01-02-2025, 22:39
UK TOP 100 SUMMARY & REVIEW 31.01.25 #18
THE TOP TEN:
'The Door' slips to 10 as 'Bad Dreams' jumps up to nine. Tate McRae has a big debut at 8 with 'Sports Car' as 'GBP' rests above it with a sales climb. Central and Dave bagged the highest new entry with 'CRG' at 6; 'Sailor Song' is stuck at 5 and falling on sales, while 'The Days' by Chrystal is still climbing on sales at 4. 'That's So True' continues its high sales drop at 3, giving 'APT.' A second week above it at 2, but taking the number one as it has a 6,000+ sales jump and locking in for its second week there is 'Messy' by Lola Young.
NEW ENTrieS:
94. Wild Long Lie—Sam Fender (5/10)
This continues well for people who liked the first.
single 'People Watching,' but for me this isn't memorable; with its alternative rock and guitars, this still sounds like something that fails to go above, but at least it has the essence of Sam.
92. Say My Name—Morgan Seatree (7/10)
This was such an amazing remix of the Florence and the Machine song; it's not the most unique thing, but it's still an EDM song that screams good vibes. Surprised this only just entered the charts!
32. Fat Juicy & Wet—Sexyy Red/Bruno Mars (4/10)
This is the weirdest collab I've ever seen in my life, and I'm left speechless by it. I did not expect to see Bruno talking about how he likes his women. Fat, juicy, and wet—what even is this?! I'm convinced that this has ruined Bruno's song collection; this really sounds like rap crap, though, and anyone who says it's good is most likely glazing it for having Bruno on it. I'll be shocked if this has long-term charting potential. And also EWWWWW, THE LYRICS ARE GROSS!! I can't believe Bruno reached out to do this ?. If this really is on his next album, then it'll ruin it; it's like they tried to recreate 'WAP' with the harder trap kick in there to fire up the song and the claps between the vocals. I can also hear a hint of old-school production with short segments having a 2000s-like melody playing.
25. A Guy Called—Aitch (NOT RATED/10)
If Aitch was telling the truth, then this would be a decent diss track on Central Cee, but I really hate lies, and the fact that he's bringing unnecessary things like saying his ex looks like his cousin into a diss is really childish.
For those who don't know, in Central Cee's song 'GBP,' he made one line complaining about how Aitch got the Brit and not himself. Aitch then fired back with a whole diss track calling him racist despite Central collaborating with multiple artists from different races, and then Central gets called a liar who has "made himself off capping and lying" despite Aitch making this really poor track that showcases his career is failing. Give it a rest, bruv.
For that I am not rating this song; I refuse to rate anyone who gives others serious allegations that could ruin their lives more than a zero.
23. 4 × 4 - Travis Scott (4/10)
Previous listen:
Below standard, just like every other Travis song I've heard.
Added:
Yeah, rap crap again on my second listen. I can't believe someone rocks out to a guy who does autotuned moans at his concert; there's really nothing more to say about this.
14. Arm's Length—Sam Fender (8/10)
A great song from a set to be a great upcoming album! This sounds like so much care went into the indie song, and it showcases a much more laid-back side compared to 'People Watching.'
13. Truth In The Lies—Central Cee/Lil Durk (4/10)
Rap Cr*p, Central and Durk talk about the classic Rap Cr*p activities with a music video that has Kai Cenat in it. Kai Cenat also has a mention in another place of Cench's album. For those who don't know, Kai is a brainrot streamer... how childish can this get? They also can't change up their flow; it's painful to watch the same thing be spat out again for another song. This isn't Central. Cee, it's Central Pee; come back when you have some new content.
8. Sports Car—Tate McRae (9/10)
Tate McRae was mad not to make this the main single!! OH MY WORD, I AM IN SHOCK!! THIS IS EXCELLENT! The mysterious yet intense quality of the song was just layered perfectly, and Tate's vocal performance was out of this world! We haven't seen anything like this from McRae, and 'Sports Car' is a huge win!
6. CRG—Central Cee/Dave (4/10)
The two male rappers talk about the journey to success; I'm sure the next part will be about their downfall. What makes me laugh is that Cench is here talking about not rushing greatness when he's released three mediocre singles before his upcoming album that highly bore you of what's to come. This rap feels like Central and Dave's 2023 collaborations but somehow even more boring; there's no chemistry between these two; it just sounds like they got a simple loop that barely adds any substance. Not only is this nothing new and a complete waste of time, but it's also a terrible promotion to entice someone to listen to the full album.
