(Note: Songs were considered eligible for this list if they were either released in 2016 or peaked on the Hot 100 during that time - unless they already appeared on our 2015 list.)Īfter decades of men singing to women they know 'want it' on the dance floor, Meghan Trainor hits the club and K.O.'s the entitled male ego with one simple word: 'No.' This song is what happens between 'Dear Future Husband' and actually finding that husband - you shut down a lot of bull. Here are the 100 pop songs that pulled us closer in 2016.

Soundtracking a period of seemingly limitless real-world disagreement and strife, these artists big and small provided us with rare moments of much-needed unity, ones we all would've actually wanted to freeze time on. But even with so many established huge names taking up space on the marquee, what really made the last twelve months in pop special was how they also found room for the lesser-known little guys a Desiigner for every Drake, a Kiiara for every Kanye. It’s really impressive.Pop music's best wasted no time getting into formation this year, with major releases from a galaxy of our brightest stars cluttering the calendar's opening months. Gallant has one of the best voices of any upcoming and new artist and if you need any more proof, check out the video of his band and him practicing “Jupiter” for his upcoming tour with Zhu. It builds by adding more and more just as Gallant’s voice climbs up to its highest falsetto. “Ology” gives us an updated and extended version of the song “Jupiter Greyscale” from the “Zebra” EP, but this time simply called “Jupiter.” This is the climax of the album. Lazy synths permeate the background and Gallant’s sultry voice floats over every lyric. Later we get “Miyazaki,” a laidback, sexy lounge song. Its funky bass drives the tune as the rest of the group adds to the retro vibe.

The album continues on and we get “Episode,” the 80’s style slow dance. “Bone + Tissue,” “Counting” and “Percogesic” are some of the other more lyrically deep songs of “Ology.” “With burns on the back of my palms/Will I regret my cause? Or revel in my thoughts?/I’m caught in the winds of remorse,” he questions as he reaches the chorus. “Shotgun” also shows off his deep, poetic lyrics. It has an orchestral basis with a beautiful piano and striking brass. “Talking to Myself” effortlessly flows into “Shotgun.” This is one of his more toned down songs, which isn’t saying much. It’s one of my favorite songs on the album and really sets a high bar, which he definitely hits. “Earthbound and scatter-brained/Can I thrive on pocket change?/I’ve been talking to myself lately, ooh,” he sings over the bulging background. Striking drums, screaming saxophones and swooshing synths build this eclectic song. Starting out the album, “Talking to Myself” brings a powerful beginning. His impressive falsetto and sultry sound add power and emotion to each song. However, it’s Gallant’s voice that is the glue that holds the album together. “Ology” has many tones, from the 80’s dance-pop and disco of “Episode,” to the wobbly modern synths of “Open Up,” so it may be exhausting trying to find a melding element between some of the songs. From somber to sexy, this is one of the strongest albums of the year so far. In this album, Gallant’s voice takes you on a journey through his deepest insecurities. 0 Shares Gallant recently released his debut album, “Ology.” Photo courtesy of .Īre you one of the many people fed up with Frank Ocean and the fact that he hasn’t released his new album yet? Well, Gallant just released his first full-length album, “Ology,” which is sure to hold you over till Ocean finally releases his.Īlthough Gallant’s sound is reminiscent of Ocean’s, “Ology” proves that he is an entirely different animal.

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