27 Best Songs From 2017
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21. “Magnolia” by Playboi Carti
Playboy Carti was only 21 when “Magnolia” came out, and the youngster cemented himself as one of the biggest players in modern rap music. Though some detractors have issues with his style of mumble rap, Playboi Carti makes it work in this track.
The song sees Carti hit many of his common themes, fast cars, drugs, and issues with the police. It is an upbeat song and infectious to listen to.
22. “Cut to the Feeling” by Carly Rae Jepsen
While some erroneously want to paint her as a one-hit wonder, Carly Rae Jepsen is one of the best pop music makers in the world. Her style and music have evolved from “Call Me Maybe,” and since 2015 she has produced some of the most exceptional pop music this century.
“Cut to the Feeling” is a superb single from Jepsen. The song has an upbeat sound, but the lyrics hide a bit more nuance. The singer is anxious to move forward and knows she has a ways to go to get to where she wants.
23. “Say Something Loving” by The xx
The xx released its third album in 2017, and “Say Something Loving” remains the best cut of the record. The xx moved to warmer and more heartfelt music over the years, and “Say Something Loving” is no exception.
The song is about the anxieties and fears that come with a new love and the worries we all feel when navigating romance.
24. “The Weekend” by SZA
SZA discusses an affair in “The Weekend.” The singer sees a man on the weekend, but she feels unfulfilled as she cannot be with him any other time. He has other responsibilities and girlfriends, and it leaves the singer wanting more.
This song and its accompanying album helped put SZA on the map and helped expose her music to a wider audience.
25. “Fake Happy” by Paramore
Paramore was already plenty famous when 2017 rolled around. The band decided to reinvent itself with its newest album and embrace a poppier and electronic sound.
“Fake Happy” sees the singer criticize the people they see around them. The people who put on a smile but are not happy. The singer sees them as pretending to be something they are not.
26. “(No One Knows Me) Like the Piano” by Sampha
Sampha surprised everyone with a debut album that was heartfelt and touching, detailing a person struggling with anxiety and a mother’s death.
“(No One Knows Me) Like the Piano” is an impressive piano-driven track that takes you on a journey to understand the mindset of someone who is missing an important connection. The only constants in the singer’s life were the piano and their mother, and one of them is gone for good.
27. “Diving Woman” by Japanese Breakfast
Japanese Breakfast is the indie pop project of Michelle Zauner. She released her second album in 2017 and achieved even more success in the indie sphere.
“Diving Woman” is the opener on the album and serves as a thesis for what themes Zauner wishes to explore. She talks about relationships and why they seem different and foreign in 2017.
Top Songs From 2017, Final Thoughts
With so much good music throughout the year, it is hard to pin down the best songs of 2017. What was your favorite? Did we miss any ones you love? Let us know your list!