The Best Pop Music Playlist for 2017

Here’s a list of the best pop songs of 2017 so far. It’s updated regularly, so make sure to keep checking back!

Introduction

We’ve all been there. It’s 2 a.m., you’re out at a bar with your friends, and the only thing that will get you through the rest of the night is some good, old-fashioned pop music. But what are the best pop songs of 2017?

Here at POPSUGAR, we love a good pop song, and we’ve rounded up the best of the best for your ultimate party playlist. From Bruno Mars to Taylor Swift, these are the songs that you need to have on your radar this year. So turn up the volume, and get ready to dance the night away!

Best Pop Songs of 2017

Wondering what the best pop songs of 2017 are? One of the great things about pop songs is that they’re often catchy and easy to sing along to. They can also be a great way to get motivated or pump up a party. In this article, we’ll countdown the best pop songs of 2017.

“Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran

“Shape of You” is a song by English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran. It was released as a digital download on 6 January 2017 as one of the double lead singles from his third studio album, ÷ (2017), along with “Castle on the Hill”. The song peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart, becoming Sheeran’s fourth UK number-one single and spending 33 weeks in the top ten. Internationally, “Shape of You” topped the charts in 31 countries, including Australia, Canada, Ireland and New Zealand.

“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi

“Despacito” is a song by Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi featuring Puerto Rican rapper Daddy Yankee from Fonsi’s upcoming studio album. The song was released on January 12, 2017, and has since peaked at number one in multiple countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada, and the Netherlands. The music video has been viewed over three billion times on YouTube, making it the most-viewed YouTube video of all time.

“Something Just Like This” by The Chainsmokers

“Something Just Like This” is a song by American electronic music duo The Chainsmokers and British rock band Coldplay. It was released on February 22, 2017, as the lead single from The Chainsmokers’ extended play Collage. The song was written by Andrew Taggart, Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland and Will Champion. “Something Just Like This” peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number two on the UK Singles Chart.

The song is built around a piano riff and a minimalistic production,[1] with the two artists starting their verses by listing things they would like in a significant other before coming together for the chorus. Upon its release, “Something Just Like This” received positive reviews from music critics.

“I’m the One” by DJ Khaled

“I’m the One” is a song by American musician DJ Khaled featuring Canadian singer Justin Bieber, American rappers Quavo, Chance the Rapper, and Lil Wayne. The song was released on April 28, 2017, as the lead single from Khaled’s upcoming ninth studio album Grateful. The song peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and has been certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

“Havana” by Camila Cabello

“Havana” is a song recorded by Cuban-American singer Camila Cabello, featuring guest vocals from American rapper Young Thug. It was released on August 3, 2017 through Syco Music and Epic Records as the lead single from Cabello’s upcoming debut studio album, The Hurting. The Healing. The Loving.

The song peaked at number one in Australia, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Ireland, Lebanon, Malaysia, New Zealand, Slovakia and the United Kingdom; as well as the top 10 in Belgium (Flanders and Wallonia), France, Germany, Hungary, Portugal, Scotland and the United States.

“Attention” by Charlie Puth

“Attention” is a song recorded and produced by American singer Charlie Puth. The song was written by Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Puth and Affordable Floors, with the production being handled by the latter two. It was released on April 21, 2017, as the lead single from Puth’s second studio album VoiceNotes.Upon its release, “Attention” peaked at number five on the US Billboard Hot 100. Internationally, it peaked at number one in New Zealand and Slovakia, while also reaching the top 10 in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Ireland, Malaysia and the United Kingdom. The track received generally mixed reviews from music critics upon release. However, many praised Puth’s new direction saying he “may have found his lane” with this new sound.

The song’s music video was released on May 16 and features American model Liza Koshy. The clip has amassed over 1 billion YouTube views as of December 2019.

“Perfect” by Ed Sheeran

“Perfect” is a song by English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran from his third studio album, ÷ (2017). The song was released as a digital download on 3 March 2017 as one of the double lead singles from the album, along with “Shape of You”. A remix version featuring American rapper Beyoncé was released on 26 October 2017. The remix version entered the UK Singles Chart at number 40 due to streaming and downloading activity following the release of the ÷ album. In Australia, “Perfect” debuted at number four on 14 March 2017, giving Sheeran his eleventh top five single in Australia.

“Slow Hands” by Niall Horan

“Slow Hands” is a song by Irish singer and songwriter Niall Horan. It was released on 4 May 2017, as the second single from his debut studio album Flicker (2017). The song peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number one in Australia, making it Horan’s first and only number-one single as a solo artist. The song was written by Horan, Julian Bunetta, John Ryan and Ruth-Anne Cunningham, and produced by Bunetta and Ryan.

“There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back” by Shawn Mendes

“There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back” is a song recorded by Canadian singer Shawn Mendes. It was released on April 20, 2017 as the second single from his self-titled album. The song peaked at number six on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

The song was written by Mendes, Teddy Geiger, Geoff Warburton and Scott Harris. It interpolates English rock band The Verve’s 1997 song “Bitter Sweet Symphony”. Upon its release, “There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back” received positive reviews from music critics, who praised its production and Mendes’ vocal performance.

The song has been described as an “upbeat pop track” with a “nu-retro sound”. The lyrical content features Mendes singing about letting go of his inhibitions and living in the moment. The song’s accompanying music video was directed by Jake Schreier and filmed in various locations in Paris. It features Mendes roaming around the city with a love interest, portrayed by French actress Maia Mitchell.

“What Lovers Do” by Maroon 5

“What Lovers Do” is a song recorded by American pop rock band Maroon 5 for their sixth studio album, Red Pill Blues (2017). It features guest vocals from American singer SZA. The song was written by Adam Levine, Starrah, Teddy Geiger, Jenna Andrews and its producers, Greg Kurstin and Mark Ronson. “What Lovers Do” is a synth-pop and R&B track, with influences of disco. Lyrically, it talks about the beginning of a relationship and its honeymoon phase.

The song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised the production as well as Levine’s vocal performance. Commercially, it became the band’s fifteenth top 40 hit on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at number 9, while reaching the top five in Australia and Canada. Additionally, “What Lovers Do” was certified multi-platinum in eleven countries and gold in four others. The track’s accompanying music video was directed by Joseph Kahn and stars American actress turned model Lily Aldridge as Levine’s love interest. It follows both actors in highly stylized golden hour-filtered sequences where they engage in various activities such as riding motorcycles and playing video games.

Conclusion

These are only a few of the great pop songs that came out in 2017. There are many more that could have made this list. What are some of your favorite pop songs from 2017?