District's Top 25 of 2020 (Finished)

[DistrictTwelve]

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hello everyone!

as people revealed their top songs of 2020, I was inspired to compile my favourite songs of this year as well.
this list is by no means revolutionary and the songs were chosen and ranked based on scrobbles but also personal preference.

due to this year's circumstances, I found myself able to participate in more Pulse activities, discovering a lot of songs through rankdowns & tourneys.
I am thankful for people who introduced me to songs that I know I'll be listening to for a long time.

along with my favourite 25 songs of the year, I will also reveal my top 5 albums of the year.

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{amigos}
willapted33 wrip Sambalada fearlessarrow Mylo13 💜 MoD walt91 Nick P @mirza @matthewlam

I will only tag at the start of every 5 reveals.
if anyone would like to be tagged/untagged, please let me know

I plan to get all of this out before the new year as well <3

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
25

FRANCHISE | Travis Scott f/ Young Thug & M.I.A.

scrobbles: 72

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I found this somewhat annoying when it came out lol, but I did keep coming back for M.I.A.'s part then I ended up liking the whole song.
I love how "in your face" the production is. I can play this on repeat for a while.

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{amigos}
willapted33 wrip Sambalada fearlessarrow Mylo13 💜 MoD walt91 Nick P @mirza @matthewlam woods

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
24

Buenos Aires | Nathy Peluso

scrobbles: 71

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one of the few songs on this list I discovered by myself lmao. while on the hunt for PAR songs, I stumbled upon Buenos Aires.
her voice works really well with the laid-back sound, and I enjoy the little obscurities in the production that elevate the song for me.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
23

The 1975 | If You're Too Shy (Let Me Know)

scrobbles: 36

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I think this was the first 1975 song that I fully enjoyed. 
the chorus is very catchy and that sax solo is so good! 
it holds such an upbeat energy throughout that I come back to the song whenever I need an energy boost.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
22

Love Me Land | Zara Larsson

scrobbles: 113

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bop. this would randomly play in my head whenever and it has a high replay value for me.
surpasses All The Time as my favourite song from her. 

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
21

Truer Than Ever | Yumi Zouma

scrobbles: 56

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this song, like its parent album, is easy-going and I can put this on whenever and not get tired of it.
favourite from the album. 

[DistrictTwelve]

albums
5

Truth or Consequences | Yumi Zouma

scrobbles: 188

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Highs: Truer Than Ever, Cool For A Second, Southwark, Lonely After

by far the least-known in the top 5 albums, I am thankful to have discovered this little gem of an album this year.
very smooth and consistent throughout. this would sound great on a drive with the top down and the wind.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
20

7 Summers | Morgan Wallen

scrobbles: 37

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one of my favourite country songs this year! I think I can sing the entire song in my head.
it sounds effortless, the storytelling is well done. 

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{amigos}
willapted33 wrip Sambalada fearlessarrow Mylo13 💜 MoD walt91 Nick P @mirza @matthewlam woods

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
19

Post Humorous | Gus Dapperton

scrobbles: 25

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although I've only recently discovered this song thanks to my good friend wrip , I know I'll be listening to this well into the next year.
I enjoy his voice over the beaming production, and I love how the bridge builds. will be checking out Orca soon.

[wrip]

so glad you like post humorous, and happy to have been able to introduce you to it! such a solid vibey song 👌

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
18

Rain On Me | Lady Gaga & Ariana Grande

scrobbles: 152

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basic bop moment.
one of my most scrobbled songs of the year, I find myself continuing to enjoy this and jamming out to it whenever.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
17

NIGHTRIDER | Arizona Zervas

scrobbles: 92

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I can't say I expected to have an Arizona Zervas song when I first heard him with Roxanne lol.
this should have been his smash hit, catchy af and if I'm driving at night this is a must-listen.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
16

Step Into My Life | Jessie Ware

scrobbles: 39

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a highlight WYP? track for me. makes you want to move every time it comes on.
I also love the music video for this.

[DistrictTwelve]

albums
4

Punisher | Phoebe Bridgers

scrobbles: 268

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Highs: Kyoto, Chinese Satellite, I Know The End, Savior Complex, Graceland Too

there's a certain feel, an etherealness on Punisher that I think is unique to it.
the album takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions but also in sound. the production varies from harsh to gentle.
I would argue with others that the album is actually quite dynamic and is captivating from start to finish.

