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activebeast · Best Songs Ever 2014 · #71-75 · Award #8
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75 · BEFORE YOU EXIT, "Soldier"
Weeks on Chart: 4 Weeks
Peak Position: #14
Debut Date: March 1, 2014
I wasn't really much impressed with "A Little More You", but I kept an eye on this group since "I Like That" was released. Though these guys may not be as relevant as other boy bands this year, I really think these guys make good music. "Soldier" is one good cheesy irresistible track.
♫ "I see the scars and your wounds, I'll try to heal them to. I'll take you in my arms tonight, just me and you." ♫
2013: JESSIE J, "It's My Party" |
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74 · UNION J, "Loving You Is Easy"
Weeks on Chart: 4 Weeks
Peak Position: #07
Debut Date: February 22, 2014
Union J had a gigantic 2013 as "Carry You" ended up within the Top 20 of my Best Of list. This time, the guys failed to go Top 20 but managed to have multiple entries. Like "Carry You", "Loving You Is Easy" is one track you'll instantly love at first spin. Very cheesy yet the falsettos are incredible.
♫ "I think I've finally found the one. Here's come the change. I think the change has just begun. I'm not the same." ♫
2013: RITA ORA, "Radioactive" |
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73 · CASSADEE POPE, "I Wish I Could Break Your Heart"
Weeks on Chart: 5 Weeks
Peak Position: #14
Debut Date: March 8, 2014
I seldom appreciate country hits but Cassadee Pope never fails to deliver impressive country singles. I was a big fan of "Wasting All These Tears" and she continued the streak with this regretful track. Aside from her stunning vocals, I really loved the angst and bitterness Cassadee put on to this amazing ballad.
♫ "Well, the truth is that I never ever wanna hurt you, baby. But, it'd be nice to know that I could." ♫
2013: BRUNO MARS, "Treasure" |
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72 · ELYAR FOX, "Do It All Over Again"
Weeks on Chart: 5 Weeks
Peak Position: #04
Debut Date: February 15, 2014
I've been exploratory with British music and came across Elyar Fox earlier this year. Though the guy seems to be a contemporary of Justin Bieber, Austin Mahone and Cody Simpson, this guy has something different to deliver. Aside from delivering something pop audience would dig for, this guy can do pop rap.
♫ "Hold on if you feeling the love. Baby, take another second just to dial it up. Hit play, rewind, turn back in time." ♫
2013: BRITT NICOLE, "Gold" |
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71 · AJR, "I'm Ready"
Weeks on Chart: 7 Weeks
Peak Position: #10
Debut Date: August 2, 2014
Boy bands have been dominating my list recently. Here's comes another one who graces the list for the first tine. I didn't get the chance to discover this trio not until I heard "I'm Ready" on a local radio station. It was a certified bop. The chorus was insanely catchy and the "ooh-ooh-ooh" part sticks to your head badly.
♫ "Are you ready for tonight? Setting it on fire and we'll dance until we're dumb in the dark." ♫
2013: ICONA POP f/ CHARLI XCX, "I Love It" |
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THE VAMPS
Best Pop Rock Act Ever
The Vamps had a gigantic 2014. Ultimately, one of my favorite discoveries this year. They delivered amazing pop rock tracks that are definitely bops for keeps. Not to mention, they have five entries in the Top 100. "Hurricane" is even one of this year's wannabes. Such a spoiler.
RUNNER-UP: 5 SECONDS OF SUMMER |
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WATT >
I had forgotten I secretly liked that one.