Tue Dec 03 20:20:00 UTC 2024: ## 2024: A Year of Unprecedented Pop Chaos, According to Rolling Stone

**New York, NY** – Rolling Stone magazine declared 2024 the most unpredictable year in pop music history, a whirlwind of genre-bending collaborations, unexpected chart-toppers, and high-profile feuds. The publication released its list of the 100 best songs of the year, highlighting the sheer breadth and bizarre brilliance of the musical landscape.

The year saw an unprecedented MC battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, culminating in Lamar’s scathing, yet catchy, “Not Like Us.” Meanwhile, complete newcomer Shaboozey dominated the charts for 19 weeks with the country-rap hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” a track predicted to remain a chart-topper well into 2025. Tinashe’s “Nasty” became an inescapable summer anthem, sparking a viral challenge, while Charli XCX and Lorde’s collaborative remix further cemented their status as pop powerhouses. Other unexpected highlights included a Hozier comeback and Taylor Swift’s introspective “The Prophecy.”

Rolling Stone also profiled several rising stars, including dance-punk phenomenon the Dare, whose track “Perfume” became a staple of New York’s nightlife scene; and Lip Critic, a New York quartet known for their bizarre and satirical lyrics. Veteran artists also made their mark, with Kim Gordon’s foray into post-industrial trap on her solo album and SZA’s introspective “Saturn” exploring themes of transformation.

The magazine also praised the work of artists like Dasha (country breakout “Austin”), SiR (“Tryin’ My Hardest”), Soccer Mommy (“Driver”), Griff (“Anything”), Fcukers (“Bon Bon”), Karol G (“Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido”), Cardi B (“Enough”), Kali Uchis (“Igual Que un Ángel”), Olivia Rodrigo (“Jealousy, Jealousy”), Eric Church (“Darkest Hour”), NewJeans (“How Sweet”), Cash Cobain (“Fisherrr” remix), Eliza McLamb (“Modern Woman”), and many more.

The year wasn’t just about individual artists; it was about unexpected collaborations that pushed creative boundaries. The remix of Flo’s “Never Lose Me,” featuring SZA and Cardi B, exemplified the power of female rap collaborations. Similarly, the unlikely pairing of Lana Del Rey and Quavo on “Tough” created a unique blend of country-trap Americana.

From the experimental sounds of K-pop group NewJeans to the raw emotion of MJ Lenderman’s heartfelt tunes and the surprising disco-pop of Kali Uchis featuring Peso Pluma, 2024 proved to be a year where almost anything was possible in the world of pop. The full list of Rolling Stone’s 100 Best Songs of 2024 is available online.

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