Let’s get this straight: Everyone at Complex has taste.

Complex has officially unveiled its Best Songs of 2025, and the lineup is stacked with hits that defined the year. From chart-toppers to cult favorites, the list perfectly captures the soundtrack that followed us everywhere — from TikTok to long drives to random moments in the kitchen.

At the top of the list sits Justin Bieber’s “Yukon,” a track that honestly took a minute to grow on me, but once it clicked? It really clicked. Kehlani’s “Folded” remains one of those songs that I will unapologetically scream in the car or sing dramatically in the shower. Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s “Luther” has become my kid’s absolute favorite song, and Drake’s “NOKIA” is truly unavoidable — it’s been everywhere all year long.

This list feels incredibly true to what 2025 sounded like. These are the songs that lived in our playlists, our homes, our commutes, and our timelines.

Check out the full list below.

Ileyah

Ileyah is a mom, a writer and a musician. She loves late nights and gluten free snacks.