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 20 genres.
Here is the Oct 8,2026 edition
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Afro-Love
Tems’ “Me & U” remains at number one, followed by Jeady Jay’s “ATWA,” Joé Dwèt Filé’s “Rihanna,” and CKay’s “Emiliana.” Tems’ “Love Me Jeje” rises from sixth to fifth, while Lynita’s “Toma Mi Mano” advances from ninth to seventh. Elaine’s “Risky” enters at number 19. Written by Elaine and produced by Clxrity, the song appears on her debut EP “Elements.” Its music video was directed by Nape Phasha.
Alt Z
Ashe’s “Stop The Wedding!” rises from fourth to number one, replacing Sub Urban’s “Uh Oh!” featuring Benee, which falls to third. Faouzia’s “Unethical” remains second, while “Minefields” moves from third to fourth. Hayley Kiyoko’s “Nobody Should Have You,” featuring Chelsea Cutler, enters at number eight. The song appears on Kiyoko’s album “girls like girls” and combines synthesizers, guitars and drums. Its lyrics address romantic attraction and experiences associated with first love.
Alternative Metal
Linkin Park’s “The Emptiness Machine” remains at number one, followed by Falling In Reverse’s “Watch The World Burn” and Linkin Park’s “Up From The Bottom.” Falling In Reverse’s “Ronald” rises from fifth to fourth, exchanging places with Linkin Park’s “Lost.” Falling In Reverse’s “Zombified” enters at number 19. Released in 2022, the song addresses cancel culture and features a post-apocalyptic music video depicting the band fighting zombies.
Alternative R&B
Ravyn Lenae’s “Love Me Not” remains at number one, followed by Sevdaliza’s “Alibi” and Mariah the Scientist’s “Burning Blue.” Trippie Redd’s “Free Melly,” featuring YNW Melly, enters at number 14 and appears on his 2026 album “NDA.” Tinashe’s “Crash Out,” produced by Couros and released in July 2026, enters at number 17. Her “Too Easy” also enters at number 20; the accompanying text describes an April 2026 collaboration involving Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter.
American Hip-Hop
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” remains at number one. King Von’s “Took Her To The O” rises from third to second, exchanging places with Lil Baby’s “Dead Fresh.” Central Cee’s “Band4Band,” featuring Lil Baby, remains fourth. King Von’s “Armed & Dangerous” advances from seventh to fifth, while Drake’s “Laugh Now Cry Later” falls from fifth to sixth. French Montana’s “Follow Me” rises from sixteenth to eleventh. There are no new entries in the top 20.
Art Pop
Lady Gaga’s “Die With A Smile,” featuring Bruno Mars, remains at number one, followed by Billie Eilish’s “Birds Of A Feather” and Idina Menzel’s “Into the Unknown,” featuring Aurora. Lady Gaga’s “Shallow” and “Abracadabra” retain fourth and fifth positions. Aurora’s “Cure For Me” rises from eleventh to tenth, exchanging places with Billie Eilish’s “Bad Guy.” The top 18 remains otherwise unchanged, while Lana Del Rey’s “Chemtrails Over The Country Club” advances from twentieth to nineteenth. There are no new entries.
Asian Pop
LISA’s “SaWaDiKa” enters directly at number one, replacing KATSEYE’s “Hootie Frutti,” which falls to third. Released in September 2026, the song opens LISA’s debut EP “Press Play” and features production by Thom Bridges and Ojivolta. JISOO’s “Click” enters at number seven; released on September 4, 2026, its music video was directed by Joseph Kahn. NEXZ’s “Saucin” enters at number eleven. Released in August 2026, it is the title track of the group’s fourth mini-album.
Caribbean Club
El Alfa’s “Panti Y Colale 2.0” rises from second to number one, replacing Mauvais Djo’s “Pilé,” which falls to second. Kybba’s “Ba Ba Bad Remix” remains third. Three songs enter the top 20: La Perversa’s “Mona” at number ten, Kiry Curu’s “Me La Quieren Hacer” at eighteen, and El Alfa’s “Si. Es Asi,” featuring Kim Loaiza, at twenty. Released in 2026, “Mona” was produced by Javish; the other two tracks were released in 2025 and 2024, respectively.
Corridos
Lenin Ramirez’s “Polvo Rosita” remains at number one. El Rabbanito’s “Dandy Hats” rises from third to second, exchanging places with Neton Vega’s “Riki.” Fuerza Regida’s “Ansiedad” remains fourth. Natanael Cano’s “Mar Azul” enters at number thirteen. The song appears on “Natanael Cano, Vol. 1” and addresses memories of a past relationship. Calle 24’s “Toxicos” enters at number eighteen. Associated with “Eterno,” it addresses jealousy and distrust in a relationship, with production involving Alan Rodríguez, Charly Gutiérrez and Miguel Garay.
Country Music
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” remains at number one, followed by “Be Her” and “You Look Like You Love Me,” featuring Riley Green. Morgan Wallen’s “I Got Better” remains fourth. Sierra Levesque’s “Undermined” enters at number fifteen. Written by the Canadian artist, the song combines rock, pop and metal elements, with lyrics addressing deception and personal autonomy. Morgan Wallen’s “Smile” enters at number twenty; its lyrics concern regret and the loss of a relationship, accompanied by acoustic guitars.
Dance Pop
Lady Gaga’s “Die With A Smile,” featuring Bruno Mars, rises from second to number one, while Rosé’s “Apt.” falls to second. DJ Goja’s “Mi Chico” remains third, followed by Stray Kids’ “This & That” and Bruno Mars’ “Risk It All.” Two songs enter the top 20: Dimitri Vegas’ “Thank You [Not So Bad]” at number 18 and Doja Cat’s “Woman” at number 20. Released in 2021, “Woman” combines Afrobeats, pop and R&B.
