By Casey Wiederhold

Picture this; it’s 2026 and you’re starting to create your playlist for the new year. You have monthly playlists and you want to curate the best one to capture the right vibe to bring into the year. 

In order to capture the right energy for 2026 take a look at 10 songs that just might become your next favorites.

10. “That’s Life” by Frank Sinatra
9. “I’ll Believe in Anything” by Wolf Parade
8. “Stay the Night (feat. Hayley Williams)” by Zedd
7. “I Just Might” by Bruno Mars
6. “House Tour” by Sabrina Carpenter
5. “SPAGHETTI (Member ver.)” by LE SSERAFIM
4. “Stateside (with Zara Larsson)” by PinkPantheress
3. “Everyone’s a Star!” by 5 Seconds of Summer
2. “Aperture” by Harry Styles
1. “Dream Boy” by Waterparks

Each of these songs bring their own different spin to 2026. Happy Listening!