2018 has seen a number of songs being released. Therefore, this made coming up with this list pure madness. However, we had to and we did. Listed below are what we think are the hottest songs of the year.

5 Hottest Songs of 2018

Below, we list the 5 hottest songs of 2018. Read on to find out which ones made it to the top.

1. “Make Me Feel,” Janelle Monáe

Janelle Monáe has really made her name for herself in the music industry over the last decade. On The Archandroid and The Electric Lady, she was almost a robot sent from afar. 2016 helped propel her with her appearance in the movies Moonlight and Hidden Figures. She showed her unique style and wit to a much broader audience. ‘Make Me Feel’ is a single that she released this year. Janelle says that she draws inspiration from the late Prince, who was her mentor. In fact, Prince contributed the synth part on the song.

2. “Space Cowboy,” Kacey Musgraves

This song is a romantic ballad. The country singer pits a new spin on the song. In the song, she is talking about the way that the sunset fades and how love fades too.

3. “Middle America,” Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks

Stephen was a member of the group, Pavement. Since the group’s break up years back, the singer has made 6 albums. The Jicks are his backing band. ‘Middle America’ is the first song from the Jicks in 4 years. It’s one song that has definitely taken the hearts of many.

4. “No Tears Left to Cry,” Ariana Grande

This song is a hypnotic, UK garage-banger that is quite catchy. In the song, Grande wears her pain like armour. This is one of her greatest songs to date.

5. “Hurt to Look,” Swae Lee

This song shows a sensitive side to the singer. This airy Rn’B song is a really great listen. In fact, we suggest this to all Rn’B and pop fans.