RE-ENTRIES:
99. I Adore You—Hugel/Topic/Arash
[Such a vibe!]
NOTEABLE CHANGES:
Songs that fell over 10 spots:
100. Peggy—Ceechynaa (Down 18)
98. Ma Meillure Ennemie—Stromae/Pomme (Down 13)
88. BAILE INOLVIDABLE—Bad Bunny (Down 15)
84. Sticky—Tyler, The Creator (Down 13)
81. Oscar Winning Tears—RAYE (Down 11)
74. Real Man—Beabadoobee (Down 10)
73. Nuevayol—Bad Bunny (Down 15)
65. Hot To Go—Chappell Roan (Down 10)
62. Nights Like This—Kid Laroi (Down 10)
60. Close To You—Gracie Abrams (Down 11)
58. I Always Wanted A Brother—Braelyn Rankins/Theo Somolu (Down 13)
57. Constellations—Jade Lemac (Down 10)
55. I Love You, I'm Sorry—Gracie Abrams (Down 17)
54. What is this Feeling—Cynthia Erivo/Ariana Grande (Down 17)
52. TV Off—Kendrick Lamar/Lefty Gunplay (Down 10)
44. BMF—SZA (Down 14)
43. DTMF—Bad Bunny (Down 17)
42. Popular—Ariana Grande (Down 13)
41. Taste—Sabrina Carpenter (Down 10)
35. Do I Wanna Know—Hozier (Down 17)
21. Who—Jimin (Down 14)
Songs that climbed over 10 spots:
72. Craving 4 U—Bl3ss/Camrinwatson (Up 27)
49. 2 Hands—Tate McRae (Up 19)
37. It's OK. I'm OK—Tate McRae (Up 14)
BEST AND WORST:
New entries:
Best - Sports Car - Tate McRae
Worst—A Guy Called Aitch
The whole top 100:
BEST—The Door—Teddy Swims
WORST—Peggy—Ceechynaa
NEXT WEEK'S PREDICTIONS:
Entries and climbs for The Weeknd's new album and a lot of single mentions, which I went over in my New Music Friday write-up.
THE TOP TEN:
'The Door' slips to 10 as 'Bad Dreams' jumps up to nine. Tate McRae has a big debut at 8 with 'Sports Car' as 'GBP' rests above it with a sales climb. Central and Dave bagged the highest new entry with 'CRG' at 6; 'Sailor Song' is stuck at 5 and falling on sales, while 'The Days' by Chrystal is still climbing on sales at 4. 'That's So True' continues its high sales drop at 3, giving 'APT.' A second week above it at 2, but taking the number one as it has a 6,000+ sales jump and locking in for its second week there is 'Messy' by Lola Young.
NEW ENTrieS:
94. Wild Long Lie—Sam Fender (5/10)
This continues well for people who liked the first.
single 'People Watching,' but for me this isn't memorable; with its alternative rock and guitars, this still sounds like something that fails to go above, but at least it has the essence of Sam.
92. Say My Name—Morgan Seatree (7/10)
This was such an amazing remix of the Florence and the Machine song; it's not the most unique thing, but it's still an EDM song that screams good vibes. Surprised this only just entered the charts!
32. Fat Juicy & Wet—Sexyy Red/Bruno Mars (4/10)
This is the weirdest collab I've ever seen in my life, and I'm left speechless by it. I did not expect to see Bruno talking about how he likes his women. Fat, juicy, and wet—what even is this?! I'm convinced that this has ruined Bruno's song collection; this really sounds like rap crap, though, and anyone who says it's good is most likely glazing it for having Bruno on it. I'll be shocked if this has long-term charting potential. And also EWWWWW, THE LYRICS ARE GROSS!! I can't believe Bruno reached out to do this ?. If this really is on his next album, then it'll ruin it; it's like they tried to recreate 'WAP' with the harder trap kick in there to fire up the song and the claps between the vocals. I can also hear a hint of old-school production with short segments having a 2000s-like melody playing.
25. A Guy Called—Aitch (NOT RATED/10)
If Aitch was telling the truth, then this would be a decent diss track on Central Cee, but I really hate lies, and the fact that he's bringing unnecessary things like saying his ex looks like his cousin into a diss is really childish.
