"For much of 2025, it may have felt like music charts were devoid of hits and pop stars were slumping. But that was only true if you didn't know where to look. Established artists like Tyler, the Creator, Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift released some of the most polished songs of their careers, while breakout stars like Djo, Katseye, Role Model, and Olivia Dean rose to the challenge with catchy singles of their own."
"If you're looking for names like Rosalía, Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, or Addison Rae, you won't find them here - but don't fret. You'll find them instead on Business Insider's best albums of 2025 ranking. In keeping with my year-end tradition, to avoid excessive repetition (and to give as many artists as possible their proper due), these two lists have no overlap."
Throughout 2025, both established and emerging artists produced standout singles combining polish and catchiness. Veteran performers such as Tyler, the Creator, Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift released some of the most refined songs of their careers. Breakout acts including Djo, Katseye, Role Model, and Olivia Dean delivered memorable, hook-driven singles. The song selection deliberately avoids overlap with a separate best-albums ranking, ensuring broader recognition across artists. Each chosen track emphasizes standalone appeal and can hold its own outside album contexts. The ranking presents twenty top picks and accompanies a complete playlist on Business Insider's Spotify.
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