Releasing a tune a little while before the summer months is an artist's best chance to have their song earn the title "song of the summer." Once a song owns the title, it becomes a paramount piece in music culture. Driving downtown, hanging out at the beach, and at every outdoor family function, this song is blasting out of your speakers.

In the summer of 1992, Sir Mix-A-Lot's "Baby Got Back" became the anthem of all the beach parties and 4th of July barbecues: its lyrics till this very day remain notable.

Song of Summer '16, "Cheerleader" by Omi was released in 2012 and didn't start gaining momentum until 2015. The summer song of 2017 is most likely already out there. Here is a list of possible contenders.

1. "Issues" by Julia Michaels

2. "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber

3. "Humble" by Kendrick Lamar

4. "Slide" by Calvin Harris ft. Frank Ocean & Migos

5. "Mask Off " by Future

6. "Sign Of The Times" by Harry Styles

7. "Passion Fruit" by Drake

8. "Something Just Like This" by The Chainsmokers & Coldplay

9. "Unforgettable" by French Montana ft. Swae Lee

10. "Shape Of You" by Ed Sheeran