The Hot 10 for this week showcases a diverse array of musical talent across various genres. Let’s take a look!
Dropping to 10 this week is Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso,” Which makes me want her “Brown Sugar Shakin’ Espresso,” from Dunkin’ (not a sponsor,) The commercial for it featured a humorous campaign with Carpenter, reflecting her vibrant energy.
Coming down to 9 this week is Post Malone and Morgan Wallen with “I Had Some Help,” The song received positive reviews from music critics and achieved significant commercial success. It debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100, marking Malone’s sixth and Wallen’s second number one song. Notably, it became the first song to debut at number one on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the Hot Country Songs chart, maintaining the top spot on each for its first five weeks. The track also topped charts internationally, including in Australia, Canada, Ireland, and Norway.
Moving two notches to 8 is Gracie Abrams with “That’s So True,” It’s the lead single from the deluxe edition of her second studio album, The Secret of Us. The song delves into the complex emotions surrounding breakups and heartbreak, resonating with listeners through its raw and relatable lyrics.
Standing at 7 this week is Kendrick Lamar and SZA with “Luther,” Their tribute to the late soul singer Luther Vandross, the song blends contemporary R&B and hip-hop elements, featuring string sections alongside 808 beats and hi-hats. Lamar delivers a monotone narrative exploring a love story with a misunderstood woman, while SZA’s harmonized vocals provide the woman’s perspective during the choruses.
Down two this week to 6 is Teddy Swims’ “Lose Control,” We’re expecting the follow up to the album that’s off of in the next few weeks. Will that become the next number 1? Well, stay tuned!
Blackpink’s ROSÉ stays at number 5 with “APT.” In case you missed it earlier, the song has joined BTS’ “Dynamite” as the only songs by K-pop acts to reach the top five on Billboard’s Pop Airplay chart.
Jumping 20+ notches this week is the latest from Morgan Wallen, entitled “Smile,” While it did not have the success of “Love Somebody” when it first entered at number 1, this song comes in at 4 in our survey.
Billie Eilish keeps the three spot with “Birds of a Feather,” A notable aspect of “Birds of a Feather” is its creative process. Billie Eilish and her brother, Finneas, worked on an earlier version of the song in the back of an SUV in Brazil, showcasing their adaptability and dedication to their craft.
Shaboozey keeps the number two spot with “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” The Wall Street Journal highlighted its success, noting that the song has garnered nearly 1 billion Spotify streams and 3 million TikTok videos, earning five Grammy nominations. We’ll have to see how many he walks away with in a couple weeks.
Finally, for the second week at number one, it’s Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars with “Die with a Smile,” Musically, “Die with a Smile” leans towards soft rock, drawing comparisons to Gaga’s 2016 album Joanne, her 2018 hit “Shallow” from the A Star Is Born soundtrack, and Mars’ work with Anderson .Paak in Silk Sonic. The lyrics convey a profound longing to be with a loved one, emphasizing the urgency and depth of their love amidst uncertainty.
But how long does it last in the top spot? Come back Friday night at 8p to find out. Only on Hot Hits 95.3
