Summer 2022 is (almost) here and we are in desperate need of a soundtrack. What tracks will you hear bumping in the background of your beach days, park picnics, rooftop drinks, first dates, and road trips? In the coming weeks, new contenders will join the “songs of the summer” group chat, from a new Kendrick Lamar album, to Harry’s House, to Calvin Harris’ Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2. For now, this is where we’re starting. Instructions for use: play *in order*, on a rooftop, with a cold seltzer, no skips.
“Plan B” Megan Thee Stallion
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The obvious place to start, Megan Thee Stallion performed this song for the first time at Coachella, making it a hit before it was even released. Now that it’s available to stream, millions of listeners have it on repeat.
“Can’t Do Without (My Baby)” Cosmo’s Midnight
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Every summer soundtrack needs an indie disco bop, and this is our pick.
“First Class” Jack Harlow
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For everyone who continues to pick Fergie’s “Glamorous” at karaoke, this one’s for you. You’ve probably been hearing “First Class” everywhere already, but it’s sticking around for the summer. Want more of this vibe? Jack Harlow’s latest album, Come Home the Kids Miss You, dropped today.
“Original Sin” Sofi Tukker
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Hyper pop duo Sofi Tukker recently dropped their latest album, Wet Tennis, and it pairs nicely with both a margarita in the sun and a summer night.
“About Damn Time” Lizzo
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This song is all over TikTok, and has most likely been stuck in your head for the last three days. This is only the beginning of the summer season for Lizzo, who recently announced that her upcoming studio album, Special, will be released in July.
“SAOKO” ROSALÍA
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Rosalía’s latest album, Motomami, is an absolute masterpiece and this one screams summer rager. Other hits include “CHICKEN TERIYAKI,” “CANDY,” and “HENTAI.” Honestly, this album has no skips.
“GUCCI BAG” MAX
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This song sounds like a three bean espresso martini, and the music video is a ’70s fever dream. With 10 million monthly Spotify listeners, you may have seen MAX in your playlists with “Lights Down Low” or “Love Me Less (feat. Quinn XCII).”
“Material Girl” Saucy Santana
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This song originally dropped in 2020, but found new life online this year, largely due to its virality on TikTok. If you’re already sick of this song, buckle up for a long summer, or better yet, just admit it’s a bop.
“Where you are” PinkPantheress ft. WILLOW
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Joining a collection of fire WILLOW features, this track is ethereal and alive. You’ll hear this one everywhere this summer, we promise.
“As It Was” Harry Styles
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Harry’s House, we’re ready for you. In the meantime, we’ll be here.
“Big Energy” Latto, Mariah Carey, ft. DJ Khaled
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This one’s a no brainer. The song itself may not be new for summer, but the Mariah Carey/DJ Khaled remix definitely arrived in time to start the new season.
“Breathe Deeper – Lil Yachty Remix” Tame Impala, Lil Yachty
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Another irresistible remix of a well loved song, this Tame Impala x Lil Yachty collab is an unexpected slow burn that is just begging to play in the background of a party.
“damn Right” Audrey Nuna
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Audrey Nuna recently released a deluxe version of the album this song originally appeared on, a liquid breakfast, and we’ll be spinning all 17 tracks this summer. Other bops include “Space,” “Get Luv,” and her collaboration with Jack Harlow, “Comic Sans.”
“3 outfits” Tai Verdes
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Any song from Tai Verdes is a vibe, and this one brings the flirty summer energy we need after a cold winter on the couch.
“Heat Waves” Glass Animals
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This song has nine lives, and for that we are eternally grateful. Play it again.
“Psychofreak” Camila Cabello ft. WILLOW
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Camila Cabello has been on top of her game recently, and she’s gearing up for a summer of hits. Beyond this collaboration with WILLOW, you’ll be hearing “Bam Bam” ft. Ed Sheeran everywhere.
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