2020 so far has seen some of the biggest releases from artists like Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, Drake, The Weekend and many more released songs like Yummy, Intensions, Blinding Lights, Stuck with U, Toosie Slide, Rain on Me etc. These songs have gone on to be included in every music lover’s playlist. Many other artists such as DaBaby, Surf Mesa, Halsey also came out with sensational tracks that stimulated the music world by receiving extraordinary love from fans on music streaming apps as well as on short video platforms. 

Topping the popularity list is Justin Bieber with his tracks Yummy and Intentions from the album ‘Changes’. The two singles have become staple tunes that listeners tune into whenever they are want to elevate their mood whileworking from home. The track Stuck with You which is a collaboration with Ariana Grande, gave the audience comprehensive feels of the ongoing lockdown situation and provided the listener with an indescribable comfort that soothes the soul.

The song Blinding lights by The Weeknd made every listener get off their seat and dance to the beat. With its 80’s vibe and mesmerizing synth riff, Blinding lights has been considered by many to be one of the best synth pop songs of all time and is raging sensation on all the platforms due to its versatility for any occasion. It even had a challenge dedicated to it.

Canadian rapper and singer Drake, whose song Toosie Slide has not only made people slide on his tunes on short video platforms but has also received some highest streaming numbers. Right after its release, the song has become an overnight sensation with many listeners performing their workouts with the upbeat song and even using it to create content on short video platforms.

The single Rain on Me from Lady Gaga’s album ‘Chromatica’ has received an extraordinary response from the Indian listeners within few days of its release. With its catchy tune and signature Gaga vibe, the song has made the monsoon season even more affable.

Apart from the tracks released by the most famous artists, there were some tracks from the upcoming artists that have been doing exceptionally well despite its lockdown release. ILY by Surf Mesa, a song that has gained love from listeners for its tropical and beachy instrumentals has been played by listener’sto counter this summer’s heatwave and create a reminiscence of a beach party, something a lot of people missed due to the pandemic.

Last but not the least, listeners are also hooked onto a hard-hitting rap song Rockstar, a splendid collaboration between DaBaby and Roddy Ricch from his album ‘Blame it on Baby’. Amid the massive ongoing social justice movement across the globe, DaBaby recently released the Black Lives Matter Remix to his latest hit record, Rockstar. The song has reached #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and has instigated the audience to play it on loop.

With 10 different artists and 4 collaborations, the month of May has proved to be extremely successful for these artists who are on the Universal Music label.