Which song lyrics from 2025 most moved our NPR Music critics?

After a few years away, Justin Bieber made a strong return in 2025 with “Daisies,” a breezy, guitar-leaning single from his ...

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NPR Music critics reflect on the lyrics that captured the year's mood, sparked emotions and stayed with them long after the music stopped.

The year 2025 was a pretty incredible one in country music. Both new artists and established ones found themselves at the top of the charts. We picked four of the best country songs that came out in ...

The absolute best songs of 2025 include "Manchild" by Sabrina Carpenter, "Metal" by The Beths, and "Chains of Love" by Charli ...

Try this fun 2025 lyrics quiz and finish lines from the year’s biggest songs. Score your results with percentage feedback.

Here is a look back at the songs that shaped 2025, not ranked, just remembered. This song felt like stepping into sunlight ...

Apple today released its 2025 Apple Music year-end charts, highlighting new global listening trends, expanded analytics, and several unexpected chart-topping performances across streaming, radio, ...

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