The Spotify Top 10 Got Even Worse

TLDR;

Rick Beato reviews the top 10 songs on the US Spotify charts, offering his analysis of each song's melody, lyrics, production, and overall appeal. He looks for originality, strong melodies, and interesting production choices, often contrasting the current trends with what he considers timeless musical qualities.

• Rick praises songs with unique sounds and well-crafted melodies, even if they aren't the most high-fidelity productions.
• He critiques songs that lack originality or have repetitive structures, regardless of their production quality.
• Rick appreciates when artists bring something unexpected or creative to their music.

Intro [0:00]

Rick Beato introduces the video as another countdown of the top 10 songs on the US Spotify charts, promising his analysis and opinions on each track.

Earrings - Malcolm Todd (Number 10) [0:07]

The song "Earrings" by Malcolm Todd is at number 10. Rick expresses his disappointment with the song's lack of progression and uninteresting elements. He finds the melody, lyrics, and chord progression uninspired, and the production unremarkable, noting that nothing significant happens throughout the first half of the song.

E85 - Don Toliver (Number 9) [1:34]

"E85" by Don Toliver is at number 9. Despite initially acknowledging good production, Rick quickly changes his mind, finding the song incredibly repetitive. He expresses surprise that the artists don't get bored while writing such repetitive music, though he does note the inclusion of a bass drop as a positive element.

Man I Need - Olivia Dean (Number 8) [3:03]

"Man I Need" by Olivia Dean is at number 8. Rick recognizes the song from a previous chart. While acknowledging that the song is well-done and well-sung, he finds it uninteresting, noting that Olivia Dean has much better songs. He listens for changes in the melody but finds the song lacking in that aspect.

I love it - Bella K (Number 7) [4:34]

"I love it" by Bella K is at number 7. Rick acknowledges the song has a good melody and is well-written. However, he doesn't find it particularly outstanding or memorable, noting that it doesn't give him chills or have an undeniable quality that makes him want to sing it. He describes it as serviceable but not amazing.

Be Her - Ella Langley (Number 6) [6:21]

"Be Her" by Ella Langley is at number 6. Rick points out a dissonant note in the song but praises the overall production and performance. However, he notes that the song doesn't do anything particularly interesting, though it is well-produced for those who enjoy such songs.

Daisies - Justin Bieber (Number 5) [7:28]

"Daisies" by Justin Bieber is at number 5. Rick finds this song to be the most interesting of the list so far, noting its unique style and character. He appreciates the inclusion of a player with a unique sound, which significantly enhances the song. The production stands out from the other songs, and the artist's style works well.

Stateside - PinkPantheress, Ice Spice (Number 4) [9:00]

"Stateside" by PinkPantheress and Ice Spice is at number 4. Rick finds the song weird but appreciates that it does something unexpected. He notes that while he doesn't necessarily love the song, he values its stylistic choices and creative production, which grab his attention. He contrasts this with the predictability of most other songs.

Beauty and the Beat - Justin Bieber ft. Nicki Minaj (Number 3) [10:29]

"Beauty and the Beat" by Justin Bieber featuring Nicki Minaj is at number 3. Rick highlights the strong melody and the focus on melody over production, which sets it apart from the other songs. While the production isn't as high-fidelity, the song is far more interesting to him due to its melodic strength.

Baby Doll - Dominic Fike (Number 2) [12:11]

"Baby Doll" by Dominic Fike is at number 2. Rick notes the song's short length and compares its sound to TikTok music. He criticizes the bass player's performance, stating that they seem disconnected from the rest of the band.

Choosing Texas - Ella Langley (Number 1) [13:16]

"Choosing Texas" by Ella Langley is at number 1. Rick describes it as a real song, highlighting its professional songwriting, excellent melody, and killer production. He acknowledges that it may not be everyone's cup of tea but recognizes its professional quality and deems it deserving of the top spot.

Outro [15:04]

Rick concludes the video by asking viewers for their thoughts on the current chart compared to the one from four months prior. He encourages viewers to leave comments and subscribe to the channel.