Every two weeks, we update our “Most Famous 2020s [music genre] from the Last 30 Days” series to reflect shifts in listener trends. These rankings combine data from our platform with external streaming metrics to highlight what’s resonating right now.
While not exhaustive, these charts capture notable changes—rising hits, enduring favorites, and exciting new entries—across 16 genres.
Here is the May 8, 2025 edition
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Alt Z
The ALT Z chart sees two new entries this cycle. Zolita‘s “Somebody I F*cked Once” enters at number 16. Released in May 2021, the track narrates a same-sex romance with a high school cheerleading backdrop, earning attention for its LGBTQ+ representation. Alan Walker and Daya’s “Heart Over Mind” debuts at number 18. This November 2023 release blends EDM and pop, exploring the conflict between emotion and reason in relationships. “Melanie Martinez – Death” and “King Princess – Fantastic [From Arcane Season 2]” exit to make room for the newcomers.
Faouzia‘s “Minefields” takes the top spot, displacing Elley Duhé‘s “Middle Of The Night,” which now sits at number two. Tate McRae‘s “Greedy” climbs to third, while Sub Urban‘s “Uh Oh! (w/ Benee)” remains steady at fourth. The rest of the chart holds with minor shuffling, solidifying familiar names in their positions.
Alternative Metal
The Alternative Metal chart welcomes no new entries this week, but there are notable movements. Breaking Benjamin‘s “So Cold” jumps to number 8 from 18, displacing Falling In Reverse‘s “Voices In My Head.” Five Finger Death Punch‘s “Blue On Black” also climbs, landing at 14, pushing Slipknot’s “Unsainted” down a slot. Meanwhile, Falling In Reverse‘s “Prequel” drops to 12, and “Ronald” slips to 7. Despite these shifts, Linkin Park maintains dominance, occupying four spots in the top 10, with “The Emptiness Machine” and “Two Faced” holding the top two positions.
Notably, Falling In Reverse‘s “Last Resort – Reimagined” moves to 18, while “Zombified” holds at 19. The genre’s veterans retain their ground, showcasing stability across the board.
Alternative R&B
In the Alternative R&B chart, the rankings remain largely stable, with no new entries recorded. Sevdaliza continues her lead with “Alibi” featuring Pabllo Vittar and Yseult, while Doechii‘s “Denial Is A River” and Ravyn Lenae‘s “Love Me Not” complete the top three. Sevdaliza‘s “No Me Cansare” with Karol G remains strong at number four, mirroring last cycle’s structure.
Minor positional shifts are observed, with Mariah The Scientist’s “From A Woman” climbing to number 6, trading places with Lucky Daye‘s “Over.” Ari Lennox‘s “Pressure” drops to number 8, while Mariah The Scientist’s “2 You” holds steady at number 9. The rest of the chart remains consistent, reflecting stability in the genre.
American Hip-Hop
American Hip-Hop sees two new entries this week. Jessie Murph and Jelly Roll‘s “Wild Ones” debuts at number 8. Fusing country, pop, and rap, the track is underscored by acoustic guitar samples and explores themes of rebellion and introspection. Drake‘s “Laugh Now Cry Later” featuring Lil Durk enters at number 14. Produced by Cardo and Rogét Chahayed, its music video, shot at Nike’s headquarters, includes appearances from Kevin Durant and Odell Beckham Jr. These entries push out Pooh Shiesty’s “Back In Blood” and Glorilla‘s “I Luv Her.”
The top of the chart remains steady, with Kendrick Lamar‘s “Not Like Us” holding at number one, followed by Travis Scott and Playboi Carti‘s “Fe!N.” Glorilla‘s “Whatchu Kno About Me” climbs to number 6, reflecting slight reordering in the upper tier.
Art Pop
The Art Pop chart remains unchanged with no new entries for this cycle. Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars continue to lead with “Die With A Smile,” while Billie Eilish’s “Birds Of A Feather” and Lady Gaga‘s “Abracadabra” secure the second and third spots, respectively. The top 10 maintains its structure, with Lady Gaga and Billie Eilish dominating the majority of the positions.
Minor shifts are seen in the lower half, where Lana Del Rey‘s “Doin’ Time” climbs slightly to 15, trading places with Charli XCX‘s “360.” The rest of the chart remains locked in place, marking a week of stability for Art Pop mainstays.
Asian Pop
The Asian Pop chart introduces three new entries this cycle. Jennie’s “Extral” featuring Doechii debuts at number 3. The track, marked by sharp lyricism and polished production, celebrates female independence through commanding visuals and intricate choreography. Jung Kook‘s “3D,” featuring Jack Harlow, enters at number 12. Released in September 2023, the song explores love through the metaphor of dimensions, supported by dynamic choreography. Jisoo‘s “Earthquake” lands at number 18. This February 2025 release blends EDM and K-pop, with seismic metaphors and a music video that showcases noir thriller elements. “Youngohm – นครดารา,” “Blackpink – Shut Down,” and “Stray Kids – Walkin On Water” exit the chart.
