From outrageous international politics to crushing celebrity break-ups, 2016 has been quite the tumultuous year for anyone with a sense of humanity. But like any farmer or bluesman will tell you, steaming paddies sprout the greenest grass, and the music industry has flourished as more and more people drown out the impending sound of doomsday with synth and vocoders. However, not all synth is created equal and with 2017 mercifully approaching, we have compiled a list of the top ten songs we wish would disappear from the world’s collective memory and playlist.
Work – Rihanna ft. Drake
Once again, confusing looking busy with getting busy.
Closer – The Chainsmokers ft. Halsey
Despite their pleas, this is as close as we plan on getting to these three.
Panda – Desiigner
You should be ashamed
7 Days – Lukas Graham
Bravely sharing childhood trauma
Work From Home – Fifth Harmony Ft. Ty Dolla $ign
Violating safety codes
Love Yourself – Justin Bieber
The poster child for the women’s empowerment movement
Can’t Stop the Feeling – Justin Timberlake
There’s joke in here somewhere
This is What You Came for – Calvin Harris ft. Rihanna
No, but this song is why we left
I Took a Pill in Ibiza – Mike Posner
We took one, too, for the headache you caused
Don’t Let Me Down – The Chainsmokers ft. Daya
We’re not angry with you, just disappointed