East & South African Music
Dolly Babe’s “Pink Blush” remains at number one, while Master KG’s “Jerusalema,” featuring Nomcebo Zikode, rises from seventh to second. Tyla’s “Water” remains third, followed by Goon Flavour’s “Ngishutheni,” which advances from fifth to fourth. Optimist Music ZA’s “Asiwafuni,” featuring Marvens, enters at number 17. Released in 2026, the Amapiano track also involves Benzoo and Officixl RSA, combining piano melodies, bass and log-drum rhythms.
French R&B
Joé Dwèt Filé’s “4 Kampé” remains at number one, followed by GIMS’ “Vive La Monnaie,” featuring Mauvais Djo, and “Sois Pas Timide.” Gims’ “Spider,” featuring Dystinct, remains fourth, while Dadju and Tayc’s “I Love You” holds fifth. Joé Dwèt Filé’s “Jolie Madame,” featuring Ronisia, rises from tenth to ninth, exchanging places with Benab’s “Mon Poto.” Naza’s “Joli Bébé” advances from twelfth to eleventh. There are no new entries in the top 20.
Metalcore
SiM’s “The Rumbling” rises from third to number one, replacing Bad Omens’ “Dying To Love,” which falls to second. Bad Omens’ “Specter” moves from second to third. Motionless In White’s “Afraid Of The Dark” advances from sixth to fourth. KING 810’s “Love Kills” enters at number 19. The song combines metal, industrial elements and hip-hop rhythms, with lyrics by David Gunn addressing devotion, violence and mortality.
Modern Dancehall
Kybba’s “Ba Ba Bad Remix,” featuring Ryan Castro, Sean Paul and Busy Signal, remains at number one, followed by Spice’s “Go Down Deh.” Malie Donn’s “Van Cleef 2” rises from fourth to third, while Shenseea’s “Hit & Run” falls to fourth. Limitlezz’s “Full Baddies,” featuring Tii Alexandre and Junior, enters at number ten. Released on August 30, 2026, the Mauritian track combines shatta, dancehall and urban influences, with lyrics by Antony Ribera and composition by Efthymios Koukoravas.
Nigerian Pop
Rema’s “Calm Down,” featuring Selena Gomez, remains at number one, followed by Ayra Starr’s “Rush” and Tems’ “Me & U.” Omah Lay’s “Soso” and Fireboy DML’s “Bandana” retain fourth and fifth positions. Rema’s original version of “Calm Down” rises from ninth to seventh. Chris Brown’s “Sensational,” featuring Davido and Lojay, enters at number 20. Released in October 2023, the song combines R&B and Afrobeats and appeared on Brown’s album “11:11.”
Pop Hits
Lady Gaga’s “Die With A Smile,” featuring Bruno Mars, remains at number one. Taylor Swift’s “The Fate Of Ophelia” rises from third to second, exchanging places with Billie Eilish’s “Birds Of A Feather.” ADÉLA’s “Nicole Kidman” enters at number four. Released on September 4, 2026, the song appears on her album “PRIMA” and was written with collaborators including Blake Slatkin and Dylan Brady. ADÉLA’s “Ain’t In LA” also advances from eighth to fifth.
Pov: Indie
Glass Animals’ “Heat Waves” remains at number one. Ashe’s “Stop The Wedding!” rises from third to second, exchanging places with Hozier’s “Too Sweet.” Conan Gray’s “Heather” and Twenty One Pilots’ “The Line” remain fourth and fifth. Ashe’s “Funeral” enters at number 19. Co-written with Annika Bennett and produced by Noah Conrad, the piano-driven song addresses emotional security in a relationship and incorporates trumpet arrangements associated with New Orleans funeral marches.
Punjabi Party
Karan Aujla’s “For A Reason” remains at number one, followed by “Low Fade,” Cheema Y’s “Jackpot” and Navaan Sandhu’s “Deewane.” Three songs enter the top 20: R Nait’s “Rishta” at number 12, Guru Randhawa’s “Dopamine” at number 19, and R Nait’s “Reel,” featuring Deepak Dhillon, at number 20. Released in August 2026, “Rishta” was produced by Qaistrax. “Dopamine” was released in January 2026, while “Reel” features music by Mix It Up.
Urban Contemporary
Shakira’s “Zoo” remains at number one, followed by “Soltera,” PartyNextDoor’s “No Chill” and Rihanna’s “Lift Me Up.” Usher’s “Good Good” rises from sixth to fifth, exchanging places with Jennifer Lopez’s “Save Me Tonight.” GloRilla’s “I Luv Her,” featuring T-Pain, advances from eleventh to ninth. Ciara’s “Yes,” featuring Akeem Ali, enters at number 16. Jeremih’s “Wait On It,” featuring Bryson Tiller and Chris Brown, also rises from fifteenth to twelfth.
Urbano Latino
Shakira’s “Zoo” remains at number one. Bad Bunny’s “Baile Inolvidable” rises from fourth to second, while Brytiago’s “Estoy Pa’ Ti” falls to third and Karol G’s “Provenza” moves to fourth. Karol G’s “Still,” featuring Bruno Mars, enters at number five. The synth-pop ballad appears on her 2026 album “No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto” and addresses continuing romantic feelings after a breakup. Bad Bunny’s “Ojitos Lindos” advances from tenth to eighth.