Rosé & Bruno Mars continue to hold the number one spot with “Apt.,” while Aespa‘s “Whiplash” remains at number two. Jennie‘s “Mantra” drops to ninth, while Katseye’s “Touch” surges to number seven. Stray Kids maintain their presence with “Lalalala” at six, although it drops slightly from its previous position. The chart remains a strong reflection of K-pop and its global reach.
Country Music
The Country Music chart welcomes one new entry: Kane Brown and Jelly Roll‘s “Haunted” debuts at number 20. The track dives into themes of mental health and fame, influenced by Brown’s stay at Manchester’s Stock Exchange Hotel. Its rugged country-rock sound is matched by cinematic visuals shot in Wyoming’s Jackson Hole. “JamWayne, 501Bryze, & Hessom – New” exits the rankings to make space for the new arrival.
Bailey Zimmerman’s “Fall In Love” climbs to the top spot, moving Ella Langley and Riley Green‘s “You Look Like You Love Me” to number two. Luke Combs‘ “Ain’t No Love In Oklahoma” holds at number three, while Morgan Wallen‘s “Smile” remains steady at four. Luke Combs‘ “Forever After All” rises to number eight, displacing Cole Swindell‘s “She Had Me At Heads Carolina.” The chart sees minor adjustments, maintaining its blend of new releases and familiar staples.
Dance Pop
The Dance Pop chart sees three new entries this week. David Guetta and OneRepublic‘s “I Don’t Wanna Wait” debuts at number 15, bringing a Eurodance vibe inspired by O-Zone’s “Dragostea Din Tei.” Jazzy’s “No Bad Vibes,” featuring Kilimanjaro, lands at number 18. This Afro-house track emphasizes hypnotic beats and rave energy. Enrique Iglesias and Maria Becerra‘s “Asi Es La Vida” enters at 19. Released in September 2023, the song combines reggaeton and bachata, reflecting on love’s trials. “Shakira – Acróstico – Milan + Sasha,” “Black Eyed Peas – Ritmo (Bad Boys For Life),” and “Ofenbach – Overdrive (w/ Norma Jean Martine)” exit the chart to accommodate the newcomers.
Rosé and Bruno Mars continue to dominate with “Apt.” at number one, followed by Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars with “Die With A Smile.” Dua Lipa’s “Levitating” rises to number three, switching spots with Bruno Mars‘ “Leave The Door Open.” The chart reflects strong competition among global pop icons.
See the Full Top 20 for Dance PopEast & South African Music
East & South African Music sees four new entries this cycle. Rayvanny and Zuchu‘s “Number One” debuts at 17. Released in November 2020, the song is a bongo flava ballad that explores love with heartfelt Swahili lyrics. Marioo‘s “Naogopa,” featuring Harmonize, enters at 18. The 2022 track blends bongo flava with afropop, addressing fears of losing a partner. Bassie’s “Kwelanga 2.0” with M-Touch, Ranger, Amaza, and Tmanxpress debuts at 19, showcasing vibrant vocal harmonies over energetic beats. Finally, King Temoso’s “Dali Wami,” featuring Master KG, Nkosazana Daughter, and Nobuhle, lands at number 20, celebrating South African wedding culture. “Willy Paul & Bahati – Keki,” “Woodblock DJs – Skuta Baba [Remix],” “Marioo – Wangu (w/ Harmonize),” and “Wanitwa Mos & Nkosazana Daughter – Makhelwane” exit to make room.
Tyla‘s “Water” maintains its lead at number one, followed by Mr. Pilato, Ego Slimflow & Tebogo G Mashego’s “Biri Marung.” Marioo‘s “Nairobi” climbs to third, reflecting stability at the top despite shifts in the lower ranks.
French R&B
French R&B introduces one new entry this cycle. Booba‘s “Mona Lisa,” featuring JSX, debuts at number 20. Taken from his 2021 album *Ultra*, the track explores loyalty and betrayal through heavy, dark production by Steeve Mad and AniBeatz. The video, directed by Lionel Hirlé, is set against a backdrop of luxury and conflict, reinforcing Booba‘s narrative of survival. “Lacrim – No Lo Se” exits to make room for the new entry.
Gims retains the top spot with “Sois Pas Timide,” while Joé Dwèt Filé’s “4 Kampé” and Gims & Dystinct‘s “Spider” complete the top three. Guy2Bezbar‘s “Monaco” rises to fifth, pushing Dadju & Tayc‘s “I Love You” down to sixth. The chart remains steady, with familiar names maintaining their grip on the rankings.
Metalcore
The Metalcore chart introduces one new entry: “Kingslayer” by Bring Me The Horizon featuring Babymetal, recorded live in Tokyo, debuts at number 14. Originally released in 2020, the track combines metalcore with J-pop influences and explores themes of rebellion and empowerment. The live performance highlights both bands’ dynamic synergy on stage. “Bad Omens & Poppy – V.A.N” exits the chart to make room for this powerful addition.
