Pop Culture Happy Hour Song Of The Summer
Jul 28, 2025
The podcast dives into last summer's musical hit parade, showcasing artists like Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter. It speculates on which contenders could become the song of summer 2025, featuring names like Justin Bieber and Morgan Wallen. The conversation also highlights the significance of pop soundtracks in films, especially a K-pop movie. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on personal summer anthems, capturing the seasonal vibe in music and how TikTok influences emerging trends.
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Alex Warren's Broad Appeal
- Alex Warren's "Ordinary" appeals broadly with an inoffensive, almost engineered quality for wide radio play.
- It blends uplifting, catchy, and choir elements drawing from multiple demographic tastes.
Benson Boone's Playful Style
- Benson Boone leans into a deliberately silly, winking style that feels both try-hard and sweet.
- His song "Mystical Magical" fits the summer dancefloor vibe despite objectively weak lyrics.
Raven Linnae's Nostalgic Hit
- Raven Linnae's "Love Me Not" taps multiple retro cycles, blending 60s girl groups with 90s and aughts R&B nostalgia.
- Its organic, slow rise contrasts with manufactured hits, making it a genuine summer contender.