Top Music Picks of 2024: Best Songs and Albums

In 2024, the music scene was dominated by a high-profile feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, which revitalized the rap genre and led to some of Kendrick's most successful releases. The year also saw standout tracks across various genres, from PARTYNEXTDOOR's introspective "F a m i l y" to FKA Twigs' innovative "Eusexua." Pop music thrived with hits like Chappell Roan's "Good Luck, Babe!" and Sabrina Carpenter's nu-disco smash. The year-end list highlights the diverse and impactful music that defined 2024.