Every year, since the advent of the internet, music lovers from all around the world unite to decide which track should earn the title of “Song of the Summer.” This year, 2024, has gifted us with a comprehensive range of options to choose from. Could you recall a time when you turned on the radio in 2006 and instantly heard Nelly Furtado's "Promiscuous" or Daft Punk and Pharrell's "Get Lucky" in 2013? Even the COVID-ridden year of 2020 delivered catchy hits like Megan Thee Stallion’s “Savage”, and Doja Cat’s “Say So." The summer of 2022 witnessed the dominance of albums like Beyonce’s “Renaissance” and Bad Bunny’s “Un Verano Sin Ti.”
In contrast, the summer of 2024 has blessed our ears with a rich mix of songs from emerging pop talents like Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter, alongside heavy hitters like Billie Eilish and Kendrick Lamar. As there are so many exceptional tracks that have made the headlines this summer, it’s hard to pick a single standout! Therefore, we have curated a list of the top-ranked summer songs of 2024, just for you! Happy listening!
A blithe and upbeat song, Sabrina Carpenter’s “Please Please Please” is a track that you can play on repeat this summer, and for summers to come. The American singer and actress has clearly mastered the pop anthem formula! The piquant lyrics and honey-textured voice, along with the chirpy, saccharine synth, make the song too good to miss!
Although it’s difficult to pick one song from CharlieXCX’s “Brat”, the audience has mostly shown love for “Apple”, defining their summer playlist. Epitomizing the summer anthem theme, Charli’s “Apple” is an electrifying and compelling soundtrack that makes you want to dance the night away!
The ideal track to play when you are commuting to work or are on a flight! The heavy and passionate beat of the song coupled with GloRilla’s bold and spunky rap contributes to an uplifting anthem, and makes the perfect summer playlist!
Lana Del Rey’s latest track with Quavo, “Tough” rightly embodies the essence of summer. The song will take you on a nostalgic ride, to a time when everything was less complicated and life was much easier.
The track has topped the Billboard charts and has been dominating the streaming services for several weeks. In June, the song garnered further acclamation following Kendrick Lamar’s special concert “The Pop Out: Ken & friends”, in Inglewood, California.
Although the song might not have the same dance-floor appeal as Cowboy Carter Songs like “Ya Ya” and “Riiverdance”, Beyonce’s “Protector” is undoubtedly a very riveting track. In the introduction, we can hear seven-year-old Rumi Carter’s voice as she says “Mom, can I hear the lullaby please?” The song is a display of love and a tribute to Beyonce’s children. The track also kindles the feeling of late summer through its pastoral imagery- “Hummin’ low as the garden river flows / While the August light becomes a golden evenin’.” As you play this song this summer, you will be captivated by the thrill and thought of those precious moments of seasonal activities, like road trips or floating on a still and serene lake.
The track epitomizes Taylor’s style perfectly! True to the hype, the song features poignant lyrics coupled with an upbeat melody. Remember, it’s summer and as long as you are dancing, the world around you is functioning just fine!
“Good Luck, Babe” garnered immense acclamation following its release. Many music enthusiasts have labelled the song as a breakout hit. Critics were mostly impressed by Roan’s vocal performance, perceiving it as the manifestation of her soaring prominence in the music industry. The song is simply a sign of an artist who is poised for a famed and significant future.
An impeccable amalgamation of sharp and engaging lyrics, sweeping melody, and irresistible dance tracks, Billie Eilsh’s “Hit Me Hard’ album leaves you wanting more! The American superstar’s third album delivers a compelling mix of hit bops. The album has been very well produced. If you don’t consider yourself a Billie Eilish fan, you should still consider checking out the album as, this time, it has something unique to offer! The album is a melancholic expression of the singer’s romantic experiences and personal struggles. If you love to listen to emotional songs with equally fervent lyrics, then this track is just for you!
