Looking for your next favorite track? May 2025 delivered an incredible wave of new music—from heartfelt ballads and high-energy anthems to nostalgic throwbacks and empowering bangers. Whether you’re driving, dancing, or diving deep into your feelings, there’s something for every mood.

Here are 10 chart-topping songs released in May 2025 that every music lover should hear—plus, the perfect moments to play them.

1. “Luther” – Kendrick Lamar & SZA
  • Genre: Hip-Hop
  • Mood: Reflective and introspective
  • Vibe: Deep thoughts at dusk

This long-awaited collaboration between two lyrical powerhouses touches on identity, legacy, and inner struggles. Smooth beats, poetic verses, and a soul-stirring hook make it the kind of track you’ll replay while staring out of windows.

2 “Messy” – Lola Young
  • Genre: Pop
  • Mood: Late-night introspection
  • Vibe: After-midnight honesty

With raw lyrics and haunting vocals, this UK sensation sings straight from the heart. “Messy” explores modern love with refreshing vulnerability—perfect for those 2 a.m. playlist moments.

3 “APT.” – ROSÉ & Bruno Mars
  • Genre: Pop-Punk
  • Mood: Energetic and rebellious
  • Vibe: Dancing in your bedroom

This high-octane track is a blast of nostalgia and new-gen punk, pairing Bruno’s silky smoothness with ROSÉ’s fierce energy. It’s an anthem for blasting loud while you’re feeling fearless.

4 “Die With A Smile” – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
  • Genre: Pop
  • Mood: Romantic and nostalgic
  • Vibe: Candlelight dinner or heartfelt rewind

A sweeping love song with retro flair, Gaga and Bruno deliver a duet that feels both timeless and intimate. It’s ideal for slow dancing or revisiting fond memories.

5 “Pink Pony Club” – Chappell Roan
  • Genre: Pop
  • Mood: Empowering and celebratory
  • Vibe: Pride parade or solo self-love session

A glittery, queer anthem that’s as theatrical as it is freeing. With bold lyrics and infectious beats, it’s perfect for letting loose and celebrating yourself unapologetically.

6 “Nokia” – Drake

  • Genre: Hip-Hop
  • Mood: Nostalgic and smooth
  • Vibe: Chill drives and throwback moods

Drake’s latest track blends ‘00s-era production with modern storytelling. A mellow, memory-laden jam for cruising with the windows down and reminiscing about simpler times.

7 “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – Shaboozey
  • Genre: Country-Pop
  • Mood: Fun and lively
  • Vibe: Bar nights and backyard BBQs

A party-starting crossover hit that’s taken the country charts by storm. It’s catchy, carefree, and perfect for any moment that calls for a drink and a singalong.

8 “Ordinary” – Alex Warren
  • Genre: Pop
  • Mood: Emotional and heartfelt
  • Vibe: Journaling in a coffee shop

Warren’s stripped-down ballad speaks to the quiet pain of feeling unseen. It’s the kind of emotional release song you turn on when you need to cry—or just be still with your thoughts.

9 “I’m the Problem” – Morgan Wallen
  • Genre: Country
  • Mood: Reflective and raw
  • Vibe: Sunset solitude

Morgan Wallen continues his reign with this deeply personal song about taking accountability. Acoustic and vulnerable, it’s meant for introspective drives or long walks.

10 “Beautiful Things” – Benson Boone
  • Genre: Pop
  • Mood: Uplifting and inspirational
  • Vibe: Morning motivation or post-shower confidence boost

With soaring vocals and an upbeat tempo, this song delivers pure positivity. It’s a must for your “feel good” playlist—ideal for kickstarting your day or getting through a slump.