sounds of summer 2025

my top 10 songs for summer 2025, for your listening pleasure

with the East Coast in the aftermath of a giant heatwave, it’s clear that summer is officially here. whether you want to cool down with a relaxed beat or heat things up with a more fast-paced tune, these songs are sure to make a summer to remember.

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1. ”Club classics featuring bbtrickz” by Charli xcx & Bb trickz

   
   

   

   source: Atwood Magazine

brat summer will never end in my books. Charli kills it every time, and this remix is no exception.

2. ”Candle Flame” by Jungle (feat. Erick the Architect)

   
   

source: BELLO Mag

this entire album has no skips. "Candle Flame" is perfect for driving around with the windows down with the wind in your hair.

3. ”You Keep Me up at Night” by THE DRIVER ERA

   
   

   

   source: Dork magazine

my most recent concert! Ross & Rocky Lynch bring such an amazing, summery energy to their music, both in the studio and on stage. special mention to "Malibu" as well.

4. “Muñekita” by Kali Uchis, El Alfa, and JT

source: Rolling Stone

10/10. No notes.

5. ”EoO” by Bad Bunny

   
   

source: NME.com

i’m slightly embarrassed to admit that i discovered this song through Benito’s Calvin Klein ad… regardless, this song is still so much fun to blast on a hot day.

6. ”10%” by KAYTRANADA (feat. Kali Uchis) 

   
   

   

   source: YouTube

KAYTRANADA doesn’t have a single flawed track, all of which are perfect for feel-good, upbeat spring & summer vibes that will keep you nodding your head and tapping your feet.

7. “Here I Go Again” by Rihanna (feat. J-Status)

   
   

   

   source: Aýdym.com

such an underrated Rihanna song!! i love listening to this while tanning poolside or laying on the beach.

8. “On My Way” by Emotional Oranges

   
   

   

   source: Rolling Stone

Emotional Oranges have an absolutely amazing discography full of sensual, yet relatable lyrics that you can’t resist putting on repeat. to me, this song in particular screams “late summer night”. and as someone who's seen Emotional Oranges perform live, i can affirm that the chemistry between the two is just as palpable in person as it is through song.

9. ”Breathe On Me” by Britney Spears

   
   

   

   source: YoYo Media

the princess of pop!! many people know this album for “Toxic”, but this song has always been my favorite. listen to this when you want to feel sexy while slipping on your favorite summer frock.

10. “Summer Forever” by Addison Rae

    
    

    

    source: Sony Media

self explanatory. this sultry Lana Del Rey-esque song gets better every time you listen. the perfect summer album.

tune in quarterly for what each season sounds like to me! happy listening!