Every summer, artists emerge from musical hibernation to give us what we desperately need: new jams. Yes, warm weather is still months away, but to get you in the spirit, here are our predictions for the hits that will be virtually inescapable this summer. Prepare to hear every song below blasted from car radios, on dance floors, and at bars and BBQs in the sunny months to come.
"Finesse" (Remix) - Bruno Mars feat. Cardi B
The original song made its debut on Bruno Mars' album "24K Magic" back in 2016, but this January, he released a remix of it featuring Cardi B. The song/music video will have you feeling like you're guest-starring in an episode of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air or Saved by the Bell.
"Never Be the Same" - Camila Cabello
Camila Cabello's sexy, upbeat song could be the summer anthem you never knew you needed—provided you're attempting to get over a boyfriend via a summer fling. (Plays on repeat.)
"God's Plan" - Drake
You're either a fan of Drake, or you'r crazy for not being one. His newest single came out in February, and it's still stuck in our heads. Watch Drake generously pass out nearly $1 million in his music video to people around Miami. Now every time you listen, that's all you'll think about.
"After the Storm" - Kali Uchis feat. Tyler, The Creator and Bootsy Collins
You know you loved Kali Uchis and Tyler, the Creator's "See You Again" collaboration. The pair continued the streak with this funky retro tune, which we can already picture ourselves listening to on a chill summer day.
"These Days" - Rudimental feat. Jess Glynne, Macklemore, and Dan Caplen
Roll your windows down and prepare to belt out Rudimental's tune every day this summer. Everything from the drum, to the bass, to the insanely catchy lyrics scream a weekend spent at the beach.
"Stir Fry" - Migos
Calling it now: "The stir fry" will be the trending dance move of this summer (long live the whip and the dab). The lyrics, "in the kitchen, wrist twisted like it's stir fry," sound like something someone more rhythmically inclined than me could easily turn into a dance.
"Say Something" - Justin Timberlake feat. Chris Stapleton
People might be hating on JT's new singles from his album "Man of the Woods," but you can't deny the fact that this chorus is pretty catchy. Think: Coldplay meets country. If that's not enough to make you add it to your summer playlist, we don't know what is.
"All the Stars" - Kendrick Lamar and SZA
We were pumped when this Kendrick-SZA single for the movie Black Panther came out. Not only do we get to hear a new style from Kendrick, who's usually rapping at a speed of 90 WMP (words per minute), but its upbeat vibes are a good reminder that summer is coming sooner than we think.
"Delicate" - Taylor Swift
Taylor's latest single dropped this month and people are convinced the song is about her hiatus from the public eye (and maybe her BF Joe Alwyn too). The tone of the song is reminiscent of 2000s T. Swift music, which is one throwback we can get behind.
"The Champion" - Carrie Underwood feat. Ludacris
You're going to want to download this powerful song by Carrie Underwood, featuring Ludacris, ASAP. It was used for both the Super Bowl and the 2018 Winter Olympics, and its inspiring, uplifting beat will keep you energized all summer.
"Bartier Cardi" - Cardi B feat. 21 Savage
Although it technically came out in 2017 (one week before the new year), we're giving the Bronx-native's song a free pass to join this summer playlist. Cardi B rose to fame with her song "Bodak Yellow," and she continues to impress us with everything else she releases. We have a feeling we'll be hearing this song and many more from her this summer.
Download our "Songs of the Summer" playlist below:
KEEP LISTENING
-
Demi Moore, Kate Winslet, and Zoe Saldaña Recount the Power of Women Saying "No""When you say no, you're also telling the universe what you want to be brought to you."
-
Taylor Swift Styles an Opulent Crimson Fur Coat Like a Chiefs Game Mini Dress"She looks so expensive." - Everyone who sees this look.
-
Florence Pugh's Lingerie-Inspired Peekaboo Black Rodarte Dress is a Goth Cottagecore DreamHer goth-chic look is actually perfect for the holidays.
-
ROSÉ Is Forging a New Path for K-Pop Idols Going SoloWith her debut album 'rosie,' the BLACKPINK artist has released the most vulnerable album from a K-pop star yet.
-
TWICE Shares What Music Shaped Them—And What's on Their Playlist NowWith their new mini-album 'STRATEGY' out, the K-pop girl group opens up about their musical preferences for the 'Marie Claire' series "Listen Up."
-
Meet Gracie Lawrence, Who Plays Kacey in ‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’ Season 3The actress-slash-musician opens up about her new role in the Max comedy as the group's new suitemate.
-
The 27 Best Biopics About Musicians of All TimeWe're still stunned by these performances—many of which took home Oscars.
-
Tate McRae Shares What Music Shaped Her—And What's on Her Playlist NowWith her new album 'So Close to What' out soon, the pop star opens up about her musical preferences for the 'Marie Claire' series "Listen Up."
-
The Ascension of Sophie ThatcherWith ‘Heretic’ in theaters and her debut EP out now, the ‘Yellowjackets’ star is believing in herself and her art more than ever.
-
Beyoncé Receives Her First Grammy Nominations in the Country Categories for 'Cowboy Carter'—As She Should HaveQueen Bey is also the most-nominated of an artist this year.
-
2024 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show: Tyla Performs "PUSH 2 START" and "Water"The South African hitmaker performed her new track "PUSH 2 START" and her breakout hit "Water."
