Group of seniors
As the temperatures rise and summer nears, many students are looking for the perfect songs to add to their summer playlist. From the newest hits to older songs that are still perfect for a hot summer day, here are the top 8 songs you should add to your summer 2026 playlist.
- DtMF by Bad Bunny- Bad Bunny’s record-breaking 2025 hit, “DtMF”, hit 1.8 billion streams on Spotify and garnered attention from listeners all around the world. With a tropical vibe and recognizable chorus, it is a perfect song for summer.
- Choosin Texas by Ella Langley- With one of the most iconic intros of any song in 2025, Ella Langley’s “Choosin Texas” is definitely America’s song of the year. It is a must-have on any summer playlist.
- Champagne Coast by Blood Orange- “Champagne Coast” came out in 2011, and has remained on summer playlists since, for a good reason. This song has some of the best instrumentals of all time, which makes it great for driving around in the summer.
- Rein Me In by Sam Fender & Olivia Dean- Olivia Dean’s newest song, “Rein Me In”, with Sam Fender, is a fun song for a summer morning. With cheerful instrumentals and lyrics, this song is sure to put you in a good mood.
- Taste Back by Harry Styles- Off of Harry Styles latest album “Kiss all the Time. Disco. Occasionally,” Taste Back” feels like a song out of a movie. It sets a great vibe for a drive on a sunny day.
- Springsteen by Eric Church- Eric Church’s “Springsteen” is a country classic. With lyrics like “Funny how a melody sounds like a memory/ Like a soundtrack to a July Saturday night,” “Springsteen” feels like a nostalgic love song for summer.
- BAILE INoLVIDABLE by Bad Bunny- Bad Bunny’s “BAILE INoLVIDABLE” serves as a personal reflection on past romance. With an old-school salsa sound, the hit is a great song to dance to during the summer.
- 8TEEN by Khalid- Khalid’s “8TEEN” never gets old. Off of Khalid’s debut album in 2017, it celebrates the recklessness and freedom of being 18, focusing on themes of partying with friends, strict parents, and young love.
