Top Hits, this week

Chart topping hits this week through time

Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hello, listeners of the interweb. I cannot thank you enough
for stopping by. It's time for another episode of the
Music Playlist Podcast, a show dedicated to the soundtracks of
our lives. Today's is dedicated to top hits for springtime.

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That's right, chart topping hits in May, whenever they might
have been, in no particular order. Here's a recent one.
Fortnite by Taylor Swift featuring post Malone, debuted at number
one on the Billboard Hot one hundred, holding the spot
for two consecutive weeks. It was a fusion of pop

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and hip hop. The song explores themes of fleeting love
and unexpected connections. The lyrics reflect both artists signature storytelling
while blending romantic vulnerable with a party anthem vibe. It
features catchy guitar riffs with trap inspired beats and a

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subtle electronic elements. The production, led by Jack Antonoffen Louis Bell,
is both anthemic and introspective. This collaboration marked a surprising
genre crossover that resonated with fans and both artists, making
waves on social media and spawning countless dance challenges on

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platforms like TikTok. Released in May of last year, Not
Like Us by Kendrick Lamar debuwed at number one, with
over seventy point nine million streams and fifteen thousand copies
sold in its first week. The track addresses social divides

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and personal evolution, featuring interest verses that highlight Lamar's signature
thought provoking lyricism. It's a mix of heavy bass lines,
jazz influences, and sharp percussive elements produced by sound Wave
and DJ Dahi. The beat evolves as Lamar's verses intensify,

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creating a dynamic listening experience. It's critically acclaimed for its
complexity and depth. The song sparked conversations about class and privilege,
making it one of the most dissected tracks of the year.
Released in May of last year, I Had Some Help

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by post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen debuted at number one
and remained therefore five consecutive weeks. It's a reflective song
about resilience and finding support during tough times. Post Malone's
melodic rap blends seamlessly with Morgan Wallen's country draw, creating

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a unique fusion of genres. Its guitar driven instrumentation with
atmospheric production emphasizes acoustic elements paired with trap beats. The
collaboration was a praise for bridging country and hip hop audiences,
further solidifying post Malone's reputation as a genre benning artist

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Tommy Richmond brought Us a Million Dollar Baby in May
of twenty twenty four. It reached top ten on a
Billboard Hot one hundred by mid May. It was an
upbeat track that celebrated newfound success and the dream of
making it big. The lyrics boast about triumphs despite the odds,
with a catchy hook and vibrant delivery. It incorporates brass sections,

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electric guitar, and a modern pop beat, giving it a celebrity,
almost festival like feel. It's a feel good anthem of
the spring. It became a popular soundtrack for motivational videos
and sports highlight reels. A bar song, Tipsy by Shaboozi,

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was released in late April to twenty twenty four. It
climbed to number eight on the Billboard Hot one hundred
by May. A racious, care free celebration of night life,
complete with stories of bar brawls, drunken confessions, and fleeting romances.
It blends rock country and hip hop influences with prominent

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guitar solos and pounding drums. Espresso by Sabrina Carpenter was
released in May sixth of twenty twenty four. It beaked
at number three on the Billboard Hot one hundred. It's
a vibrant, high energy pop track that metaphorically compares love
to a shot of espresso. Intense, bold and invigorating. Its

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slick synth production and dance pop elements, and a catchy
chorus that makes it a club favorite. It became a
viral hit on social media, especially on dance centric platforms,
inspiring fan made choreography. Beautiful Things, released in May of
twenty twenty four by Benson Boone, reached number five on

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the Billboard Hot one hundred. It's an emotional ballad reflecting
on love lost and the bittersweet memories that linger. It's
a piano driven tune with orchestral swells giving it a
cinematic feel. It's frequently used in heartfelt video montages and
emotional scenes and popular media. Released in May twenty of

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twenty twenty four, Olivia Rodrigo with gold Rush debuted at
number four on Billboard Hot one hundred It's a reflective
and emotional ballad about the rush of young love and
its inevitable heartbreak. It's a blend of indie pop and
rock with a powerful vocal performance. It quickly became a

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fan favorite for its relatable lyrics and haunting melody. Luke
Coulms released Running Wild in May seventh of twenty twenty four.
It peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot one hundred.
It's a feel good country anthem about living life with
no regrets in embracing of freedom. Its classic country instrumentation

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with an upbeat tempo and catchy chorus. It's widely played
at summer events and country music festivals. In May of
twenty twenty four, The Weekend released Late Nights. It debuted
at number two on the Billboard Hot one hundred. Its
dark and introspective exploring themes of loneliness and the emptiness

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of fame. Its synth heavy production with a signature R
and B sound, is praised for its raw honesty and
haunting atmosphere. Billie Eilish released Faded Memories in May of
twenty twenty four. It peaked at number five on the
Billboard Hot one hundred. It was a haunting reflection on

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lost relationships and the passage of time. Blending melancholic vocals
and minimalist production, It's filled with atmospheric since, sparse percussion,
and layered harmonies. It's a favorite among fans for its
emotional depth and cinematic music. Video ghost Town by Harry

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Styles was released in May last year. It peaked at
number seven on the Billboard Hot one hundred. It was
a soulful ballad about feeling abandoned and longing for connection.
It's filled with acoustic guitar and vocals that gradually billed
to a climatic chorus. It's widely praised for its raw
vocal delivery and personal lyrics. Dojia Cat brought us Firestorm

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in twenty twenty four of May. It debuted at number
three on the Billboard Hot one hundred. It was a
fierce anthem about overcoming obstacles with confidence and power. Its
high energy trap beast with electronic flourishes and catchy drums
became a popular track for workout playlists and dance routines.

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Dua Loupe brought us bright Side in twenty twenty four
of May. It peaked at number eight on the Billboard
Hot one hundred. It was an optimistic track about finding
positivity even in tough situations. Its production style as disco
inspired with beats with a modern pop twist. It was

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quickly adopted as a feel good summer anthem. Echoes of
You by Josier, released in May eighteenth of twenty two
twenty four, reached number nine on the Billboard Hot one hundred.
It features themes of love and longing with a poetic
touch that resonates with deep emotions. Its production style is
rich and folk inspired instrumentation with a haunting melody, and

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its praise for its lyrical depth and soulful delivery. One
More Dance by BTS was also released in May last year.
It debuted at number four on the Billboard Hot one hundred.
It's a lively, danceable track that celebrates friendship and joy.
Its edm influences combined with smooth vocals made it a

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massive global success, especially popular in dance challenges and fan covers.
Desert Mirage by Rosalia released in May of last year.
It peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot one hundred.
It's a metaphorical journey through emotional landscapes with Lamenco inspired

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beats mixed with modern reggaeton rhythms. It's known for its
visually striking music video and passionate delivery. Unfortunately, that's all
the time that we've got for today's episode of the
Music Playlist podcast. I hope you enjoyed it. It's spring
out there, let's get some happy music on the radio.
Put these in near Spotify and play them until next time.