Songs of 2021!

As we eased into our new “Normal” and put 2020 behind us these 17 songs will most likely be remembered well. While I wanted to make a longer list, It seemed to me personally that 2021 seemed to lack alot of defining songs. BTS continued to captivate world wide audiences expecially with younger group and those young at at heart. Social media has transformed the way music is consumed, with many not knowing the artists or titles of some of the snippets of songs they love the most! Some of the songs in this list is grab your partner and come out to the dance floor vibes, and some are jump up and down vibes. I am sure you will fondly remember all of these songs for years to come!

1.”Good 4 U” by Olivia Rodrigo – a pop-punk anthem with catchy hooks and a driving beat that became a smash hit in 2021, especially among Gen Z.
2. “Levitating” (feat. DaBaby) by Dua Lipa – a disco-pop track with an infectious groove and catchy chorus that was remixed in 2021 to include a rap verse from DaBaby.
3. “Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber – a pop-R&B collaboration between two of the biggest stars in music that features catchy hooks and a memorable chorus.
4. “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” by Lil Nas X – a pop-rap track with catchy hooks and a memorable chorus that became a hit in 2021, especially on social media.
5. “Industry Baby” by Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow – a pop-rap collaboration between two rising stars that features catchy hooks and a danceable beat.6.
6. “Kiss Me More” by Doja Cat ft. SZA – a catchy pop-R&B track with infectious beats and a memorable chorus that became a hit in 2021.
7. “Heat Waves” by Glass Animals – an indie-pop track with a catchy guitar riff and an upbeat chorus that became a hit in 2021.
8. “Save Your Tears” (with Ariana Grande) (Remix) by The Weeknd & Ariana Grande – a remix of The Weeknd’s hit song featuring a verse from Ariana Grande and a danceable beat.
9. “Deja Vu” by Olivia Rodrigo – a pop-rock track with a catchy chorus and relatable lyrics that became a hit in 2021.
10. “Peaches” by Justin Bieber ft. Daniel Caesar & Giveon – a pop-R&B track with a catchy chorus and a relaxed, summer vibe that became a hit in 2021.
11. “My Universe” by Coldplay x BTS – a collaboration between two of the biggest bands in the world that features catchy hooks and an upbeat chorus.
12. “Need to Know” by Doja Cat – a sultry and catchy pop-R&B track with a danceable beat that became a hit in 2021.
13. “Astronaut in the Ocean” by Masked Wolf – a hip-hop track with a catchy beat and a memorable hook that became a viral hit on TikTok and on streaming platforms.
14. “Bad Habits” by Ed Sheeran – a pop track with a catchy chorus and a danceable beat that became a hit in 2021.
15. “Fancy Like” by Walker Hayes – a catchy country-pop track with a memorable chorus and a danceable beat that became a hit in 2021.
16. “Leave The Door Open” by Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak) – a retro-inspired soul track with catchy hooks and a smooth, danceable beat that became a hit in 2021.
17. “Permission to Dance” by BTS – a cheerful and upbeat pop track with an infectious chorus and a danceable beat that became a hit in 2021.

Release Dates For all of these songs:
“Good 4 U” by Olivia Rodrigo – May 14, 2021
“Levitating” (feat. DaBaby) by Dua Lipa – August 13, 2020 (original release), April 1, 2021 (remix featuring DaBaby)
“Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber – July 9, 2021
“Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” by Lil Nas X – March 26, 2021
“Industry Baby” by Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow – July 23, 2021
“Kiss Me More” by Doja Cat ft. SZA – April 9, 2021
“Heat Waves” by Glass Animals – May 29, 2020 (original release), March 1, 2021 (single release)
“Save Your Tears” (with Ariana Grande) (Remix) by The Weeknd & Ariana Grande – April 23, 2021
“Deja Vu” by Olivia Rodrigo – April 1, 2021
“Peaches” by Justin Bieber ft. Daniel Caesar & Giveon – March 19, 2021
“My Universe” by Coldplay x BTS – September 24, 2021
“Need to Know” by Doja Cat – June 11, 2021
“Astronaut in the Ocean” by Masked Wolf – June 7, 2019 (original release), January 6, 2021 (re-release)
“Bad Habits” by Ed Sheeran – June 25, 2021
“Fancy Like” by Walker Hayes – June 4, 2021
“Leave The Door Open” by Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak) – March 5, 2021
“Permission to Dance” by BTS – July 9, 2021

Since I DJ weddings I wanted to share this honorable mention! Depeding on your crowd this song can have you crooning your partner to the dance floor, or is a perfect addition to your dinner music rotation.

“I Get A Kick Out Of You” by Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga – a jazzy duet between two music legends that became a hit in 2021 and features a catchy chorus and memorable hooks.