Despite the overwhelming number of music releases throughout 2025, a select group of songs managed to dominate playlists and capture the attention of listeners worldwide. From established pop icons to rising stars, each track left a clear mark and helped shape the sound of the year.
Below are the ten songs that topped the Billboard Hot 100 year end chart and stood out as the most influential releases of 2025.
1. Die With A Smile by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars
The first collaboration between Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars proved to be a massive success. The song topped year end charts and achieved remarkable digital streaming numbers, becoming one of the most played tracks globally.
2. Luther by Kendrick Lamar and SZA
Released in November 2024 as part of Kendrick Lamar’s album GNX, the song paid tribute to legendary singer Luther Vandross. Its momentum continued into 2025, earning major recognition including nominations at the Grammy Awards 2026 for Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
3. A Bar Song Tipsy by Shaboozey
With its energetic and party driven vibe, the track became a favorite among younger audiences. It achieved a record breaking run at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 and enjoyed widespread popularity across social platforms.
4. Lose Control by Teddy Swims
This song made history by spending more than 100 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100. Blending emotional pop with soul influences, it maintained strong chart presence throughout 2025 after its initial success in 2024.
5. Birds Of A Feather by Billie Eilish
Featured on her album Hit Me Hard and Soft, the song played a key role in the album reaching number two on the Billboard 200. Its fusion of pop and alternative sounds earned multiple Grammy Awards 2026 nominations.
6. Beautiful Things by Benson Boone
A deeply emotional track centered on resilience and healing, the song helped elevate Benson Boone’s international profile. Its pop soul style resonated strongly with listeners across different markets.
7. Ordinary by Alex Warren
Taken from the debut album of rising artist Alex Warren, the song gained massive exposure through TikTok and streaming platforms. Warren was later honored with the SoundExchange Breakout Artist award for 2025.
8. I Had Some Help by Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen
This cross genre collaboration blended modern country with hip hop influences. It ranked among the most streamed songs of the year according to Billboard and Taste of Country data.
9. APT. by ROSÉ and Bruno Mars
The collaboration between BLACKPINK’s ROSÉ and Bruno Mars delivered record breaking success on Spotify. Mixing Western pop with K pop elements, the song surpassed 2.2 billion streams within 433 days.
10. Pink Pony Club by Chappell Roan
With its bold pop sound and distinctive vocal performance, the track helped Chappell Roan establish herself as a standout rising artist, reflecting a confident and independent musical identity.
Together, these songs not only topped charts but also captured the spirit of global music in 2025, highlighting diversity, innovation and the power of cross genre collaboration.
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