The Best New Pop Music of 2016
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If you’re looking for the best new pop music of 2016, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got all the latest and greatest hits, so you can stay up-to-date on the latest trends.
Introduction
It’s been a big year for pop music. We’ve seen comebacks from some of our favorite artists, as well as breakout hits from new ones.
Whether you’re a fan of catchy hooks or emotion-filled ballads, there’s something for everyone on this list. So without further ado, here are the best new pop songs of 2016.
The Best New Pop Music of 2016
There were a lot of great new pop songs released in 2016. It was hard to narrow it down, but here are our picks for the best of the best.
Adele – “Hello”
Adele’s “Hello” is the lead single from her album 25. The song was released on October 23, 2015. “Hello” became Adele’s first number-one single in the United States after her previous album 21. It also topped the charts in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and several other countries.
Justin Bieber – “Sorry”
“Sorry” is a song recorded by Canadian singer Justin Bieber for his fourth studio album Purpose (2015). The song was released on October 23, 2015 as the second single from the album. “Sorry” is a dance-pop and tropical house song. The song was written by Bieber, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter and Sonny Moore, with production handled by Skrillex and Blood. It was featured in a six-minute long dance video by Parris Goebel, which won a MTV Video Music Award for Best Choreography. “Sorry” has received mixed reviews from critics. Commercially, “Sorry” peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number three on the Canadian Hot 100. It became Bieber’s seventh consecutive top ten hit in both countries. Music critics noted the effective use of Auto-Tune in its production; however some criticized its lyrics and cast it as another “post-relationship track”. The video also received mixed reviews but after being compared to Michael Jackson’s work won two awards at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards: Best Male Video and Best Choreography.
Drake – “Hotline Bling”
Drake’s “Hotline Bling” is one of the best new pop songs of 2016. The Canadian rapper’s infectious track is a summery ode to an ex, and it’s impossible to resist singing along to its catchy hook. “Hotline Bling” isn’t just a great pop song, it’s also a clever commentary on modern relationships, and it’s sure to be a Drake classic.
Rihanna – “Work”
Rihanna – “Work”
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Rihanna’s lead single from her eighth studio album, Anti, is a catchy ode to the joys and struggles of working. The song interpolates Drake’s “One Dance” and samples the sound of acash register opening and closing. It peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Sia – “Cheap Thrills”
Sia’s “Cheap Thrills” is one of the best pop songs of 2016. The song is catchy and fun, with a great beat and vocals that will get you moving.
Conclusion
After careful consideration, we have compiled a list of what we believe to be the best new pop music of 2016. This list is not exhaustive, but it does include a wide range of artists and styles that we think are worth checking out. We hope you enjoy!