For those who don't know, in Central Cee's song 'GBP,' he made one line complaining about how Aitch got the Brit and not himself. Aitch then fired back with a whole diss track calling him racist despite Central collaborating with multiple artists from different races, and then Central gets called a liar who has "made himself off capping and lying" despite Aitch making this really poor track that showcases his career is failing. Give it a rest, bruv.
For that I am not rating this song; I refuse to rate anyone who gives others serious allegations that could ruin their lives more than a zero.
23. 4 × 4 - Travis Scott (4/10)
Previous listen:
Below standard, just like every other Travis song I've heard.
Added:
Yeah, rap crap again on my second listen. I can't believe someone rocks out to a guy who does autotuned moans at his concert; there's really nothing more to say about this.
14. Arm's Length—Sam Fender (8/10)
A great song from a set to be a great upcoming album! This sounds like so much care went into the indie song, and it showcases a much more laid-back side compared to 'People Watching.'
13. Truth In The Lies—Central Cee/Lil Durk (4/10)
Rap Cr*p, Central and Durk talk about the classic Rap Cr*p activities with a music video that has Kai Cenat in it. Kai Cenat also has a mention in another place of Cench's album. For those who don't know, Kai is a brainrot streamer... how childish can this get? They also can't change up their flow; it's painful to watch the same thing be spat out again for another song. This isn't Central. Cee, it's Central Pee; come back when you have some new content.
8. Sports Car—Tate McRae (9/10)
Tate McRae was mad not to make this the main single!! OH MY WORD, I AM IN SHOCK!! THIS IS EXCELLENT! The mysterious yet intense quality of the song was just layered perfectly, and Tate's vocal performance was out of this world! We haven't seen anything like this from McRae, and 'Sports Car' is a huge win!
6. CRG—Central Cee/Dave (4/10)
The two male rappers talk about the journey to success; I'm sure the next part will be about their downfall. What makes me laugh is that Cench is here talking about not rushing greatness when he's released three mediocre singles before his upcoming album that highly bore you of what's to come. This rap feels like Central and Dave's 2023 collaborations but somehow even more boring; there's no chemistry between these two; it just sounds like they got a simple loop that barely adds any substance. Not only is this nothing new and a complete waste of time, but it's also a terrible promotion to entice someone to listen to the full album.
RE-ENTRIES:
99. I Adore You—Hugel/Topic/Arash
[Such a vibe!]
NOTEABLE CHANGES:
Songs that fell over 10 spots:
100. Peggy—Ceechynaa (Down 18)
98. Ma Meillure Ennemie—Stromae/Pomme (Down 13)
88. BAILE INOLVIDABLE—Bad Bunny (Down 15)
84. Sticky—Tyler, The Creator (Down 13)
81. Oscar Winning Tears—RAYE (Down 11)
74. Real Man—Beabadoobee (Down 10)
73. Nuevayol—Bad Bunny (Down 15)
65. Hot To Go—Chappell Roan (Down 10)
62. Nights Like This—Kid Laroi (Down 10)
60. Close To You—Gracie Abrams (Down 11)
58. I Always Wanted A Brother—Braelyn Rankins/Theo Somolu (Down 13)
57. Constellations—Jade Lemac (Down 10)
55. I Love You, I'm Sorry—Gracie Abrams (Down 17)
54. What is this Feeling—Cynthia Erivo/Ariana Grande (Down 17)
52. TV Off—Kendrick Lamar/Lefty Gunplay (Down 10)
44. BMF—SZA (Down 14)
43. DTMF—Bad Bunny (Down 17)
42. Popular—Ariana Grande (Down 13)
41. Taste—Sabrina Carpenter (Down 10)
35. Do I Wanna Know—Hozier (Down 17)
21. Who—Jimin (Down 14)
Songs that climbed over 10 spots:
72. Craving 4 U—Bl3ss/Camrinwatson (Up 27)
49. 2 Hands—Tate McRae (Up 19)
37. It's OK. I'm OK—Tate McRae (Up 14)
BEST AND WORST:
New entries:
Best - Sports Car - Tate McRae
Worst—A Guy Called Aitch
The whole top 100:
BEST—The Door—Teddy Swims
WORST—Peggy—Ceechynaa
NEXT WEEK'S PREDICTIONS:
Entries and climbs for The Weeknd's new album and a lot of single mentions, which I went over in my New Music Friday write-up.
