There is no denying that hot girl summer is well underway, with the return of Queen B and Drake dropping a surprise dance album. Whether you’re on the hunt for your next big hype tune or need some sonic relatability this summer, we’ve got you covered! Here are all of June’s top releases that we currently have on repeat;
Beyoncé – Break My Soul
There’s no better time to channel Beyoncé than summer, as everything from her confidence to her attitude is an inspiration. So, we were thrilled to see Bey is back! ‘Break My Soul’ is filled with affirmations, dance rhythms, and a classic 90s dance sample of ‘Show me Love’ by Robyn S. If you need a pick me up or are dealing with heartbreak this summer, this is the song for you!
Princess Nokia – Diva
You can’t truly thrive in hot girl summer unless you uplift and empower the women around you. And, it is just as important to appreciate all the incredible women who paved the way for us. With this track, Princess Nokia celebrates all the divas who came before her, from Shakira and Beyoncé to Whitney and Aaliyah. Pair this uplifting message with the triumphant soundscape of ‘Diva,’ and you have one of the most empowering tracks of summer 2022.
Drake – Honestly, Nevermind
We were taken by surprise on June 17th, as Drake dropped an album with no announcement. But, to surprise us even more, this is no usual Drake album. Instead, Drake has embodied the dance genre and incorporated it within his usual flow, creating a perfect summer style. He took the world by storm in the summer of 2016; can he do it again?
Flo Milli – Conceited
Delivering bags of personality, sass, and confidence this summer is the fabulous Flo Milli. From just one play of this track, we were already feeling ourselves! Flo has delivered a stellar flow, beat, and meaning with ‘Conceited.’ We will be sure to keep this on our radar for any moments of self-doubt.
Lil Nas X, YoungBoy Never Broke Again – Late To Da Party
Bringing us all the good vibes this month are Lil Nas X and NBA Youngboy, as they dropped a slick-produced Hip hop track that encapsulates the modern rap style. Many say this is a collaboration no one would have seen coming, but we love it!
DellaXOZ – i want, doesn’t get
If you’re in need of some relatability that still delivers positive, uplifting summer vibes, DellaXOZ has just given you the perfect track. Complete with lyrics honing on moving on from a relationship, this song is great for anyone focussing on having a healing girl summer!
Jada Kingdom – Fling It Back
You can’t go wrong with a good summer dancehall beat, and Jada Kingdom certainly understood the assignment. This is one for the girls ready to dance the hot nights away without a care in the world.
Chlöe – Surprise
Chlöe gave us our supply of divine feminine energy on June 17th with her latest single, ‘Surprise.’ Showing us her cheeky side with suggestive lyrics, it’s safe to say Chlöe’s solo endeavours are set to be memorable and definitive.
Lila Iké – Wanted
Reggae is a genre that can impact your mood in such a dynamic way, and it is even more prevalent when it’s summer. Lila Iké delivered a reggae dream earlier this month, complete with heavenly vocals, infectious rhythms, and meandering melodies.
FKA twigs – Killer
If hard-hitting beats aren’t your vibe, FKA twigs’ latest single is calm whilst still encapsulating the summer sound. This is a much more pop-sounding track for twigs, and we are excited to see if she will dabble further within the genre.
Saucy Santana, Latto – Booty
Summer is for fun, and this track delivers just that, courtesy of Saucy Santana and Latto. From an iconic sampling of Beyoncé’s ‘Crazy In Love’ to tongue n cheek lyrics surrounding self-love, this song is inevitably fun and infectious.
Aitch, Bakar – In Disguise
Giving us 2010’s British rap realness this month is Aitch and Bakar, with cheeky lyrics and guitar motifs that inject unmistakable energy into this track. One thing is for sure; we will be pressing our replay button on this one!
Words By Nadia Clasper
Header Image: FKA Twigs
