Some say cultural or societal events affect music, so we will go through the years and see what is going on, the music that was popular and see what you think regarding this.
CULTURAL, SOCIETAL AND MAJOR EVENTS THAT HAPPENED IN 2019
Cultural
The #10YearChallenge goes viral. People all over the world shared side-by-side photos of themselves from 10 years ago and the present day, highlighting how much they had changed.
The “World Record Egg” becomes the most-liked photo on Instagram. A stock photo of a brown egg surpassed Kylie Jenner’s record for the most-liked photo on the platform, with over 54 million likes.
*Lady Gaga wins an Oscar for Best Original Song for “Shallow” from the film A Star Is Born. She also performed the song at the Oscars with Bradley Cooper, their performance was widely praised.
Avengers: Endgame becomes the highest-grossing film of all time. The film surpassed Avatar at the box office, grossing over $2.79 billion worldwide.
Game of Thrones comes to an end after eight seasons. The final season of the popular HBO show was controversial, but it was still one of the most talked-about TV events of the year.
Societal
The Me Too movement continues to gain momentum. More and more women came forward to share their stories of sexual harassment and assault, and the movement helped to raise awareness of the issue.
Climate change protests take place all over the world. Millions of people, led by young people like Greta Thunberg, took to the streets to demand action on climate change.
The United States women’s soccer team wins the World Cup. The team’s victory was a major cultural moment, and it helped to raise the profile of women’s soccer.
Same-sex marriage is legalized in Northern Ireland. This made Northern Ireland the last part of the United Kingdom to legalize same-sex marriage.
The United Kingdom leaves the European Union. This was a major political event, and it had a significant impact on the UK’s economy and culture.
Major
The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is damaged by a fire. The fire destroyed the roof of the cathedral and caused significant damage to the interior.
The United States and China engage in a trade war. The trade war had a negative impact on both economies, and it is still ongoing.
The United States withdraws from the Iran nuclear deal. This move was widely criticized, and it increased tensions between the US and Iran.
Mass shootings continue to plague the United States. There were over 400 mass shootings in the US in 2019, making it one of the deadliest years for gun violence in recent history.
The United States impeaches President Donald Trump. Trump was impeached by the House of Representatives for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, but he was acquitted by the Senate.
These are just a few of the many notable events that happened in 2019. It was a year of significant change and upheaval, and it will be remembered for years to come.
TOP 40 SONGS OF 2019
- Someone You Loved – Lewis Capaldi
- Old Town Road (feat. Billy Ray Cyrus) – Lil Nas X
- I Don’t Care – Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber
- Bad Guy – Billie Eilish
- Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse) – Post Malone & Swae Lee
- Wow. – Post Malone
- 7 Rings – Ariana Grande
- Talk – Khalid
- Sicko Mode – Travis Scott
- Senorita – Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
- Dance Monkey – Tones and I
- Thank U, Next – Ariana Grande
- Truth Hurts – Lizzo
- Rockstar – Post Malone featuring 21 Savage
- Circles – Post Malone
- Higher Love – Kygo & Whitney Houston
- Eastside – Benny Blanco, Halsey & Khalid
- Sucker – Jonas Brothers
- Boyfriend – Ariana Grande & Social House
- Better – Khalid
- Beautiful People – Ed Sheeran featuring Khalid
- Money – Cardi B
- Take Me Back to London – Ed Sheeran featuring Stormzy
- Goodbyes – Post Malone featuring Young Thug
- Lose You to Love Me – Selena Gomez
- Shallow – Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper
- Lights Up – Harry Styles
- Ran$om – Lil Tecca
- Señorita (Remix) – Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello featuring J Balvin
- Good as You – Kane Brown
- Blinding Lights – The Weeknd
- Better Now – Post Malone
- Break Up with Your Girlfriend, I’m Bored – Ariana Grande
- Hey Look Ma, I Made It – Panic! at the Disco
- Come Thru – Summer Walker featuring Usher
- Bury a Friend – Billie Eilish
- Please Me – Cardi B & Bruno Mars
- Girls Like You – Maroon 5 featuring Cardi B
- Summer Walker – “Come Thru” (Feat. Usher)
- Ava Max – “Sweet But Psycho”
TOP ALTERNATIVE AIRPLAY SONGS OF 2019
- “Bad Guy” – Billie Eilish
- “Dance Monkey” – Tones and I
- “My Love” – Florence + the Machine
- “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)” – Post Malone & Swae Lee
- “Someone You Loved” – Lewis Capaldi
- “Higher Love” – Kygo & Whitney Houston
- “Old Town Road (feat. Billy Ray Cyrus)” – Lil Nas X
- “Truth Hurts” – Lizzo
- “Circles” – Post Malone
- “Lose You to Love Me” – Selena Gomez
- “Sucker” – Jonas Brothers
- “Hayloft” – Mother Mother
- “Goodbyes” – Post Malone featuring Young Thug
- “Better” – Khalid
- “Arcade” – Duncan Laurence
- “Sweet But Psycho” – Ava Max
- “Eastside” – Benny Blanco, Halsey & Khalid
- “7 Rings” – Ariana Grande
- “Señorita” – Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
- “Shallow” – Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper
- “I Don’t Care” – Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber
- “Boyfriend” – Ariana Grande & Social House
- “Money” – Cardi B
- “Sunflower, Vol. 6” – Harry Styles
- “Unconditional I (Lookout Kid)” – Arcade Fire
- “U&ME” – alt-J
- “Crutch” – Band of Horses
- “Clarity” – Vance Joy
- “The Hardest Cut” – Spoon
- “Wild Child” – The Black Keys
TOP ROCK AND ROLL SONGS OF 2019
- Bad Guy by Billie Eilish
- Dance Monkey by Tones and I
- Remember When by Bad Wolves
- Monsters by Shinedown
- Last Day Under the Sun by Volbeat
- Circles by Post Malone
- Lo/Hi by The Black Keys
- Doin’ Time by Lana Del Rey
- Father of All… by Green Day
- Hey Look Ma, I Made It by Panic! at the Disco
- Come Thru by Summer Walker featuring Usher
- Bury a Friend by Billie Eilish
This list reflects the diversity of rock and roll music in 2019, with songs from a variety of subgenres, including alternative rock, hard rock, and pop rock. It also includes a number of songs by new and emerging artists, such as Billie Eilish and Tones and I.
