2025 was yet another amazing year, filled with incredible releases from our favourite artists alongside exciting new discoveries.
In this article, we’re counting down our Top 30 Songs of 2025. These tracks stayed on repeat and defined our year. Be sure to also check out our Best No-Skip Albums of the Year for even more highlights.
Listed in order from #30 to #1, let’s get started…
Released on: September 8, 2025
“JoyRide” was one of the first songs we fell in love with from CORTIS, featured on their debut album COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES. Debuting this year, CORTIS bring a fresh, vibrant energy that feels representative of the next generation of K-Pop. In this track, they capture the feeling of youthful freedom and the thrill of escaping the mundane. The song feels like a carousel that keeps spinning, reflecting the joy, curiosity, and restless spirit of youth in a world full of uncertainty.
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Released on: June 5, 2025
“Sapphire” is a vibrant track celebrating the radiant beauty and joy of a partner. blending pop with Punjabi influences and highlighting India’s rich cultural heritage, all brought to life by Arijit Singh’s vocals. The song is incredibly catchy, and we especially loved seeing people dance to it, celebrating its cultural energy.
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Released on: June 13, 2025
“Lemon Drop” is the title track from ATEEZ’s twelfth EP GOLDEN HOUR: Part.3, and we featured it on our On Rotation playlist in July. This high-energy track pairs bold, hip-hop-inspired production with a catchy, unforgettable hook. Using “Lemon Drop” as a metaphor for something both sour and sweet, the song captures the intense, bittersweet feeling of falling in love. It was on repeat for us all summer and honestly, for the rest of the year too.
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Released on: May 14, 2025
“TWISTED PARADISE” is a pre-release single from YUTA’s debut album PERSONA. The track centres on resilience through struggle, blending darker themes of addiction and mental health with confident self-assertion. It paints a vivid picture of a dazzling yet turbulent journey one where YUTA continues to shine despite the chaos, perfectly reflected in the title Twisted Paradise. With its fun, rock-punk edge, this song stayed on repeat for us.
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Released on: April 25, 2025
“Call It Off” was a collaboration we were excited about from the moment Emotional Oranges and JAEHYUN teased photos from their studio session. The song explores the push-and-pull of an on-again, off-again relationship, capturing the emotional tension that comes with it. Emotional Oranges’ smooth R&B/soul sound blends seamlessly with JAEHYUN’s K-pop/KR&B style, creating a natural and effortless fusion. From the first listen, the track was stuck in our heads, and we especially love its fun, groovy production.
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Released on: October 3, 2025
We discovered Leah Kate back in October with the release of this track, and it’s been on constant repeat ever since and even stuck in our heads. She has such a distinct, cool edge, and we love how her sound effortlessly blends pop, pop-punk, and electro-pop. “Not To Be Dramatic” is a bold anthem that captures the all-consuming obsession of wanting someone’s attention so badly that you’re willing to do reckless, self-destructive, and dramatic things to get it. This is an intense and unapologetic anthem that is impossible not to sing along to.
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Released on: March 7, 2025
This was easily one of the most iconic bops of our year and we’re still obsessed. From the choreography to the catchy lyrics and JENNIE herself, everything about this track feels like perfection. It’s a fun, empowering girl-boss anthem where JENNIE fully embraces her confidence and individuality, while encouraging others to own their quirks and shine unapologetically. She doesn’t follow trends, she sets them.
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Released on: January 30, 2025
“hometown” by brynne is a reflective track exploring the bittersweet emotions of growing up and experiencing change, with a deep sense of nostalgia for home. Written as he turned 20, brynne captures the fear of growing up and the uncertainty of the future, reflecting on the past and his present self. The song’s moody, introspective lyrics tie perfectly into brynne’s signature style and artistry, and it’s a track we couldn’t get out of our heads.
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Released on: May 28, 2025
“Did I Say Too Much” was the track that truly got us fully listening to The Beaches’. We had been casual listeners before, but this song turned us into full-on fans, so much so that we went to see them perform live this year. It’s a fun, punchy indie-rock track that captures the intensity and messiness of queer heartbreak, especially the feeling of falling hard for someone who doesn’t reciprocate and wondering if you revealed too much of your heart. Hearing it live only amplified our love for the song, making it hit ten times harder.
