Billboard's 28 Best Songs of 2014: A Nostalgic Rewind

2014 was a year of undeniable musical diversity, a year that saw infectious grooves battling soaring anthems, and heartfelt ballads finding space alongside electrifying dance tracks. To celebrate this vibrant era, we're diving into the Billboard charts to revisit a selection of songs that perfectly captured the spirit of the time. This wasn't just about fleeting trends; these tracks showcased the songwriting prowess of artists at the peak of their powers, blending genres and captivating millions. From instantly recognizable hooks that still get stuck in your head to emotionally resonant lyrics that remain deeply relatable, these songs are a testament to the enduring power of great music.

This journey through 2014's Billboard hits offers a chance to rediscover some beloved classics and perhaps unearth hidden gems. Whether you were already a fan of the artists who dominated the airwaves that year or are new to their incredible work, you'll find a mix of styles and sounds that prove the timeless quality of music from this period. Prepare yourself for a captivating retrospective—a playlist that transcends trends and invites you to explore the unforgettable sounds of 2014. The infectious energy, heartfelt emotion, and undeniable talent on display will leave you wanting to hear more.

  • Uptown Funk
    1

    Uptown Funk

    Mark Ronson,Bruno Mars

    2014

    Uptown Special

  • Counting Stars
    2

    Counting Stars

    OneRepublic

    2013

    Native

  • Roar
    3

    Roar

    Katy Perry

    2013

    PRISM

  • Dark Horse
    4

    Dark Horse

    Katy Perry,Juicy J

    2013

    PRISM (Deluxe)

  • Let Her Go
    5

    Let Her Go

    Passenger

    2012

  • All of Me
    6

    All of Me

    John Legend

    2013

    Love In The Future (Expanded Edition)

  • Wake Me Up
    7

    Wake Me Up

    Avicii

    2013

    True

  • Somebody That I Used To Know
    8

    Somebody That I Used To Know

    Gotye,Kimbra

    2011

    Making Mirrors

  • Just Give Me a Reason
    9

    Just Give Me a Reason

    P!nk,Nate Ruess

    2013

    The Truth About Love

  • Gentleman
    10

    Gentleman

    PSY

    2013

  • Radioactive
    11

    Radioactive

    Imagine Dragons

    2013

  • Timber
    12

    Timber

    Kesha,Pitbull

    2013

    Global Warming: Meltdown (Deluxe Version)

  • When I Was Your Man
    13

    When I Was Your Man

    Bruno Mars

    2013

    Unorthodox Jukebox

  • Happy
    14

    Happy

    Pharrell Williams

    2013

    G I R L

  • Mirrors
    15

    Mirrors

    Justin Timberlake

    2013

    The 20/20 Experience (Deluxe Version)

  • Stay With Me
    16

    Stay With Me

    Sam Smith

    2014

    In The Lonely Hour

  • Wrecking Ball
    17

    Wrecking Ball

    Miley Cyrus

    2013

    Bangerz (Deluxe Version)

  • Fancy
    18

    Fancy

    Charli xcx,Iggy Azalea

    2014

    The New Classic (Deluxe Version)

  • The Fox
    19

    The Fox

    Ylvis

    2013

  • Stay
    20

    Stay

    Rihanna,Mikky Ekko

    2013

    Unapologetic (Edited Version)

  • Locked out of Heaven
    21

    Locked out of Heaven

    Bruno Mars

    2013

    Unorthodox Jukebox

  • Can't Hold Us
    22

    Can't Hold Us

    Ray Dalton,Macklemore & Ryan Lewis,Macklemore,Ryan Lewis

    2013

    The Heist

  • Royals
    23

    Royals

    Lorde

    2013

    Pure Heroine

  • The Monster
    24

    The Monster

    Eminem,Rihanna

    2013

  • Best Song Ever
    25

    Best Song Ever

    One Direction

    2013

    Midnight Memories (Deluxe)

  • Applause
    26

    Applause

    Lady Gaga

    2013

    ARTPOP

  • On Top Of The World
    27

    On Top Of The World

    Imagine Dragons

    2012

    Night Visions (Deluxe)

  • Love Somebody
    28

    Love Somebody

    Maroon 5

    2013