Top 10 Songs of July 2024 (You Need To Hear)

Last month was full of surprises, and the Top 10 Songs of July 2024 chart proves it.

From established names to underground discoveries, user-submitted tracks competed fiercely on streaming platforms, radio stations, and music blogs.

Whether you’re into introspective lyrics, experimental soundscapes, or straight-up bangers, the July chart is for you.

Top 10 Songs of July 2024

1. Grace Watkins – Mama, I Made It

2. Royel Otis – Foam (Sam Alfred Remix)

3. GUM – Powertrippn’

4. Angélica Garcia – Paloma

5. Shygirl – encore

6. Passenger 10 – Through Autistic Eyes

7. FEVER 333 – HIGHER POWER

8. Pixey – Bring Back The Beat

9. Jay Prince – Be There

10. Ferreck Dawn – Friends Around (Set It Off)

Where The Top Songs Came From

Apple Music reached the top for the first time with “Mama, I Made It” a country song by Lauren Watkins, which offers a refreshing twist on the typical post-breakup homecoming and showcases Watkins’ ability to mix humor with pain.

At #2 in the Top 10 Songs of July 2024 chart, Spotify brought us Sam Alfred’s latest remix of Royel Otis’ “Foam”‘ Known for his signature house and techno sound, reminiscent of the ’90s, Sam adds his unique touch to the track.

For the first time on the podium we had a user-submitted song by GUM and his “Powertrippn`‘”, a song which stands out for its lyrical depth and musical richness.

At #4 in the Top 10 Songs of July 2024 KEXP introduced us to “Paloma” by Angélica Garcia, a latin song described by the artist as a cosmic and ever-present message of love.

On Stereogum, we discovered “Encore” by Shygirl. This song, featuring Danny L Harle, comes with a music video directed by Ferina that is worth watching.

Passenger 10’ “Through Autistic Eyes” reached the sixth spot, courtesy of Nora En Pure. This song aims to offer a glimpse into the sensory experiences of an individual with autism.

Kink FM, the Dutch radio station dedicated to alternative music, served up the pop anthem “Bring Back The Beat” by Pixey. Written and produced in collaboration with Jungle’s Tom McFarland, the track acts as an ode to Pixey’s sample-led roots, harking back to a vintage sound in a fresh way.

DMY, the music company with the mission to help artists make a sustainable income from their music, made us discover at #9 “Be There” by Jay Prince who has earned a reputation as one of the most creative artists of his time thanks to his collaborations with Tyler The Creator, Paul Epworth and Mura Masa.

Closing the Top 10 Songs of July 2024 chart, we had another user-submitted track: “Friends Around (Set It Off)” by Ferreck Dawn and GUZ, two Dutch powerhouses who teamed up for this track on Defected Records.

Final Thoughts and Special Thanks

July’s chart showed once again how unpredictable and exciting music discovery can be, with users and curators both helping surface powerful tracks across genres. From a country anthem at the top to bold electronic productions closing the list, every song earned its place.

A big thank you to everyone who submitted or voted for tracks, your input shaped this month’s selection and spotlighted some truly memorable songs.

While we don’t represent any of the artists or brands mentioned, we’re grateful to the platforms and communities that led us to these discoveries. Our goal is simply to highlight great music and give credit where it’s due.

If you would like to discover more underground music, don’t miss the Top 10 Songs of June 2024.