Lady Gaga
Chromatica
EDM/Electronica/Techno, Pop, R&B

The pop diva returns to familiar territory with dance club melodrama alongside characteristic bizarre portrayals of emotional distress and deep …

Hayley Williams
Petals for Armor
Alternative, EDM/Electronica/Techno, Pop

Paramour’s lead singer steps out with a gritty solo debut that explores the sharp edges of brokenness and the beauty …

John K
If We Never Met
Alternative, Pop

John K teams up with Kelsea Ballerini in a mostly sweet speculation about paths they thankfully didn’t take.

The Weeknd
After Hours
EDM/Electronica/Techno, Pop, R&B

After Hours boasts an innovative sound, but it remains the same story fueled by explicit depictions of sex and failed …

Niall Horan
No Judgment
Pop

For former One Direction member Niall Horan, “no judgment” really means “no commitment.”

Khalid and Disclosure
Know Your Worth
EDM/Electronica/Techno, Pop, R&B

Khalid’s counsel to a struggling woman is a countercultural message of hope, strength and optimism.

Dua Lipa
Future Nostalgia
Pop

Dua Lipa’s second effort delivers mixed messages when it comes to emotional independence and physical intimacy.

Sam Smith
To Die For
Pop

Sam Smith’s latest finds this British singer pining for someone worth living and dying for.

Finneas
I Lost A Friend
Alternative, Pop

This song from Billie Eilish’s big brother deals with the uncommon theme of a broken friendship.

Billie Eilish
No Time To Die
Alternative, Pop, Soundtracks

The latest James Bond theme song steers away from profanity and graphic references, and it instead delves into more generalized …

Meek Mill
Believe
Pop, Rap/Hip-Hop

Rapper Meek Mill has faced his share of troubles. His song “Believe” shares important lessons about overcoming them.

Jonas Brothers
What a Man Gotta Do
Pop

The Jonas Brothers return with yet another fun-filled earworm, this time one that focuses on their wives.

Justin Bieber
Intentions
Pop, R&B, Rap/Hip-Hop

Justin Bieber and Quavo team up for a sweet shout-out to the women they love.

Taylor Swift
Only the Young
Pop

Taylor Swift believes you should choose your political side. But only one side, she believes, is right.

Meghan Trainor
Nice to Meet Ya
Pop, Rap/Hip-Hop

Sensuality and one profanity mar Meghan Trainor’s otherwise positive single about having a healthy body image.