It’s almost August, which means it’s high time we sorted out the song—or songs—of the summer. While Role Model, Haim, and Addison Rae dominated last year’s list, 2026 has plenty of hits to rival ...

Not only has it spent more time at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 than any other song this year, it also has some of the most distinctive lyrics of the year. “He always loved ‘Amarillo By Morning,’” ...

“I love that song. It’s like the hit of the summer. When they play that jam, I’m jamming.” It’s an unofficial distinction (well, Billboard has an official chart for it now) that annually carries some ...

Have you ever been ambushed by an irresistibly catchy tune? One minute you’re driving calmly, the next a tune like Wannabe by the Spice Girls comes on the radio, and suddenly you’re a full-on pop star ...

Each week, we use this column to break down major takeaways from the latest Billboard albums and singles charts. But it seems like a good week to break down a larger question about the charts circa ...

NEW YORK — What is 2026's song of the summer? There's no easy answer. Algorithmic division is certainly a factor in why there isn't an obvious pick this year. Where have the songs like “Despacito” in ...