The Ultimate Pop Music Playlist for 2015
Looking for the perfect pop music playlist for 2015? Look no further! This ultimate playlist features all the biggest and best hits of the year.
Introduction
It’s that time of year again: time to make the ultimate pop music playlist for the year ahead. We’ve scoured the ever-changing landscape of pop music to find the 100 most essential tracks of 2015.
From party anthems to ballads, these are the songs that we think will stand the test of time and deserve a place on your ultimate pop music playlist for 2015.
The Best Pop Songs of 2015
It’s hard to deny that 2015 was a great year for pop music. Whether you were jamming out to Taylor Swift’s “1989” album or singing along to Justin Bieber’s “Sorry,” there was no shortage of catchy pop songs to choose from. If you’re looking for a playlist of the best pop songs of 2015, look no further. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite tunes from the past year for you to enjoy.
“Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars
“Uptown Funk” is a song by English record producer Mark Ronson from his fourth studio album, Uptown Special (2015), featuring American singer and songwriter Bruno Mars. The song was released as the album’s lead single on 10 November 2014 in the United States and on 9 November 2014 in the United Kingdom. The song was written by Ronson, Mars, Jeff Bhasker, Philip Lawrence, Nicholas Williams and Lonnie Simmons. “Uptown Funk” peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and became the longest-running single in the history of that chart, spending 14 consecutive weeks in the top spot. It also topped Australia’s ARIA Singles Chart for seven consecutive weeks and became the country’s second longest-running number one song behind coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise”, which spent 12 weeks at number one during 1995. By April 2015, it had sold 3.8 million copies in the US and was certified sextuple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Globally, it was the second best selling digital single of 2015 with sales of 18 million copies that year
The song won two Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony held on 15 February 2016. It received three nominations at the Brit Awards for Best British Single, Best British Video and MasterCard British Album of 30 Years.
“Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran
If you’re a fan of Ed Sheeran, then you’re in for a treat. His ballad “Thinking Out Loud” was one of the year’s biggest hits, and it’s easy to see why. The song is a beautiful ode to love, and its simple melody is unforgettable. Sheeran’s lyrics are heartfelt and sincere, and his performance is genuinely moving. This is a pop song that will stay with you long after 2015 is over.
“Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” was one of the most popular pop songs of 2015. The upbeat track was a perfect summer anthem and its positive message resonated with fans of all ages.
“All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainor
“All About That Bass” is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor for her 2014 debut EP and her 2015 studio album, Title. Written by Trainor and Kevin Kadish, the song was inspired by an experience where the singer found a picture of herself from middle school and was shocked at how big she was. It talks about loving yourself for who you are no matter what size you are. Upon its release, “All About That Bass” received positive reviews from critics who praised its lyrical message and retro sound. A number-one hit on fourteen different music charts, including the Billboard Hot 100 where it spent eight weeks, making it Trainor’s breakthrough hit. The song sold 11 million copies worldwide, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time. In 2015, “All About That Bass” was ranked at number one on Rolling Stone’s year-end list of the 50 best songs of 2014 and was ranked fourth on Time’s year-end list of the 10 best songs of 2014. The accompanying music video directed by Fatima Robinson was nominated for Best Female Video at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards; as well as winning Best Pop Video and Best Choreography in a Video at the 2015 MTV Europe Music Awards.
“Take Me to Church” by Hozier
This Irish singer-songwriter’s debut single “Take Me to Church” reached number one in several countries, including the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. The song has been certified multi-platinum in several countries, and its accompanying music video has been viewed over 170 million times on YouTube.
The Best Pop Albums of 2015
If you’re looking for the best pop music of 2015, you’ve come to the right place. This year has seen some amazing pop albums released, and we’ve compiled the ultimate playlist of the best of the best. From Taylor Swift to Justin Bieber, these are the catchiest, most addictive pop songs of the year.
“1989” by Taylor Swift
Released in October 2014, this album is the fifth studio album by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. A departure from her previous country-themed albums, “1989” is a synthpop record that musically represents Swift’s newfound maturity and independence. Lyrically, the album is about “letting go of past memories in order to move on”. It features the radio singles “Shake It Off”, “Blank Space”, and “Style”. “1989” topped the Billboard 200 for eleven consecutive weeks, becoming the second longest-running number one album of 2015, behind Kendrick Lamar’s “To Pimp a Butterfly”, and was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). In January 2015, it was announced that “1989” had sold over 6 million copies in the United States. The album has received critical acclaim from music critics, who have praised concept as well as Swift’s songwriting and performance.
“In the Lonely Hour” by Sam Smith
If you’re looking for a feel-good pop album, look no further than Sam Smith’s In the Lonely Hour. This grammy-winning album has something for everyone, with its mix of soulful ballads and upbeat anthems. The stand-out tracks on the album are “Stay With Me” and “I’m Not the Only One,” but the entire album is worth a listen.
“X” by Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran’s second album, “X,” was released in June 2014. The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200, selling over 3 million copies in the first week. “X” has been certified 6x platinum in the UK and US.
Conclusion
Thank you for listening to our ultimate pop music playlist for 2015! We hope you enjoyed it. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
