‘love ballad’ style. The song is about protection, empowerment, and romantic connection. If you like hip-hop or romance and want to switch it up a bit, this song would be a great listen for you.
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