With the upcoming Semiquincentennial for America’s 250th anniversary, celebrate America’s birthday with a memorable playlist! From Bruno Mars to Olivia Rodrigo, do not let your Fourth of July pass by without listening to these songs that have made the list of our Top 5.
1 – “Drop Dead” By Olivia Rodrigo
Slowly, Olivia Rodrigo is becoming one of my favorite artists. Often capturing the rawness that is human emotions, Rodrigo has seemingly mastered the essence of teenage love and passion. And the song, “Drop Dead,” is yet another testament to her talent!
2 – “Stateside” By PinkPantheress featuring Zara Larsson
You cannot get more summer than this. Featured across many social media platforms, such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, “Stateside” is perhaps the number one anthem for the summer of 2026. Adding this to my personal playlist!
3 – “I Just Might” By Bruno Mars
Okay, so I might be a little biased, but this is definitely going on the list. I really like how fun this song is, especially with its energetic beat and lyrics. It’s a feel-good and upbeat song about love and attraction that I personally cannot get out of my head. When I take a road trip for the summer, I know what I am going to have on repeat.
4 – “Midnight Sun” By Zara Larsson
If you want a song to turn up to the max and dance to, then this song is just the vibe. Similar to the other picks on this list, “Midnight Sun” is a perfect feel-good song that is one of the summer anthems of 2026. Streamed across multiple platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music, this song is a perfect song to add to your road trip playlist for 2026.
5 – “SWIM” By BTS
The Newest installment in BTS’s Category of music! And I speak for all of the fans when I say that I hope this will not be the last. Coming back together after their four-year hiatus, BTS has graced everyone’s ears with their new song, “SWIM”. It’s especially perfect for the summer!
