[2026 Edition] Popular Songs Overseas Right Now and Notable Hit Tracks

AnxietyDoechii

Doechii – Anxiety (Visualizer)

Starting out on SoundCloud and later signing with Top Dawg Entertainment, she won the Best Rap Album at the 67th Grammy Awards in August 2024 for the masterpiece Alligator Bites Never Heal.

One of today’s most talked-about rappers, Duwitche from Tampa, Florida, delivers an impressive track that expresses the universal theme of anxiety from her unique perspective.

Released in March 2025, the song was originally unveiled in November 2019 and is now receiving its first official release.

Sampling a hit by Gotye, her distinctive rap and vocals blend seamlessly.

It’s generating major buzz both inside and outside the scene, and is a must-listen not only for hip-hop fans.

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.

Fat Juicy & WetSexyy Red & Bruno Mars

Sexyy Red & Bruno Mars – Fat Juicy & Wet (Official Music Video)

A track with sensual, provocative lyrics and a rhythmic beat has been born from a collaboration between Sexyy Red and Bruno Mars.

The unique world created by Sexyy Red, who’s drawing attention in the American hip-hop scene, and global pop star Bruno Mars is captivating.

Released in January 2025, the song evokes the atmosphere of a strip club and has become a hot topic for its bold lyrics.

The music video also features Lady Gaga and BLACKPINK’s Rosé, drawing attention for its star-studded lineup.

It’s a recommended pick for those looking to amp up a party or craving something edgy and exciting.

TRUTH IN THE LIES (FEAT. LIL DURK)Central Cee

CENTRAL CEE – TRUTH IN THE LIES (FEAT. LIL DURK) (MUSIC VIDEO)

Steeped in an introspective mood, this work is the first collaborative track between British rapper Central Cee and American rapper Lil Durk.

Sampling Ne-Yo’s classic “So Sick,” the song is striking and poignantly voices emotions wavering between love and betrayal.

It appears on Central Cee’s debut album, “Can’t Rush Greatness,” released in January 2025, and its music video features the duo performing against the backdrop of the streets of Paris.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone struggling with matters of the heart or who enjoys emotionally charged tracks.

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.

hate itChloe Moriondo

chloe moriondo – hate it (Official Video)

Chloe Moriondo, from Detroit, Michigan, is a popular creator with over 3 million subscribers who has been posting cover videos on YouTube since 2014.

This track portrays the complex emotions born from unrequited feelings for someone out of reach and the struggles of living, featuring an electro-pop sound and a strikingly heartfelt vocal delivery.

It’s a lead single from the upcoming album “oyster,” set for release on March 28, 2025, with contributions from accomplished producers like Afterhours and Chloe Kramer.

It’s a song that stays close to your heart when you’re facing loneliness, longing, or your own emotions.

Lost Your FaithAva Max

Ava Max – Lost Your Faith (Official Visualizer)

A weighty work themed around eternal love and faith, depicting a relationship in collapse, arrives from American singer-songwriter Ava Max.

After achieving a global breakthrough with her 2018 hit song “Sweet but Psycho,” she takes on pop rock for the first time with this release.

Sampling Leonard Cohen’s classic “Hallelujah,” she powerfully conveys the unraveling of trust with a loved one through her vocals.

Released in February 2025, the track was unveiled as the lead single from her third studio album, following Heaven & Hell and Diamonds & Dancefloors.

Singing about overcoming heartbreak and resolving to emerge stronger, this is a song to hear when you find yourself at a crossroads in life.