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Released on: January 3, 2025
“In The Air” was the perfect song to kick off our 2025. The calm track carries a sense of intention that feels both peaceful and meaningful. Lyrics like “dance in the air like you can’t fall” capture the song’s softness and weightless feeling, making it one of those tracks that gently stays with you long after it ends.
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Released on: September 5, 2025
“take me for granted” is a track we featured in our September On Rotation playlist. It comes from 0WAVE’s latest EP, corny plots, which we loved from start to finish. The song carries a melancholic rock sound and explores the painful feeling of being used and unappreciated in a relationship, and being taken for granted despite the beautiful memories and genuine connection that once existed. There’s a quiet sense of recognition and acceptance woven into the lyrics, and the production paired with the band’s vocals is truly top-tier.
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Released on: October 27, 2025
“The Giving Tree” is a song we featured just last month in our “On Rotation” playlist. The song symbolizes determination, life, and heartbreak, wrapped in an incredibly catchy sound. It perfectly showcases BIG Naughty’s signature style: melodic rap, R&B, and soft indie influences with deeply emotional, heartfelt lyrics. Through this track, we also discovered Lee Sung Woo (이성우) of No Brain, and loved how beautifully their vocals blend together.
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Released on: July 25, 2025
“WHEN I GO” is a song we first heard live in 2024 when PRYVT performed in Toronto and it’s absolutely addictive. The track explores the heart-wrenching theme of losing the memory of someone you love, which can be felt either from the perspective of the person forgetting or the one watching them fade. While it fits PRYVT’s signature indie-rock style, the emotional lyrics give it a melancholic edge. The collaboration with BIG Naughty is flawless, their styles blending seamlessly to create a track that’s both powerful and unforgettable.
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Released on: April 25, 2025
“fool for you” was our top song for May and featured in our On Rotation playlist. This debut single introduced us to Brandon, whom we discovered through mutual Instagram connections. The track is incredibly catchy, and we’re excited to see what Brandon has in store for 2026.
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Released on: January 5, 2025
“DtMF” is our favourite track from Bad Bunny’s album DeBÍ TiRAR Más FOTos. The song reflects on wishing he had taken more photos with someone special, capturing a mix of nostalgia and sentimentality. We’ve been longtime Bad Bunny fans and even went through a phase of full-on obsession, and this track brought us right back. It’s beautifully written, incredibly catchy, and the heartfelt message makes it even more memorable.
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Released on: July 11, 2025
“I Wish I Was A.I.” is a dark, pop-inspired track from Ashavari and easily one of her strongest songs to date. The track showcases her evolving sound, combining standout production with lyrics that get stuck in your head. We were especially excited to be part of this release from hearing the demo last year to designing the cover art, so it holds a special place in our hearts. With its futuristic, edgy vibes, Ashavari feels like a key part of the next wave of dark, forward-thinking female artists.
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Release Date: July 11, 2025
“DAISIES” was our favourite track from Justin Bieber’s surprise comeback album SWAG. Like so many others, we were thrilled to see him return to music. From the infectious guitar melody to his effortless delivery, “DAISIES” is endlessly catchy and impossible to get out of your head. It’s a feel-good track that perfectly reminds us why we’ve always loved Justin’s pop instincts.
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Release Date: March 19, 2025
“+82 Pressin’” was released ahead of MARK’s debut album The Firstfruit and features a collaboration with his fellow NCT 127 and NCT Dream member, HAECHAN. The track stood out to us for its upbeat production and instantly catchy chorus, making it an exciting preview of what was to come. It made us even more excited for MARK’s album, which later earned a spot on our Best Albums of 2025 list.
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Release Date: July 20, 2025
“SAD AND BROKE” is an instantly catchy track, and we love the collaboration between eldon and Someone Else’s Rain. It’s one of those songs that’s been on repeat for us since the day it dropped since it’s simple, fun, and impossible to get tired of.
