With summer approaching we can only anticipate the songs we will one day associate with this summer.
It seems that every summer has at least one particular song that forever triggers all the memories of the season.
For instance, for me, 2008 was overtaken by “Katy Perry mania.” It seemed every station was blaring “I Kissed A Girl” -- sometimes all at once.
As for 2007, I think everyone can remember walking into a bar, store, or summer party singing along with Rihanna’s “Umbrella.”
As sick as we all probably got of those songs by the time August rolled around, they now bring me to a nostalgic state every time I hear them.
Naturally, that makes me wonder as we coast into summer, what songs will always remind me of summer 2009.
I think everyone can agree that the Black Eyed Peas’ song “Boom Boom Pow” could be a contender. It’s taken over the radio, just like a true summer hit.
The upbeat tempo and catchy lyrics defiantly create an appropriate summer vibe, but I wonder if it is reaching maturity a little too early for true summer song superiority. We will see if it can withstand the next three months.
On the other hand, I think the 3 OH! 3 ditty, “Don’t Trust Me” is a contender for top summer song for the way it mixes rap with some electronic beats (which seems to be becoming more and more popular).
Its appeal to a large audience really could eventually make it 2009’s No. 1 Summer Song.
It’s hard not to listen to it and not dance in your car (for me at least).
A personal favorite of mine and a song I believe is defiantly a front runner is Madcon’s “Beggin’.”
Its smooth sound makes it undeniable fun to listen to. If I had the only vote, I would definitely pick “Beggin’” as 2009’s hottest summer hit!
Of course, Britney’s back, and I don’t think we can ignore her potential for providing a big summer hit.
So far, “Womanizer,” “Circus,” and “If You Seek Amy” have all proven to be hits. I’m not sure if one of those will be a summer sensation or if it will be another Britney track, but I do know that she can’t be ignored.
It’s not officially summer so we can’t tell what will happen musically, but I am definitely excited to hear how it all plays out.
Whether or not my predictions are off beat, I can promise you all that a summer hit is on the way. So turn your radio up, roll down the windows, and embrace the music of summer.
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