It may still be January, but that doesn't mean that there have not already been some amazing music releases for this year. Why shouldn't the turn of the year be a good time to find new music? New year, new you, right? Update that workout playlist you need to stay motivated, and have more fun doing it, because now you can brag to your friends about finding this stuff first.
Without further ado, here's the songs you should make a point to listen to before we get too far in to 2017.
1. "Shape of You," Ed Sheeran
You've probably already heard this song on the radio, and there's good reason why--it's catchy as heck. It's an early release single to go with his upcoming album, and came out with another, less catchy, but still stellar track, "Castle on the Hill."
2. "Quit You," Lost Kings feat. Tinashe
Another new groove with a hot beat and easy to relate to lyrics. If you can say you've never been stuck on someone for a little too long, healthy or no, you're probably lying. Lost Kings and Tinashe capture that feeling pretty purely.
3. "Don't Speak for Me (True)," Andrew McMahon and the Wilderness
A breakup song that will actually make you remember to grow from the experience--not dissimilar to "Changing of the Seasons" by Two Door Cinema Club. However, this track will probably feel appropriate sooner into any sadness than Two Door Cinema Club's can.
4. "I'm Betta," Bell Biv DeVoe
A heavy beat and some strong lyrics to remind you that you can do better, or, rather, betta. Probably not the best choice for a homework session, but still something worth listening to if you need a reminder to take the high road.
5. "Wild Horses (Attom Remix)," Bishop Briggs
While "Wild Horses" came out in 2016, this remix just made it out, and might just change the song forever. It pulls the beat up, and speeds up the chorus just enough. Trust me, this is a new driving song for those late nights and early morning commutes.
6. "What Good is Saturday," Train
A solid standby band for most, with quality throwbacks, Train makes a shift with this vaguely party-atmosphere track. It sounds more like hanging out with friends than most other songs with "Saturday" in the title, but still stands.
7. "Stuck in the Middle," SiDizen King
An easy to sing-along-to chorus and a rap just slow enough to follow make this song gold. There's enough story to make you listen, and the chorus makes it even more fun.
Bonus: "Be The 1," Ricky Reed
Ricky Reed, of Wallpaper. fame and Twenty One Pilots Producer, released a more sentimental tune than normal this year--and it's worth singing to someone you're into. It's on Spotify, and is worth looking up. Not to mention, some of the music he's pulled off as Wallpaper.
