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 Sep 24,2026 edition
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Afro-Love
Tems’ “Me & U” remains at No. 1, followed unchanged by Jeady Jay’s “ATWA,” Joé Dwèt Filé’s “Rihanna,” and Ckay’s “Emiliana.” OG-FRESH enters the Afro-Love chart at No. 5 with “Scooby-Doo,” the second track from his eight-track EP NOUVOTE, released in August 2026. Tems’ “Love Me Jeje” and “Burning” consequently move to Nos. 6 and 7.
Alt Z
Sub Urban’s “Uh Oh!” featuring Benee remains No. 1 on Alt Z. Faouzia’s “Unethical” rises from No. 3 to No. 2, exchanging positions with “Minefields.” Ashe enters at No. 4 with “Stop The Wedding!,” released on August 7, 2026 as her Atlantic Records debut and the opening release of her fourth studio era, A4. Tate McRae’s “Greedy” moves from No. 4 to No. 5.
Alternative Metal
Linkin Park’s “The Emptiness Machine” remains No. 1 on Alternative Metal. Falling In Reverse’s “Watch The World Burn” rises from No. 4 to No. 2, while “Ronald” advances from No. 16 to No. 5 and “Voices In My Head” reaches No. 6. “Last Resort – Reimagined” enters at No. 16; the 2023 recording reworks Papa Roach’s 2000 song with electronic elements and heavier guitar riffs.
Alternative R&B
Ravyn Lenae’s “Love Me Not” remains No. 1 on Alternative R&B, with Sevdaliza’s “Alibi,” Mariah The Scientist’s “Burning Blue” and “Is It a Crime,” and Doechii’s “Denial Is A River” unchanged through No. 5. Tinashe’s “Melatonin” enters at No. 13. The 2026 single, from the forthcoming album Popstar, combines electronic production with house, industrial, techno, pop and R&B elements.
American Hip-Hop
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” remains No. 1 on American Hip-Hop, followed unchanged by Lil Baby’s “Dead Fresh,” King Von’s “Took Her To The O,” and Central Cee and Lil Baby’s “Band4Band.” New entries include Noodah05’s “Around Me” at No. 10, French Montana’s “Follow Me” featuring JIHYO, Ludmilla, RedOne and Adriana C at No. 16, and Lil Durk’s “Ahhh Ha” at No. 17.
Art Pop
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With A Smile” remains No. 1 on Art Pop, ahead of Billie Eilish’s “Birds Of A Feather” and Idina Menzel and Aurora’s “Into the Unknown.” Rosalía’s “Berghain” with Björk and Yves Tumor enters at No. 19, combining electronic, flamenco and orchestral elements. Lana Del Rey’s 2021 track “Chemtrails Over The Country Club,” produced by Jack Antonoff, enters at No. 20.
Asian Pop
KATSEYE takes No. 1 on Asian Pop with the new entry “Hootie Frutti,” from the August 2026 EP WILD, while “Animal” falls from No. 1 to No. 3. New entries also include Stray Kids’ hip-hop track “This & That” at No. 8, ENHYPEN’s “Bloody Paradise” at No. 9, from the mini album THE SIN : BLISS, and Z9’s “ไม่รักดีกว่า” at No. 12.
Caribbean Club
MAUVAIS DJO’s “Pilé” remains No. 1 on Caribbean Club, followed by El Alfa’s “Panti Y Colale 2.0.” Kybba’s “Ba Ba Bad Remix” rises from No. 4 to No. 3, exchanging positions with MAUVAIS DJO’s “Maladie.” Ezzy R enters at No. 8 with “Pa Que Lo Meneee,” a 2026 urbano latino track produced by Songjhay and built around a rhythmic, club-oriented production and recurring hook.
Corridos
Lenin Ramirez’s “Polvo Rosita” remains No. 1 on Corridos. Neton Vega enters at No. 2 with “Riki,” a 2026 track blending reggaetón with Mexican elements, while his “Nalguita Y Teta” falls from No. 2 to No. 5. Luis R Conriquez and Netón Vega enter at No. 20 with “Que Gacho,” a regional Mexican duet featuring guitars, bass and brass and lyrics centered on heartbreak.
Country Music
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” and “Be Her” remain Nos. 1 and 2 on Country Music. Her collaboration with Riley Green, “You Look Like You Love Me,” rises from No. 4 to No. 3, moving ahead of Morgan Wallen’s “I Got Better,” which falls to No. 4. The September 24 chart contains no new entries in the top 20, while Teddy Swims’ “Mr. Know It All” remains at No. 5.
Dance Pop
Rosé and Bruno Mars’ “Apt.” remains No. 1 on Dance Pop, followed by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With A Smile” and DJ Goja’s “Mi Chico.” Stray Kids enter at No. 4 with “This & That,” a three-minute hip-hop track from their 2026 EP, combining Korean and English lyrics. Doja Cat’s 2019 track “Streets,” which later gained attention through TikTok’s “Silhouette Challenge,” enters at No. 18.