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Released on: February 14, 2025
“did u even like me?” is one of our new favorite songs by Ley Vara. It’s a heartbreaking track about questioning whether a partner’s love was ever real, and the ways we sometimes change ourselves for someone else. The song beautifully captures the mix of heartbreak and self-doubt a young woman feels, ultimately realizing she deserves better.
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Released on: March 10, 2025
“Happen To Me” is a catchy, upbeat country-pop track that nods to Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Want To Have Fun.” The song tells the story of a guy meeting a recently heartbroken girl at a bar, and though he knows she’s just looking for fun, he can’t help falling for her. We heard it constantly during our summer road trips to small towns in Ontario, and now it carries a special nostalgic vibe for us.
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Release Date: April 25, 2025
“Act Natural” is the perfect pop anthem that’s fun, nostalgic, and instantly reminiscent of the songs we grew up loving. It’s been stuck in our heads since its release, earning a spot in our On Rotation playlist and article for May. With this track, Alex Coles has officially secured his place as our new favourite pop guy, and we’re hoping he keeps exploring this sound.
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Release Date: May 30, 2025
“Blueprint” is a single from Alex Porat’s EP crushed!. The chorus is beautifully written and incredibly catchy, perfectly showcasing Alex Porat’s raw emotion. The song explores finding that one person who sets the “blueprint” for all future relationships. We were lucky enough to hear it live, and the performance made the track feel even more special.
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Released on: September 12, 2025
“Umbrella (10:00)” is another standout track we featured in our On Rotation playlist last month. We discovered JUNHEE through this song after it appeared on Spotify’s All New K-Pop playlist and was later included on his debut album, The First Day & Night. We’re so glad we found JUNHEE because his sound feels fresh, fun, and effortlessly charming. The song explores the pain of a one-sided love, where someone only reaches out during moments of loneliness, using the umbrella as a metaphor for temporary comfort. The “10:00” references a specific, familiar time, adding an extra layer of intimacy and longing to the track.
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Release Date: September 18, 2025
“Something In The Heavens” is a song that truly pulled at our heartstrings, and we featured it last month in our On Rotation playlist. This gorgeous piano ballad pairs a light, bouncy piano with Lewis’s rich, emotive vocals. The track explores grief and loss, yet weaves in a subtle glimmer of hope, and Lewis delivers that bittersweet balance with remarkable beauty.
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Release Date: October 10, 2025
“bittersweet” has been our favourite track since its release and especially last month. It’s a stunning song that captures the complicated emotions of a breakup, where hurt and freedom coexist, and Madison delivers that duality perfectly. The production is incredibly catchy, and her sweet, light vocals elevate the track into the ultimate moving-on anthem.
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Release Date: March 19, 2025
“Don’t Put It All On Me” is a stunning blend of country, folk, and pop. Noah Cyrus is an artist we’ve admired since forever, and this might be one of our new favourite songs of hers. The track feels ethereal, and the Fleet Foxes feature adds the perfect touch. We were lucky enough to hear it live at the All Things Go Festival in October, and it was even more magical in person, giving us goosebumps.
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Release Date: January 17, 2025
“Carpet Burn” was released ahead of Bradley Simpson’s debut album *The Panic Years,* which was featured in our Best Albums of 2025 article. **We’ve been fans of Bradley Simpson for over a decade, so this release felt especially exciting. We also had the chance to hear it live, which made it even more special. The song captures the bittersweet feeling of falling in love and wishing for more time with someone, perfectly embodying the lingering “what if” that often comes with relationships.
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Release Date: March 21, 2025
“MONA LISA” is another track we had the chance to experience live this year. It’s an incredibly catchy hip-hop/R&B song that uses Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting as a metaphor for a captivating, independent woman. The track centres on being completely mesmerized by a confident “work of art” woman who needs no validation. It was constantly stuck in our heads, and we also loved the choreography that brought the song to life on stage.
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“POV” was released the day after JUNNY’s birthday (April 6) as part of his double-single EP *96.* Short for “point of view,” the track finds JUNNY reflecting on his journey from childhood to the present, openly expressing the emotions that come with growth and self-reflection. True to his artistry, the song is deeply introspective and thoughtful, and it not only became one of our favourites from his discography but also our top song of 2025.
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