[2025 Edition] Songs Popular Overseas Now and Must-Watch Hits

Open HeartsThe Weeknd

The Weeknd – Open Hearts (Live on Jimmy Kimmel Live!)

A new side revealed by a star who represents Canada’s R&B scene.

Riding an uptempo beat infused with synth-pop elements, The Weeknd’s lustrous vocals resound throughout.

Featured on the album “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” released in January 2025, the track also drew attention for its live performance on the American talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! Offered as an immersive music experience in collaboration with Apple, it’s earning praise for its innovative approach.

Perfect for a drive or setting the mood at night.

The lyrics, which delve into the difficulty of opening one’s heart and the inner conflict that comes with new love, are also worth noting.

All The Way (feat. Bailey Zimmerman)BigXthaPlug

BigXthaPlug – All The Way feat. Bailey Zimmerman (Official Music Video)

BigXthaPlug, who’s sparking a fresh chemical reaction between hip-hop and country, is a rapper from Dallas, Texas.

His 2023 single “Texas” drew major attention, and his debut album Amar reached No.

97 on the Billboard 200, marking him as an artist to watch.

This country-hip-hop crossover featuring country singer Bailey Zimmerman is an innovative experiment where the rapper’s baritone voice melds with the soulful lines of acoustic and steel guitars.

Centered on heartbreak and relationship struggles, the track has also gained buzz for its music video set in an old country cottage.

Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore music that transcends genre boundaries.

Ojos Tristes (with The Marías)Selena Gomez, benny blanco

Selena Gomez, benny blanco – Ojos Tristes (with The Marías) (Official Lyric Video)

In March 2025, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco unveiled a bilingual pop track that moved listeners around the globe, far beyond the U.

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and U.

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A contemporary reinterpretation of a Spanish classic, the song stands out on their acclaimed album “I Said I Love You First,” which is deeply infused with their real-life relationship.

With indie pop band The Marías joining in, dreamy soundscapes and delicate vocals blend beautifully to create a moving experience that transcends language barriers.

Debuting at No.

1 on Billboard’s Hot Latin Pop Songs, the track also achieved commercial success.

It’s a perfect choice for a romantic night drive or a quiet moment of getting lost in music.

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Twenty One Pilots – Doubt (demo)

The American rock duo Twenty One Pilots, hailing from Ohio, had left a trove of rare demo recordings—captured during the making of their album Blurryface—unreleased until unexpected buzz on social media prompted an announcement at a live show in Poland in April 2025.

Featuring autotuned vocals and a distinctive lo-fi sound, the work showcases Tyler Joseph’s solo programming and vocals.

With experimental production that differs from the album versions and a sonic texture reminiscent of the band’s early days, it powerfully embodies their signature fusion of alternative pop and hip-hop.

It’s a track highly recommended for music fans seeking originality and for anyone interested in alternative music.

Levitating Featuring DaBabyDua Lipa

Dua Lipa – Levitating Featuring DaBaby (Official Music Video)

A heart-thumping pop track where sweet, bittersweet, and energetic feelings of love fuse with a ’70s disco sound.

It’s a song from British artist Dua Lipa’s March 2020 album, Future Nostalgia, whose bold metaphor of a cosmic adventure for romance hits home.

The catchy melody and danceable rhythm brilliantly capture the buoyant happiness of feeling like you’re floating in love.

In October 2020, a version featuring rapper DaBaby was released, taking its momentum even further.

Its striking music video, made in collaboration with TikTok, and its use in NBA promotional footage for the 2020–21 season drew widespread attention.

It’s a perfect pick-me-up for long-weekend drives or whenever you’re feeling down.

Love in Real LifeLizzo

Lizzo – Love in Real Life (Official Video)

Exquisite dance music where a smooth groove reminiscent of ’80s funk and dance tracks intertwines with the expressive vocals of Lizzo, one of America’s defining singer-rappers.

Inspired by Prince’s iconic “Let’s Go Crazy,” this work powerfully underscores the importance of genuine human connection in the digital age.

Having proven her prowess with a Grammy win for the album “Special,” Lizzo is set to follow the February 2025 release with an intimate three-city tour in Los Angeles, New York, and Minneapolis.

It’s a track you’ll want to enjoy on the dance floor, letting your body move as your heart leads.

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SZA – BMF (Official Audio)

American singer-songwriter SZA delivers a sultry track that blends bossa nova rhythms with contemporary R&B.

The lyrics, which vividly portray a woman surrendering to desire and being drawn to the allure of a younger man, leave a strong impression.

Released in December 2024 as part of the album “SOS Deluxe: LANA,” the song reached No.

29 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Quoting the jazz classic “The Girl from Ipanema,” it offers musical depth while capturing, with a pleasant sense of weightlessness, those moments when one is swept up by irresistible waves of emotion.

It’s a perfect pick when you want to refresh your mood or relax.