ADD SUV (feat. Pharrell) by Uffie
A really weird song that I wasn't expecting to love as much as I do. Pharrell and Uffie sound amazing together!
17 by Sky Ferreira
The song that made me fall in love with Sky. I've been a stan ever since I first heard it. It isn't her best song, but it's still a solid single. Bloodshy & Avant + Sky created something magical with "17".
I Run It by Ciara
"I Run It" is the hidden gem of Basic Instinct. It's at the very end of the album, and most people have overlooked it. It's so sexy. It's easily one of her best songs.
Not Like The Movies by Katy Perry
"Not Like The Movies" is Katy best ballad. The lyrics are beautiful, the vocals are beautiful, and, surprisingly, all of the live performances were beautiful.
Hollywood by Marina & The Diamonds
Who would have thought a song essentially dragging Hollywood would become one of Marina's most popular and successful? I really enjoyed the video for it. The song has been stuck in my head regularly since I first heard it. Who could forget the "Oh my god, you look just like Shakira!" line?
The Harold Song by Ke$ha
This song crushes my heart every time I hear it; even to this day. It's weird how well it fits with the rather upbeat tracks on Cannibal. I will never understand how or why such a beautiful song can have such a hideous title, but it works!
Clap Your Hands by Sia
"Clap Your Hands" was one of those songs that you have to hear a few times to even tolerate. That's how it was for me, at least. It's a really cute song with a positive message. And the video is hilarious. I like that Sia doesn't take herself seriously. It's why I love her.
Say You'll Go by Janelle Monáe
"Say You'll Go" is so ethereal, as is much of The ArchAndroid. It's one of the few songs you can listen to without knowing or understanding the story behind the album.
Dirty Talk by Wynter Gordon
Filthy. Nasty. Messy. I love it. It was the first Wynter song I heard. It shocked me that Flo Rida's faceless background singer from "Sugar" was so beautiful and explicit. It remains one of her best songs.
Boyfriend by Best Coast
I cannot begin to describe my love and appreciation for this song. After discovering Best Coast, I was really into "Our Deal" for awhile before finally giving the entire Crazy For You album a chance. "Boyfriend" immediately stood out to me. It's so beautiful and summery. When I saw them live over the summer, "Boyfriend" was a definite highlight.
ADD SUV! Didn't expect that song to come around. I remember using the Armand Van Helden remix more than the original version. The days I listened to Pulse 87.