Babymetal & Electric Callboy continue to hold the top spot with “Ratatata,” while Bad Omens‘ “Like A Villain” climbs to number two, switching places with Motionless In White‘s “Another Life,” which now sits at four. Bring Me The Horizon’s “Kool-Aid” drops to 13, making way for “Masterpiece” by Motionless In White to rise to ninth. The chart remains dominated by Electric Callboy and Bad Omens, with several strong mid-tier positions.
Modern Dancehall
The Modern Dancehall chart sees two new entries this week. WizTheMc’s “Show Me Love” featuring Bees & Honey debuts at number two. Released with airy pop undertones, the song balances crisp percussion with fluid melodies, showcasing WizTheMc’s seamless vocal delivery. DJ Leska’s “Capitaine,” featuring Shannon, enters at number eight. This track, released in early 2025, merges dancehall with electronic textures, driven by DJ Leska’s signature production style. “Cherifou – Olome Deureume” and “Patoranking – Kolo Kolo” exit to make room for these newcomers.
Rema & Selena Gomez maintain their hold at number one with “Calm Down,” while Shenseea‘s “Hit & Run” drops to third. Burna Boy‘s “For My Hand” slides to fifth, making space for the new entries. Tarrus Riley’s “Lighter” climbs back into the top 10, reflecting renewed interest. The chart remains a strong representation of international dancehall hits with diverse collaborations.
Nigerian Pop
The Nigerian Pop chart welcomes one new entry: “Emiliana” by CKay debuts at number 20. From his *Sad Romance* album, the track showcases CKay’s reflective lyricism, exploring themes of long-distance relationships and longing. Produced by Tempoe, CKay, and BMH, the song marks a significant achievement by being the first Afrobeats track to chart on the Billboard Top 200. “Burna Boy – For My Hand (w/ Ed Sheeran)” exits to accommodate this addition.
Rema & Selena Gomez continue to dominate the top position with “Calm Down,” followed by Ayra Starr‘s “Rush.” Dax‘s “Lonely Dirt Road” maintains its spot at number three, while Omah Lay‘s “Soso” and Chiké & Mohbad‘s “Egwu” round out the top five. Wizkid‘s “Essence” featuring Tems reclaims the number 12 spot, indicating its enduring popularity. The chart remains consistent, with Rema and Wizkid securing strong placements.
Pov: Indie
The POV: Indie chart introduces two new entries this week. Alan Walker‘s “Fire!” featuring Yuqi of (G)I-DLE and JVKE debuts at number 17. Released in December 2023, the track explores themes of passion and connection, underscored by Walker’s signature electronic production. Twenty One Pilots‘ “The Hype” enters at number 20, blending 90s rock with indie influences. The track’s introspective lyrics and unique ukulele bridge are captured in a nostalgic video filmed in Columbus, Ohio. “Beabadoobee – Beaches” and “Clairo – Juna” exit to make room for the newcomers.
Hozier‘s “Too Sweet” holds steady at number one, followed closely by Glass Animals‘ “Heat Waves.” Twenty One Pilots dominate the mid-chart with multiple entries, including “Overcompensate” and “Paladin Strait.” Mitski‘s “My Love Mine All Mine” moves up to fourth, solidifying its presence. The genre reflects a strong blend of indie pop and introspective songwriting.
Urban Contemporary
The Urban Contemporary chart sees one new entry: “Morning” by Teyana Taylor and Kehlani debuts at number 20. Released under Def Jam, the track explores themes of intimacy and desire, enriched by lush R&B production. Its smooth ambiance and sensual lyrics make it a standout addition to the list. “Fabolous – Snooze Freestyle” exits the rankings to make space for the new entry.
Shakira‘s “Soltera” maintains its top position, while GloRilla’s “I Luv Her” featuring T-Pain holds firm at number two. Ciara‘s “How We Roll” climbs to fourth, while Partynextdoor’s “R E A L W O M A N” drops out of the top five. The chart remains heavily influenced by R&B and hip-hop crossover hits, with Usher and T-Pain continuing to anchor the middle tier.
Urbano Latino
The Urbano Latino chart welcomes one new entry this week: “Ojitos Lindos” by Bad Bunny featuring Bomba Estéreo debuts at number 14. This love song merges reggaeton with cumbia and psychedelic elements, reflecting Bad Bunny‘s versatility and Bomba Estéreo‘s tropical-electronic style. The track’s dreamlike narrative explores themes of intimacy and connection, boosted by its inclusion in *FIFA 23*. “Natti Natasha – Desde Hoy” exits the chart to make space for this addition.
Bad Bunny’s “Baile Inolvidable” rises to the top spot, swapping places with Beéle and Ovy On The Drums’ “Mi Refe,” now at number two. Feid & Atl Jacob’s “Luna” climbs to fourth, pushing Xavi‘s “La Diabla” down to fifth. Beéle’s “Morena” also sees a significant jump, landing at number six, while Karol G’s “Provenza” and “Tqg” maintain their mid-chart positions. The chart showcases a strong presence from Karol G, Bad Bunny, and Beéle, underscoring their influence in the genre.