32 Jams You're Going to Be Listening to All Summer Long

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Spring is still lingering, but the lazy days of Summer aren't too far away! And as everyone knows, it wouldn't be Summer without some sweet tunes. We've put together the ideal playlist for singing in the car, dancing by the pool, or generally whatever you want to do once the warm weather hits. Whether you live and die by the Top 40 or you want some indie rock, there's something for everyone here. Take a look, subscribe to our Spotify playlist, and make sure you're following our Summer playlist for single ladies too! Side note: We love Beyoncé and Drake as much as you do, but their new music isn't available on Youtube or Spotify!

01

“This Is What You Came For” by Calvin Harris and Rihanna

"This is a bop if I’ve ever heard one. Calvin Harris’s dance-y beats and Rihanna’s hypnotizing vocals make for Top 40 gold." — Quinn Keaney, assistant editor, Celebrity

02

"Buried in Detroit" by Mike Posner and Big Sean, Lucas Löwe Remix

"The title may not sound like it, but this song is catchy as hell. You'll be listening to it on repeat." — Maggie Pehanick, editor, Entertainment

03

"River" by Bishop Briggs

"This song takes a minute to get going, but it will take you by surprise. To be listened to at full volume." — MP

04

"A Summer Song" by Conner Youngblood

"If you can listen to this song while floating in a tube down a lazy river this Summer I highly recommend it. Just don't drop your phone. It's very Flaming Lips-esque." — MP

05

"Be Alright" by Ariana Grande

“Perfect for a mellow day by the pool." — Shannon Vestal, director, Entertainment

06

"President" by Max Frost

"At least one good thing has come out of this election process." — MP

07

“Sit Still, Look Pretty” by Daya

"The singer who brought you the übercatchy "Hide Away" is back with another guilty pleasure jam that is practically begging to be lip-synced to in a Snapchat video." — QK

08

"Wake Up" by Fetty Wap

"I get a kick out of this song. It's just Fetty Wap asking his mom for two more minutes of sleep. It's hilarious." — MP

09

"Dancing on the Sun" by Bahari

"This song screams Summer." — MP

10

"Never Be Like You" by Flume ft. Kai

"If these lyrics were set to a ballad, they'd make you cry — but when layered with such a heavy electro-pop beat, you can only sway along to it while basking in the sun on a warm day. I like to call this 'rosé music.'" — Brittney Stephens, editor, Celebrity

11

"LA Girls" by Harrison and Juicy M

"This song has the sentiment of a classic Beach Boys tune with a hot, modern beat." — MP

12

"Just Like Fire" by Pink

"If you don't listen to this song then immediately turn it back on, you're not my kind of person. No one can sing like Pink. End of story." — MP

13

"Uber Everywhere" by MadeinTYO

"You don't technically have to be riding in an Uber to get into this song, but it helps. Skr skr!" — BS

14

"Fall Together" by The Temper Trap

"If you're still crying along to 'Sweet Disposition,' you need to hear Temper Trap's latest single." — MP

15

"All My Friends" by Snakehips ft. Tinashe and Chance the Rapper

"The perfect song to crank up while you're getting ready to go to that rooftop party that you don't really want to go to." — BS

16

"Can't Stop the Feeling!" by Justin Timberlake

"Timberlake just pulled into the lead for Song of the Summer — get ready to hear this on the radio for the next three months." — MP

17

"Messin' Around" by Pitbull ft. Enrique Iglesias

"I refuse to defend my love for Pitbull." — MP

18

"Promise" by Kid Ink ft. Fetty Wap

"Whenever you hear 'Mustard on the beat,' you're in for a treat. This bass-heavy banger is ideal for an afternoon at the beach but also pairs well with a pregame session before hitting the bars at night." — BS

19

"Ride" by Twenty One Pilots

"This is one for your road-trip playlist. Best listened to with your hand out the window and feet on the dashboard while looking out and thinking about your life." — BS

20

"Swooner" by The Zolas

"Put this one doing chores in your house. Wear comfortable clothes for dancing around." — MP

21

"Circles" by Machineheart and Vanic

"I'm obsessed with lead singer Stevie Scott's vocals on this track, and you will be too." — MP

22

"Happiness" by NEEDTOBREATHE

"This song is SO GOOD." — MP

23

"Sour Candy" by Bleached

"Bleached reminds me of an updated version of '80s girl bands like the The Bangles or The Go-Go's." — MP

24

"Close" by Nick Jonas and Tove Lo

"I will listen to this song every time it's on the radio then go home and put it on again. It's not exactly an upbeat pool party song, but it is an after-hours jam." — MP

25

"Swan" by Willa

"Willa's new single is everything. Perfect for those who like to vent their frustration through shouting lyrics in the car." — MP

26

"Good as Hell" by Lizzo

"I promise you don't have to see Barbershop: The Next Cut to appreciate this song. It also earned a spot on our Summer playlist for single ladies, but it's so good that we had to include it here, too." — MP

27

"Ain't Yo Mama" by Jennifer Lopez

"J Lo really knows how to craft a good jam. Props to her for this catchy track." — MP

28

"Send My Love (to Your New Lover" by Adele

"I'm not an Adele person. My friends know this, my coworkers know this, if I had a therapist, she would know this. But I cannot stop listening to this song." — MP

29

"Girls" by AREA21

"Don't think too hard about this track; it's just funny and catchy." — MP

30

"Boyz n Poizn" by Phoebe Ryan

"This girl knows what she wants and I love it." — MP

31

"Final Song" by Mø

"This is as far as I go into electronic music." — MP

32

"Rich" By Maren Morris

"If you love country, you're going to need to know who Maren Morris is." — MP

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