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

Agora HillsDoja Cat

Doja Cat – Agora Hills (Official Video)

“Agora Hills” is a song by Doja Cat, a female rapper based in Los Angeles, USA.

It appears on her 2023 album Scarlet, which climbed high on the Billboard charts, and was released as the album’s second single.

The track has drawn attention by reaching the top 10 on hip-hop and R&B charts in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Its lyrics, which openly and provocatively express love for the other person, are also striking.

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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.

AzizamEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Azizam (Pink Heart Video)

Ed Sheeran, one of the world’s best-selling singer-songwriters, released an ambitious work in April 2025 that fuses Persian music with pop.

Blending refined melodic lines with the resonant tones of traditional Persian instruments like the daf and santur, the piece conveys the universality of music that transcends cultural boundaries.

Co-produced with Ilya Salmanzadeh, the track also features Iranian pop stars Arash and Andy on backing vocals.

On March 15, 2025, a surprise street performance in New Orleans’ French Quarter drew intense attention from music fans around the globe.

Filled with respect and affection for a different culture, it’s a heartwarming song that we highly recommend to anyone seeking a fresh musical discovery.

Kiss The SkyG-Eazy

G-Eazy – Kiss The Sky (Audio)

An ambitious work by American artist G-Eazy that portrays ambition and the hunger for success on a grand scale.

While rooted in a traditional hip-hop style, it features Cage the Elephant’s Matt Shultz and achieves a fusion with alternative rock.

Included on the album “Freak Show,” this track is packed with a strong will toward self-actualization and a passion for pushing beyond limits.

Released in February 2025, it has drawn attention as a further evolution following the studio albums “When It’s Dark Out” and “The Beautiful & Damned.” Recorded in a Los Angeles studio and produced by Rodaidh McDonald and Western Weiss, it’s a recommended listen for those pursuing self-expression or exploring new musical possibilities.

TweakerGELO

GELO – Tweaker (Official Video)

In February 2025, a new track by American rapper Zelo—who’s been blowing up on TikTok—has captured attention as an undeniable banger.

With the unique background of having transitioned from a basketball player, Zelo has clearly made a full-fledged entry into the music scene with this song.

Set over a bouncy track heavily influenced by Southern hip-hop, the song showcases Zelo’s distinctive flow.

The lyrics, which celebrate a lavish lifestyle and hunger for success, seem to reflect his life story itself.

He’s also achieved the remarkable feat of debuting at No.

29 on the Billboard Hot 100, signaling a strong start to his music career.

It’s a must-listen not only for basketball fans, but also for anyone nostalgic for the hip-hop sound of the late ’90s to early 2000s.

RelationshipsHaim

HAIM – Relationships (Official Video)

An ambitious new release from HAIM, the California-born sister trio, and their first in seven years, capturing the subtle nuances of human relationships hidden in everyday life.

Their refined sound—an artful fusion of ’70s classic rock and ’90s R&B—remains firmly intact.

This work portrays the emotional turbulence of falling in love, with the band’s hallmark delicate vocal harmonies sinking deep into the heart.

The music video features Drew Starkey, known from the Netflix series Outer Banks, delivering a striking depiction of young romance.

A piece that reveals a new side of this powerhouse band—once nominated for the Grammy Award for Best New Artist—and they’re slated to return to Japan for the first time in 12 years at Fuji Rock in July 2025.

A must-listen for anyone grappling with the ambiguities of love.

Run It UpHanumankind

Hanumankind – Run It Up ( Prod. By Kalmi ) | (Official Music Video)

Hanumankind, a young rapper taking flight from India to the world.

Born in Kerala, raised in Houston, and now based in Bengaluru, he’s rapidly expanding his reach.

In July 2024, he broke out globally with the single “Big Dawgs,” co-produced with Karan Kanchan (Karmic?), dominating charts worldwide, including reaching No.

7 on Spotify’s Global Top 50.

The track was also featured in Arsenal FC’s pre-season video, drawing even more attention.

Blending the Southern U.S.

hip-hop style with traditional Indian elements in his own unique way, the song stands out with an exhilarating beat and powerful rap delivery.

The must-see music video features Kalaripayattu, India’s traditional martial art.

It’s a track highly recommended for listeners seeking energetic grooves.