Every summer, fans get to decide which songs make it to the top of the scoreboard. These summer anthems reflect what resonates the most with fans. Summer is here again, and fans are already deciding which song wins the summer song of the year. As we kick off the first official day of summer on June 20, we’ve selected some of the top music contenders for this summer, with the help of Spotify, including some of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B.
“Show Me Love”: WizTheMc, Bees & Honey and Tyla
Music has always been a significant feature of summertime, and Show Me Love is already showing great potential. The song offers a blend of electronic, Afrobeats, and R&B sounds, making it a suitable choice for BBQs and poolside fun.
“YA BABA”: DYSTINCT & French Montana
Some of the top summer songs for 2025 feature great musical and cultural diversity, and YA BABA is heavily represented in this space. Its international appeal is also undeniable as it has gathered momentum across Europe, the United States, and Africa.
Moroccan-Belgian singer DYSTINCT teamed up with Bronx-raised French Montana on this catchy, infectious bop that is winning hearts. It is no surprise that Spotify added this to 2025’s biggest summer hits.
“NUEVAYoL”: Bad Bunny
Summer without Bad Bunny’s NUEVAYoL isn’t complete, and the public agrees. Few playlists exist without this tune, which seamlessly blends trap, reggae, dancehall, hip-hop, and Latin rhythms.
The presence of reggaeton particularly makes NUEVAYoL sound like a love letter to New York’s Latin neighborhoods. As summer progresses, be on the lookout for this sound at bars, rooftop parties, and beach outings.
“NOKIA”: Drake
Drake combines melody, rap, and crooning in this song that reminds listeners of past delightful days. It’s the perfect soundtrack for the summer, especially on warm nights and late-night drives when moments become memories. It’s no surprise that it is among the top songs of summer 2025.
“Back to Friends”: sombr
Sombr gives us the pop sound that makes summer what it is in Back to Friends. Its vulnerable and emotional lyrics make it stand out amid summer’s line-up, even while fusing R&B, alt-pop, and hip-hop. Back to Friends‘ virality confirms what we already know; it is a top contender for the 2025 summer song.
“With You”: Davido ft. Omah Lay
Davido and Omah Lay combine smooth Afrobeat rhythms with heartfelt lyrics in With You. The song is already a favorite with the ever-increasing fans of the Afrobeats wave in the United States.
Moreover, it looks ready to clinch its place among the top summer songs of 2025. With You combines smooth Afrobeat rhythms with heartfelt lyrics, making it an ideal choice for romantic summer evenings.
“Shake It to the Max (FLY) Remix”: MOLIY, Silent Addy, Skillibeng & Shenseea
Shake It to the Max (FLY) Remix is a cross-cultural party bop delivered skillfully to make you dance and party. Ghanaian-American artist MOLIY collaborated with Jamaican stars Skillibeng and Shenseea to provide fans with a Caribbean energy experience.
For fans of dancehall, Shake It to the Max (FLY) Remix is the ultimate party jam for summer 2025. The song is perfect for summer nights at rooftops, clubs, and anywhere people are willing to bring peak summer energy.
“Running Around”: Ely Oaks
Running Around brings summer vibes with its funky and groovy beats. It’s the perfect song for when you’re on the move or active. Sung by Ely Oaks, a newcomer in the music scene, this high-speed garage and rave hit is set to overtake many summer songs.
“Dark Thoughts”: Lil Tecca
Dark Thoughts is not your typical upbeat affirmation song, but it is quietly becoming a favorite as summer approaches. Although introspective, Lil Tecca also delivers enough upbeat tempo that makes fans nod to its rhythm. Dark Thoughts has excellent potential, and it is exciting to see how far it will go this summer.
“Ordinary”: Alex Warren
Alex Warren’s Ordinary reminds us of summers when we were head over heels. The artist’s emotional vocals and R&B sound no doubt lend to the feeling. Listeners will definitely take several trips down memory lane as they listen to this summer song that feels made for intimate moments.
These top summer songs reflect a shift in taste to more diverse, fun, and emotionally rich songs. And while there is still time to crown a new tune as the official 2025 summer song, you are sure to find a song for every occasion in this selection.
#Clique, which of these summer tunes will you be bumping to? Let us know in the comments.