Top songs of 2023

This year, the music scene showcased a diverse array of standout tracks, with TikTok sensations like Olivia Rodrigo making their mark, AI making it possible to have a new Beatles song and much more.

The year also saw the AI-generated song Heart on My Sleeve, which was rendered in the voices of Drake and The Weeknd. The track hit more than 11 million views on social media. It was also a year for Oliver Anthony, whose song, Rich Men North of Richmond, became an instant hit because of its politically charged lyrics. The song even aired in the first GOP presidential primary debate.

Here is a list of the top 10 songs that became an earworm in 2023.

• Doechii feat. Kodak Black’s What It Is (Block Boy), with a clever sample of No Scrubs.
• Billie Eilish’s introspective What Was I Made For?
• PinkPantheress feat. Ice Spice’s Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2 that blended UK garage and Game Boy sounds.
• The Beatles made a posthumous appearance with Now and Then, featuring a collaboration of past and present elements.
• Jessie Ware’s Hello Love showcased soulful vibes.
• Miley Cyrus’s Flowers celebrated self-love.
• Kylie Minogue’s Padam Padam became a cultural sensation.
• Olivia Rodrigo’s Vampire tackled a tumultuous relationship.
• Boygenius delivered the Grammy-nominated Not Strong Enough.
• Victoria Monet claimed the top spot with On My Mama, a perfect blend of catchy lyrics and effortless swagger.