Music booming, high energy and overall excited spirits is what summer brings. With summer quickly approaching, summer plans also begin to set in. Some Mooresville students will decide to get summer jobs, while others decide to take it chill and just enjoy their summer to its fullest. One summer activity that many enjoy is cruising through back roads with the windows down, wind blowing through the hair, and music blasting as loud as possible.
Some of the trending songs of 2024 are becoming apparent and expected to be songs to listen to for summer. According to Billboard, the top 20 songs for the week of April 21 to April 27 is as follows.
- Too Sweet by Hozier
- Like That by Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar
- Beautiful Things by Benson Boone
- Lose Control by Teddy Swims
- Texas Hold ‘Em by Beyonce
- Lovin’ On Me by Jack Harlow
- Espresso by Sabrina Carpenter
- We Can’t Be Friends by Ariana Grande
- Stick Season by Noah Kahan
- Saturn by SZA
- I Remember Everything by Zach Bryan Featuring Kacey Musgraves
- I Like The Way You Kiss Me by Artemas
- Cruel Summer by Taylor Swift
- Type S*** by Future, Metro Boomin, Travis Scott & Playboy Carti
- Agora Hills by Doja Cat
- Greedy by Tate McRae
- Wanna Be by Gorilla & Megan Thee Stallion
- Fast Car by Tracy Chapman
- Snooze by SZA
- Carnival by ¥$: Ye & Ty Dolla $ign Featuring Rich The Kid & Playboi Carti
Sophomore Teagan McGinley describes her music taste as everything except country music, so when it comes to summer music there is a vast list of what she will listen to. She has the self proclaimed best music taste in the world. She blasts music in many places, fairs, in her room and in the car.
“We have a jeep and go doors off, top off, music blasting, with the windows down,” McGinley said.
McGinley’s Top Picks
- The Spins by Mac Miller
- We Are The People by Empire of The Sun
- Tumblr Girls by G-Easy
- Beauty and a Beat by Justin Bieber
- Cool For The Summer by Demi Lovato
- The Night Is Still Young by Nicki Minaj
- Starships by Nicki Minaj
- Last Friday Night by Katy Perry
- Everybody Talks by Neon Trees
- Night Changes by One Direction
- Pink + White by Frank Ocean
- Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO
- The Thrill by Wiz Khalifa
English Teacher Amanda Scamacca tends to listen to music to a variety of music. From alternative folk, to alternative rock, to oldies, all the way to musical soundtracks. Along with music, Scamacca also tends to go to concerts and gets to enjoy a lot of her favorite artists.
“I listen to these songs in the car or mowing the lawn,” Scamacca said.
Scamacca’s Top Picks
- Meeting The Master by Greta Van Fleet
- Feeling Good by Michael Buble
Junior Kylie Keller is a huge fan of listening to music with friends, especially in the car. She describes her music taste as a broad spectrum.
“I have a pool at my house, so I’ll be listening to these songs in my pool,” Keller said.
Keller’s Top Picks
- Babydoll by Dominic Fike
- Les by Childish Gambino
- Art Deco by Lana Del Rey
- Poison by Brent Faiyaz