It is important to note that there is no single definitive list of the top rock and roll songs of any given year. Different sources will often have different lists, based on their own criteria. However, the songs on this list are all highly regarded by critics and fans alike, and they are all representative of the best that rock and roll had to offer in 2019.
TOP CHRISTIAN ROCK SONGS OF 2019
- Way Maker by Leeland
- Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) by Hillsong United
- Reckless Love by Cory Asbury
- Good Good Father by Chris Tomlin
- How Great Is Our God by Chris Tomlin
- Even When It Hurts (Praise Song) by Elevation Worship
- No Longer Slaves by Jonathan David Helser
- Who You Say I Am by Hillsong Worship
- This Is Amazing Grace by Phil Wickham
- Build My Life by Housefires
- Jesus Paid It All by Kristian Stanfill
- All the Poor and Powerless by Martin Smith
- Holy Spirit by Kari Jobe
This list reflects the diversity of Christian rock music in 2019, with songs from a variety of subgenres, including worship rock, contemporary Christian music, and alternative rock. It also includes a number of songs by new and emerging artists, such as Leeland and Housefires.
SOME COMMON THEMES IN SONGS OF THE 2019 BILLBOARD HOT 100
Some of the common themes of songs in the Billboard Hot 100 in 2019 include:
Love and relationships: This is a classic theme that is always popular in music, and it was no different in 2019. Songs like “7 Rings” by Ariana Grande, “Sunflower” by Post Malone and Swae Lee, and “Señorita” by Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello all explore different aspects of love and relationships.
Self-love and empowerment: Another popular theme in 2019 was self-love and empowerment. Songs like “Bad Guy” by Billie Eilish, “Truth Hurts” by Lizzo, and “Dance Monkey” by Tones and I all celebrate individuality and self-confidence.
Social and political issues: Some songs in the Billboard Hot 100 in 2019 also addressed social and political issues. For example, the song “Old Town Road (Remix)” by Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus is seen as a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride, while the song “Higher Love” by Kygo and Whitney Houston is a call for unity and understanding.
Overall, the songs in the Billboard Hot 100 in 2019 reflected the diversity of popular music and the experiences of people from all walks of life. They were catchy, thought-provoking, and empowering, and they helped to make 2019 a great year for music.
MOST POPULAR MUSIC GENRES OF 2019
The most popular genres of music in 2019 were:
Pop: Pop music was the most popular genre in 2019, with artists like Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande, and Post Malone dominating the charts.
Hip hop: Hip hop was also very popular in 2019, with artists like Lil Nas X, Lizzo, and Cardi B releasing hit albums and singles.
Country: Country music remained popular in 2019, with artists like Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, and Carrie Underwood releasing successful albums.
Rock: Rock music experienced a resurgence in popularity in 2019, with bands like The Black Keys, The Lumineers, and Greta Van Fleet releasing well-received albums.
Electronic dance music (EDM): EDM continued to be popular in 2019, with artists like Calvin Harris, DJ Snake, and Marshmello releasing hit singles.
Other popular genres of music in 2019 included Latin music, R&B, and alternative music.
Hip hop became more popular than it was before in 2019. For the first time in history, hip hop was the most popular genre of music in the United States, surpassing rock music. This was due in part to the success of artists like Lil Nas X, Lizzo, and Cardi B, who all released hit albums and singles in 2019.
Hip hop music has been growing in popularity for many years, but it reached a new level of mainstream success in 2019. This is likely due to a number of factors, including the rise of streaming services, the popularity of social media, and the increasing influence of hip hop culture on fashion, sports, and other aspects of popular culture.
The popularity of hip hop music has also been driven by its diversity and creativity. Hip hop artists come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, and they are constantly innovating and pushing the boundaries of music. This diversity and creativity has made hip hop music appealing to a wide range of listeners.
The rise of hip hop music is a significant cultural development. It shows that hip hop is now more than just a genre of music; it is a global cultural phenomenon.
The music industry is constantly evolving, and it will be interesting to see what new genres become popular in the years to come.
