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Song Of Summer, Round 2: Meet Seven New Contenders

Summer 2012 is in full swing (we won’t dare say it’s almost over), which means the Song of the Summer competition is heating up. Some favorites that were aiming for the revered title have since dropped off the map (So long, fun.!) and a few latecomers are quickly making up for lost time (like Marina and the Diamonds’ “Primadonna,” above.)

Love them or hate them, these contenders for Song of Summer will stick with you for the rest of your life—so let your hair down and crank the AC, cuz we’re gonna serve, and work and turn, and hun-hun-hunny.

Click through to meet the new Song of Summer contenders

 

http://youtu.be/t5qURKt4maw

Loreen, “Euphoria”

You can always count on the Swedes to get your groove thang in gear: Newcomer Loreen burst onto the scene recently with a track that’s been setting European dance floors on fire and empowering every drunk, gay man with access to Spotify. We don’t know much about the elusive dance queen/producer, but we’re almost positive she’s making Deborah Cox cry.

 

http://youtu.be/uuwfgXD8qV8

 

Katy Perry, “Part of Me”

 

Katy Perry’s sleeper hit may not be brand new, but her divine new documentary, Katy Perry: Part of Me 3D sure didn’t hurt this single’s sales. Dominating the “self-empowerment” market, this catchy tune is the closest thing the Millennial generation will get to an “I Will Survive” or Cher‘s “Believe.” Yes—it’s a very large statement to make, but we know Ms. Perry is more than able to fill the big ass shoes of divas before her.

 

http://youtu.be/8c2ahBlTPz0

Selena Gomez, “Hit the Lights”

Disney has been turning out some major celebrities this millennium and, although she’s not signed to Disney’s label anymore, Selena Gomez has cultivated a magical career that’s allowed her to retain that slight “good girl” image while singing about real-people problems like breaking up, being angry with Mom and Dad and finding a date for the prom. Don’t hate, though: Her spunky attitude is infectious, she’s having a blast with new-found fame, and doing a damn good job of proving she can play with the big dogs.

 

 

http://youtu.be/VOz1uSLXMDM

Scissor Sisters, “Let’s Have A Kiki”

Drop everything and put your life on pause. The Scissor Sisters have slayed the music industry again. The breakout hit has everyone in the world kiki-ing lately, and we’re glad this brilliant track found instant cult fame. Giving us equal parts Showgirls, Drag Race and Paris Is Burning, Ana Matronic is laying it on thick with these vocals, so fire up the smoke machine and put on your heels—this song is exactly what you need.

 

http://youtu.be/5DY93Oddbrk

He Met Her, “Control”

Summer isn’t all about heavy dance beats and flashing lasers: Every summer deserves a low-key, laid-back hit that just makes you feel allllright. This fun-loving, funky duo from L.A. is surprising everyone with this new electro-pop single, and we’re hoping “Control” is this summer’s “Pumped Up Kicks.”

 

http://youtu.be/CPaXn2XR-P8

Azealia Banks, “Liquorice”

This bad-girl starlet from the 212 is giving Nicki Minaj a run for her money. Ditching the “heavy rap” mantra and turning her funky lyrics into something more reminiscent of Salt N’ Pepa or En Vogue, Queen Banks is converting gays in rap fans—and if the future of rap rides a Clydesdale and sports a sawed-off shotgun, we’re totally on board.

http://youtu.be/Gj5L9SYhoSE

Marina and the Diamonds, “Primadonna”

She may not be able to sing it live, but Grecian goddess Marina Diamandis knows what it takes to turn out a summer hit:  The song’s catchy bassline and her mousy yodel are giving Sia a run for her money. And the bridges throughout the electro-infused beat are perfect for clearing the dance floor and serving up some runway fishiness.

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