Need a little boost to kick off the 2024 back-to-school season on the right foot? We’ve scoured the latest music releases to create a playlist packed with vitamins. Pop, electro, rap, and oriental sounds: perfect for keeping you humming all day long. Press play!
Autumn is just around the corner… But that’s no reason to let melancholy take over! To infuse your daily commutes with cheer and fill your weekends with good vibes, we’ve put together an anti-back-to-school-blues playlist featuring pop, electro, rap, and more… For a rhythmic start to the 2024 school year, here’s what you need!
Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars: “Die With a Smile”
An unexpected duo! “Die With a Smile,” with its pop and soul vibes, has been a hit since its release. This back-to-school season, the track is booming on social media, especially on TikTok, where users are embracing the dance moves of the 2024 Olympic star.
Taylor Swift: “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart”
Taylor Swift is making waves on social media, not only with her support for Kamala Harris but also with her latest hit, “I Can Do It with a Broken Heart.” This electro-pop track subtly critiques our productivity culture while revealing Swift’s personal pain after her breakup with Joe Alwyn. The song exposes the immense pressure to perform while dealing with personal and emotional challenges.
Shawn Mendes: “Why Why Why”
For his big return after a two-year hiatus, singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes drops “Why Why Why,” with subtly folk influences. However, the former Calvin Klein model has never really left the spotlight. With four successful albums and hits like “Stitches” and “Señorita,” the Canadian artist boasts six tracks that have surpassed a billion streams on Spotify.
Eminem: “Somebody Sve Me”
For the first time, Eminem and Jelly Roll team up on the poignant “Somebody Save Me,” from the album “The Death of Slim Shady.” At 51, Eminem seizes the opportunity to offer sincere apologies to his children and express his struggle with addiction. A month after the album’s release, rapper Marshall Mathers reconciled with his daughter Hailie Jade, highlighting his quest for redemption.
Maitre Gims: “Sois Pas Timide”
Gims never stops! After the colossal success of “Spider” with 96 million streams and a diamond certification, he returns with “Sois Pas Timide,” already at 37 million streams and topping the charts this back-to-school season. In this track, he declares his love for his wife, Demdem.
L.E.J: “Summer 2024”
Summer is saying its farewells, but isn’t over yet! To revive your sunny memories, we dive into the mashup by French group L.E.J. Lucie, Elisa, and Juliette have outdone themselves this year by revisiting summer hits. Get ready to rediscover 20 essential tracks in a version that will make you dance, even in heavy traffic.
Coldplay: “We Pray”
British band Coldplay has released their new single, “We Pray,” ahead of their highly anticipated album “Moon Music,” due in October. This song, written in one night by Chris Martin, is meant to be a musical prayer. According to the singer, it’s a spontaneous creation born from a deep desire to share hope and comfort in the face of life’s challenges.
Manal: “Cabaret” BACK-TO-SCHOOL 2024
Staying true to her style, Manal hits hard with “Cabaret,” from her upcoming album “Arabian Heartbreak.” This fourth track, with a slow rhythm and revisited chaâbi sounds, combines percussion and traditional Arabic instruments with modern musical touches. It tells the moving story of a broken woman torn between painful choices and sacrifices. As always, Manal challenges conventions by addressing societal issues close to her heart.
Pandit & Mandinga: “Mentirosa” BACK-TO-SCHOOL 2024
The gem of the 2024 season that will make you dance against your will is “Mentirosa” (“Liar”), the result of the collaboration between Romanian DJ Pandit and group Mandinga. A successful mix of catchy rhythms, perfect for clubs.
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GORDO x Drake: “Healing”
If you’re a fan of Latin music, dance, and rap, check out “Healing” by GORDO and Drake. This track delves into vulnerability and introspection, with a captivating video. Despite his clashes with Kendrick Lamar, Drake highlights friendship and support in this song.
Adèle Castillon: À la Folie” BACK-TO-SCHOOL 2024
After the success of “Ce Soir,” a collaboration with Gazo (2.2 million views in two months), French singer Adèle Castillon approaches the 2024 back-to-school season with a new single, “À La Folie.” This new hit explores the search for inner peace and the desire to free oneself from painful memories.
Fayçal Azizi: “Qiluni”
Moroccan artist Fayçal Azizi, known for his rebellious spirit, raises the temperature among his fans with the announcement of his new single “Qiluni.” In this track, he claims his right to live his way, despite societal pressures. An ode to freedom.
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