Still being amidst the Coronavirus pandemic, 2021 maintained the social uncertainties of large gatherings and entertainment events. Fortunately, with the release of the Covid vaccines, processes were put in place to allow for some festivals to take place late in the year, as well as the return of live music. It was a joyful moment to see artists perform live again, especially those who had released new music during the year. A lot of great music was released in 2021 and helped soundtrack the highs and lows throughout the year. Here’s our list of the top 21 songs of 2021:
21 Lucy Dacus – “VBS”
20 Wet Leg – “Chaise Lounge”
19 ElyOtto – “Sugarcrash!”
18 Bastille – “Distorted Light Beam”
17 Little Simz – “Introvert”
16 girl in red – “Seratonin”
15 Genesis Owusu – Same Thing
14 The War on Drugs – “I Don’t Live Here Anymore”
![The War On Drugs - I Don't Live Here Anymore (feat. Lucius) [Official Music Video]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MVh6XTwWhMY/0.jpg)
13 Snail Mail – “Valentine”
12 Magdalena Bay – “Secrets (Your Fire)”
11 Caroline Polachek – “Bunny Is a Rider”
10 Billie Eilish – “Happier Than Ever”
9 Dayglow – “Close to You”
8 The Linda Lindas – “Oh!”
7 PinkPantheress – “Just for Me”
6 The Marias – “Hush”
5 Griff – “One Night”
4 Tyler, the Creator – “Lumberjack”
3 Olivia Rodrigo – “Driver’s License”
2 Japanese Breakfast – “Be Sweet”
1 Wolf Alice – “Smile”
