Top 10 Most Loved Western Songs of 2022

Joji, whose real name is George Miller, was born on September 18, 1992, in Osaka, Japan. In contrast to his melancholic, serious music persona, Joji was once known as a meme legend and the mastermind behind two of YouTube's most iconic comedic characters, Pink Guy and Filthy Frank, from 2011 to 2017. He is also credited with creating the viral Harlem Shake phenomenon.

With 'Die For You,' Joji transcends the dreary, bedroom-produced sadness to explore deeper, more personal pain, delivering a distinctively self-conscious pop sound. The song is a gentle, introspective journey from its haunting lyrics to its soothing vocals. 'Die For You' feels like a small, intimate story, offering comfort to listeners with its incredible emotional depth, a rare talent that few artists can achieve. As part of his album, 'Die For You' shares a similar slow, wistful tone to 'Glimpse Of Us,' with lyrics that narrate the sorrow of someone who, after breaking up with their partner, remains immersed in the pain of an unresolved relationship. It conveys a heartfelt plea for their ex to find happiness, even without him, while expressing the enduring love he still feels, encapsulated in the line 'I'd still die for you.' Listening to this track is truly heartbreaking and profoundly moving.

Left And Right is the first single from Charlie Puth's collaboration with Jungkook of BTS, featured on Charlie Puth's upcoming album. The track has officially been released on digital music platforms, and the music video was recently uploaded to Charlie Puth's personal YouTube channel. Prior to this, Charlie Puth teased a snippet of the song on TikTok, promising that if it reached 500,000 pre-orders, the music video would drop on June 24. After its release, Left And Right quickly climbed to the No. 2 spot on the iTunes US charts and topped the Bugs charts in South Korea. The song is expected to continue performing strongly on upcoming music charts.

The original version of the song, released four months prior, featured only Charlie Puth's vocals. Available in both digital format and a limited edition CD single, the duet marks the second collaboration between Charlie Puth and Jungkook. A lively pop track, Left And Right explores both singers' memories of a past relationship and their reflections on what it has become. The accompanying music video shows Charlie Puth daydreaming as he visits a therapist's office, known as The Love Doctor, where he shares his thoughts through the lyrics. Jungkook appears throughout the video, both solo and alongside Charlie Puth, including moments in the therapist's office and singing back-and-forth in a white room. The video blends playful scenes of the duo with close-up shots of their faces and mouths as they sing.

The track that caught the attention of many critics is Glimpse Of Us by Joji. Debuting at No. 10, it marked Joji's first entry into the Hot 100's top tier. The song was driven by strong streaming numbers, amassing 18.3 million streams in its first week, pushing it to No. 6 on the streaming chart and securing Joji a spot in the Top 10 of the Hot 100.

Before this, Joji had made three appearances on the Hot 100 with 'Sanctuary' (No. 80 in June 2019), 'Slow Dancing In the Dark' (No. 69 in November 2019), and 'Run' (No. 68 in February 2020). Interestingly, Joji also helped another artist reach No. 1 on the Hot 100 for five consecutive weeks in 2013 when he sparked the viral Harlem Shake trend by Baauer. Beyond the U.S., Glimpse Of Us made a significant impact worldwide, topping charts in Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Singapore, while breaking the Top 10 in Canada, Indonesia, Ireland, Norway, the Philippines, and Vietnam. This ballad marks Joji's return since his second album 'Nectar' in 2020. The song was released through 88rising and Warner on June 10, 2022, with Joji co-writing the track alongside Joel Castillo, Alexis Kesselman, Riley McDonough, and producer Connor McDonough.

In November 2021, Charlie Puth teased a new single for 2022 by posting a comment on Twitter. He shared a snippet of the song Light Switch along with details about the upcoming release, and throughout the rest of 2021, Puth continued to preview the track in various TikTok videos. On October 26, 2021, he revealed the release date and cover art for 'Light Switch' across his social media accounts.

Light Switch is a single by American singer-songwriter Charlie Puth. Released on January 20, 2022, it served as the lead single for his upcoming third studio album 'Charlie' (2022). Puth produced the song and co-wrote the lyrics with Jacob Kasher Hindlin and Jake Torrey. With its upbeat, vibrant energy, the track features lyrics where Puth tries to win back his love. Despite some teasing on his TikTok account, likely due to the song's lyrics, it quickly gained traction. 'Light Switch' topped the charts in Singapore and made the Top 10 in Malaysia and Vietnam. The track also placed in the Top 40 in Canada, Ireland, Lithuania, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, and the UK. On the Billboard Hot 100, the song reached No. 28.

