27 Songs to Add to Your Summer Playlist Immediately

"Lady Gaga hasn't really been in on the 'Summer jam' game the past couple of years, but I'm so glad she threw one into the ring this time around. If you don't think this is a bop, you're wrong." — Ryan Roschke, assistant editor

"Did I ask for DJ Khaled to make a Summer anthem with Justin Bieber? No. Am I happy he did? Yes." — Maggie Pehanick, editor

"A breakup song that doesn't make you sad because it's a total banger." — Shannon Vestal, director

"This song does exactly what it promises in the title — makes you feel extremely happy. And if you've seen the music video for it, you'll want to hit your local country bar and ride the mechanical bull while belting out the lyrics." — Caitlin Hacker, editor

"Paramore has finally returned to the scene after four years, and they've seriously matured as a band. While Hayley Williams's vocals are unmistakable, the track is much more modern. You can teach an old pop-punk band new tricks! (Hear that, Fall Out Boy?)" — MP

"Lorde may be waiting for the green light in this indie pop smash, but we've been waiting for Lorde music for, like, four years. Suffice it to say, she did not disappoint." — RR

"I invited this song to my recent trip to Maui. It was the star of my playlist, the beachiest beach jam, and the perfect song for lying around in front of the waves." — SV

"This new track will make you forget all about 'Cake by the Ocean.' The sound is a lot more sophisticated (think Spoon), and the addition of Nicki Minaj adds the edge DNCE has been lacking." — MP

"I dare you to listen to this without at least shaking your shoulders a little bit. I dare you." — RR

"Charli XCX is a queen; the woman knows her way around a beat. Ah, ah da-da-oh!" — MP

"Demi Lovato's powerhouse vocals lend a fun, feminine edge to this jam, which is essentially an upbeat warning sign to anyone about to embark on a Summer fling." — Britt Stephens, editor

"Zara Larsson's 'So Good' shook my world this year, and 'Sundown' is the ideal song to play, well, at sundown. Actually, you can and should play it at all times of the day, especially when you need a dance break." — BS

"Noah Cyrus is a pretty fresh addition to the music scene. After all, this is only her second single. Even so, it's clear she's on to something, and it's hard to imagine a Summer where this song isn't a perfect fit." — RR

"Tinashe always delivers on catchy-as-hell anthems, and this one is no different. It's both slow and fast, which makes it work perfectly for a party under the stars or a chill day in the sun." — CH

"This song is best played while drinking your problems — at the beach!" — BS

"This is a Summer jam meant for long, listless, steamy days. It's the song you play in this exact scenario: it's late afternoon, you're in a pool on some Instagram-worthy floatie, sunglasses on, eyes closed, and an ice-cold drink in your hand." — SV

"I'm partial to this song because it's by Drake, but I also think he might have written it about me? Seriously though, you need to crank this up while you're driving down the freeway with all of your windows down and your hair whipping across your face so hard it almost hurts." — BS

"Kiiara's 'Gold' will forever be a Summer jam, and I'm equally obsessed with this cute follow-up bop. The beat is catchy and laid-back, and lyrics like 'F*ckboy, thought I told you not to hit me up' definitely deserve to be sung along to at full volume, no?" — BS

"OK, don't break up with your SO every night, but do listen to this song every day. Preferably in the car, the shower, or anywhere you can chant the lyrics." — MP

"I'm a huge fan of Alessia Cara's voice, and she finds the perfect companion in Zedd with this catchy beat. The song is literally made to dance to." — MP

"The Knocks offer pretty consistent bangers, so I knew I was going to love this song before I even hit play. I suggest listening to it while pregaming with the girls or relaxing on the beach with bae." — BS

"Just look at the lineup of artists behind this poppy hit, and you have to know it's going to be fun. The song literally tells you to 'please let go and have a good time.' Summer 2017 anthem material." — MP

"To be honest, I'm sort of surprised by how much I love this song — and I don't know who 'Daisy' is, but she certainly has a hold on this guy. It's the perfect tune to include on a BBQ playlist!" — BS

"I'm so glad The Shins are back, and 'Name For You' just puts you in a good-ass mood. Put this at the very top of your park-day playlist." — BS

"Sometimes you just need a reminder that you've got plenty of time to settle down and it's not worth wasting your precious youth looking for an SO (at least, that's what I consider this jam to be). Zayn and PND sound so great together that you'll wish they would just put out a joint album together — but until then, crank this song up while you're getting ready to go out on the town with your BFFs." — BS

"The beat on this song just screams Summer. If you don't want to drive around with your friends with the wind in your hair while listening to this, you're not doing it right." — CH

"Keep making solo beats like this, and Aaron Carter can hang with me any Summer." — MP

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