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well, that's it for now! I'll get through some more tomorrow <3

[BB🌕]

Tag me please!

[sadchild]

Dec 29, 2020 21:55:18 GMT -5 DistrictTwelve said:

Truer Than Ever | Yumi Zouma

Just discovered her a few weeks ago with "Cool For A Second". Listening to this one now...

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
15

Caution | The Killers

scrobbles: 45

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Caution is so punchy and euphoric, it lifts my mood with every listen!
Recently got to check out the album as well and it was amazing.

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hello everyone, we'll get through some more reveals today 

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{amigos}
willapted33 wrip Sambalada fearlessarrow Mylo13 💜 MoD walt91 Nick P @mirza @matthewlam woods BB🌕 GP Adrian C. 🍓 ry4n

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
14

Good News | Mac Miller

scrobbles: 50

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in stark contrast to Caution lol, Good News shines with its airiness.
the simple melodies are so gorgeous, and you're taken to a different world in your mind for almost 6 minutes. beautiful.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
13

Midnight Sky | Miley Cyrus

scrobbles: 113

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her best song? probably up there with NBLAH for me.
on first listen it sounded like a classic, vivid production, soaring vocals.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
12

Aries | Gorillaz f/ Peter Hook & Georgia

scrobbles: 46

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I really enjoy the breezy sound on Aries! I like the laid-back chant chorus as well.
I can get lost in that beat.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
11

Watching You Walk Away | Stephen Puth

scrobbles: 159

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good vibes all around, and my third most scrobbled song of the year
it's just so carefree and happy (although the lyrics may suggest otherwise.)

[DistrictTwelve]

albums
3

What's Your Pleasure? | Jessie Ware

scrobbles: 323

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Highs: Spotlight, Soul Control, Step Into My Life, Ooh La La, Remember Where You Are

brb losing my shit to this album. 
I think every time I listen through I have a new favourite. dance vibes for days.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
10

My Rajneesh | Sufjan Stevens

scrobbles: 24

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this does not feel like 10 minutes. you are taken somewhere magical for the duration of this song.
I enjoy the chants, the percussion, everything, it all works so well.

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{amigos}
willapted33 wrip Sambalada fearlessarrow Mylo13 💜 MoD walt91 Nick P @mirza @matthewlam woods BB🌕 GP Adrian C. 🍓 ry4n

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
9

Spotlight | Jessie Ware

scrobbles: 71

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I love how this song progresses! elegant intro, vibrant outro.
my favourite part is when the strings come in at about the 3 minute mark, and then it goes into the bridge. pure bliss.
this is my current favourite from WYP?

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
8

Break My Heart | Dua Lipa

scrobbles: 165

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second most scrobbled song of 2020.
not my favourite single from FN, but it has a very low burnout rate for me and I come back to it a lot more than I thought I would.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
7

Easy | Troye Sivan

scrobbles: 97

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my favourite part is the instrumental bridge, gorgeous.
production is top notch, simple kick-snare along with the feathery effects on his vocals.

Take Yourself Home is a jam as well. barely missed my list.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
6

After Hours | The Weeknd

scrobbles: 95

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when it kicks in at 2 minutes after slowly building. a fucking jam.
I love the beat, and the 'crisps' in the background.

[DistrictTwelve]

albums
2

Future Nostalgia | Dua Lipa

scrobbles: 1,267

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Highs: Don't Start Now, Physical, Levitating, Love Again, Break My Heart, Future Nostalgia

while FN isn't my favourite as a whole album, I cannot ignore the very high highs on it.
the singles and their rollouts are perfect, DSN was the correct lead.

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
5

Physical | Dua Lipa

scrobbles: 291

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most scrobbled song of 2020.
the energy, the production, and that bridge! smashing combo. 

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sorry for the several tags today, but I will be finishing this out while I have the time. second last tag o.o

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{amigos}
willapted33 wrip Sambalada fearlessarrow Mylo13 💜 MoD walt91 Nick P @mirza @matthewlam woods BB🌕 GP Adrian C. 🍓 ry4n

[DistrictTwelve]

songs
4

the last great american dynasty | Taylor Swift

scrobbles: 116

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this was one of the first instant clicks on folklore for me.
relaxed yet evocative sounds, the lyricism is beautiful as well.