I Don’t Think That I Like Her by Charlie Puth was released on September 16, 2022. The track marks the end of a failed relationship, where the singer reflects on the emotional journey and comes to the realization that he and the girl were never truly compatible. This song is the 11th track out of the 15 songs Charlie plans to release. He explained that he had wanted to release it much earlier, but had not found the right project until the album that carries his name came along, giving him the perfect opportunity to tell the story of his past. As with many songs about heartbreak, the singer channels his emotions into his work.

Along with writing the song, Charlie Puth also took on the role of producer for this track. He has stated that this is his best song to date and that the songs on this album, when listened to together, form a narrative of his personal experiences. While much of the story is tinged with sadness, it is precisely these experiences that have shaped this incredible album. On his personal TikTok channel, Charlie shared an in-depth look at the year-and-a-half-long process of creating I Don’t Think That I Like Her, hoping to give fans a deeper understanding of the emotional journey behind the song. The track starts with a soothing piano melody that gradually picks up the pace and becomes more rhythmic in the chorus. The song touches on two types of breakups: a romantic relationship ending amicably and a business partnership coming to an end. While the two situations seem unrelated, Charlie finds them strikingly similar in terms of the emotional aftermath.

If you're an avid TikTok user, you’ve probably come across countless videos using the soft, soulful tune of Old Love as their background music. This song, co-written, composed, and performed by Yuji and Putri Dahlia, was released on July 31, 2022. Its gentle melody, paired with simple yet heartfelt lyrics, feels like a conversation between lovers. The song quickly gained popularity, and as of now, over 96.8K TikTok videos have featured it as their background track.

Critics have praised the song as both exceptional and distinctive, marking a significant transformation for Yuji and Putri Dahlia into more mature musical territory. The soothing melody of Old Love has the power to transport listeners, helping them forget the stresses of daily life. Despite its tender lyrics, the song is made even more captivating by the powerful vocal contrast between the male and female voices, leaving listeners lost in the music long after it ends.

Singer-songwriter Dazy lends his voice to Nicky Youre in the track Sunroof. After its release on November 26, 2021, the song quickly became a viral sensation on TikTok, propelling it onto the Hot 100 charts. Nicky, who had previously worked in Tech Sales, left his job to pursue his music dream. Sunroof is the perfect song to shake off your worries and embrace a fresh start, a new week, and new experiences.

Christopher, a young and talented singer from Denmark, has earned recognition with hits like Told You So and CPH Girls. He has received multiple music awards in his home country. On the other hand, Chung Ha gained public attention early on in her solo career, known for her unique style and exceptional stage presence, making her one of South Korea's most beloved solo artists.

The song When I Get Old, a collaboration between Christopher and Chung Ha, was released on October 20, 2022. Their partnership brought forth a beautiful and poignant track. The lyrics reflect on the fleeting nature of time, imagining the moments they’ll cherish when they grow old. It reminds listeners to value the memories of their youth, as time passes by in the blink of an eye. With its emotional depth, When I Get Old reached the top spot on the European and American music charts.

GAYLE, born on July 8, 2004, is an American singer, songwriter, and TikToker. She began her music career independently, releasing songs like z and orange peel before catching the attention of Atlantic Records. Her debut single abcdefu was released under the label, marking a significant milestone in her career.

With its catchy melody, GAYLE's abcdefu quickly became a viral hit on TikTok and dominated music charts worldwide. The 17-year-old singer-songwriter has been hailed as a rising Gen Z star. If you're a TikTok user, you've likely heard the song as it continues to make waves. It currently ranks among the most-played songs on Spotify, sitting comfortably in the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100. The track is inspired by GAYLE's personal experience of discovering that her ex-boyfriend was bad-mouthing her despite her efforts to be kind to him. With its memorable lyrics and addictive pop-punk vibe, abcdefu has quickly won the hearts of listeners.

Charlie Puth, born December 2, 1991, in Rumson, New Jersey, USA, grew up with a real passion for music. His father was a real estate agent, and his mother, a music teacher of Jewish descent, helped him develop his natural talent. Blessed with perfect pitch, Charlie could identify musical notes by ear and play back tunes without sheet music.

On October 7, 2022, Charlie Puth released his fourth studio album, titled Charlie, and with it, a gift to fans: the music video for Loser, track seven on the 12-song album. Set in the Wild West, the video portrays dramatic cowboy battles over love. Charlie, being the artist he is, clearly understands the depth of the story he's telling, delivering an intense showdown for the love of a woman. The song Loser came to life from a simple thought Charlie had in the bathroom — reflecting on how he had messed up with someone. Feeling like a failure, he thought he had lost her for good. In LA, where he meets many people, he often feels like he's failing. Then, the phrase 'how did I lose her?' came to him and just fell into a perfect rhyme, like a children's nursery rhyme.