East & South African Music
Dolly Babe enters East & South African Music at Nos. 1 and 2 with “Pink Blush,” a two-minute hip-hop/rap single released in June 2026. Tyla’s “Water” falls from No. 1 to No. 3. Davido, Mayorkun and FOLA enter at No. 4 with the Afrobeats track “B4 B4.” The Ben’s Afro-R&B track “Inshallah,” centered on love, commitment and faith, enters at No. 13.
French R&B
Joé Dwèt Filé’s “4 Kampé” remains No. 1 on French R&B. GIMS and Mauvais Djo’s “Vive La Monnaie” rises from No. 3 to No. 2, exchanging positions with Gims’ “Sois Pas Timide.” PNL enters at No. 19 with “Blanka,” originally released in 2019 on the album Deux Frères. The track addresses solitude, success and personal sacrifice, with its title referencing the Street Fighter character Blanka.
Metalcore
Bad Omens’ “Dying To Love” rises from No. 2 to No. 1 on Metalcore, replacing their “Like A Villain,” which falls to No. 4. “Specter” also advances from No. 6 to No. 2, giving Bad Omens the top two positions. Architects enter at No. 19 with “Animals,” a 2020 single released through Epitaph Records that addresses existential themes and modern life and marked a shift toward greater accessibility in the band’s sound.
Modern Dancehall
Kybba’s “Ba Ba Bad Remix” remains No. 1 on Modern Dancehall, followed by Spice’s “Go Down Deh” and Shenseea’s “Hit & Run.” New entries include Prince Swanny’s trap-dancehall track “BussHead” at No. 7, Jnr Spragga’s Afrobeat and Zimdancehall track “DAKA” at No. 10, Cali Fr’s “Bread” at No. 16, and Jamarii and 450’s “No Days Off” at No. 20.
Nigerian Pop
Rema and Selena Gomez’s “Calm Down” remains No. 1 on Nigerian Pop, followed by Ayra Starr’s “Rush.” Tems’ “Me & U” rises from No. 4 to No. 3, exchanging positions with Omah Lay’s “Soso.” AY YOLA enters at No. 19 with “Homay,” a 2025 track combining Bashkir folklore with electronic production and traditional instruments including kurai, kyl-kubyz and dombra, with references to the Ural-Batyr myth.
Pop Hits
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With A Smile” remains No. 1 on Pop Hits, ahead of Billie Eilish’s “Birds Of A Feather” and Taylor Swift’s “The Fate Of Ophelia.” Ed Sheeran enters at No. 19 with “Sapphire,” a 2025 track recorded in Goa using sitar and South Asian percussion. Black Eyed Peas enter at No. 20 with “Girl Like Me,” their 2020 Latin-pop collaboration with Shakira.
Pov: Indie
Glass Animals’ “Heat Waves” remains No. 1 on POV: Indie, followed by Hozier’s “Too Sweet.” Ashe enters at No. 3 with “Stop The Wedding!,” released on August 7, 2026 as her Atlantic Records debut and the opening release of her fourth studio era, A4. Written by Ashe, Annika Bennett and Noah Conrad, the track uses strings, tempo changes and layered harmonies around a narrative of a bride reconsidering her wedding.
Punjabi Party
Karan Aujla’s “For A Reason” rises from No. 2 to No. 1 on Punjabi Party, followed by “Low Fade,” while Navaan Sandhu’s former No. 1 “Kath Lagda” falls to No. 6. New entries include Sandhu’s “She Ain’t Easy” at No. 16, from his 2026 album Bipolar, Jxggi’s bass-driven “Knock Knock” at No. 19, and Guru Randhawa’s 2026 Punjabi pop single “Fine Shyt” at No. 20.
Urban Contemporary
Shakira’s “Zoo” and “Soltera” remain Nos. 1 and 2 on Urban Contemporary, followed by PartyNextDoor’s “No Chill” and Rihanna’s “Lift Me Up,” both unchanged. Fabolous enters at No. 9 with “Lorena Freestyle.” Jennifer Lopez and David Guetta’s “Save Me Tonight” rises from No. 10 to No. 5, while Usher’s “Good Good” moves from No. 5 to No. 6.
Urbano Latino
Shakira’s “Zoo” remains No. 1 on Urbano Latino. Brytiago enters at No. 2 with “Estoy Pa’ Ti,” a Latin trap and hip-hop track recorded in 2016, built around a mid-tempo rhythm, atmospheric synths and bass. Karol G’s “Provenza” moves to No. 3. Anitta’s 2021 reggaeton track “Envolver” enters at No. 20; its production uses pared-down percussion and Spanish vocals.
