With the year that 2020 was, we all deserve a dance party as we welcome 2021 with hope and open arms! So get your dancing shoes on, break out some moves, and add these 2020 hits immediately to your New Year’s Party Playlist.
Dua Lipa’s Don’t Start Now:
If a song captured the essence of 2020, it was Dua Lipa’s Don’t Start Now. The lyrics “Don’t show up, don’t come out” just resonated on a global level with everyone. The pop song that won the American Music Award for Favorite Song Pop/Rock and a GRAMMY nomination deserves a spot on your party playlist.
Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/oygrmJFKYZY
Santhosh Narayan’s Bujji:
With Dhanush’s groovy moves and Anirudh Ravichander, and Santhosh Narayanan catchy vocals, Bujji from the upcoming movie Jagame Thandiram is a hit to say the least. Get your fedora out, wearing a savvy suit, and get to dancing with this music.
Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/7Y6GrgSJnNQ
The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights:
If you’re looking for something slow but still catchy, this is your pick. The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights had people playing the song on repeat ever since its release this year. If the music itself wasn’t stunning enough for you, the video should do the trick.
Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/4NRXx6U8ABQ
DIVINE’s Mirchi:
DIVINE, MC Altaf, Stylo G, and Phenom’s Hip Hop song will make you want to drop everything, book your tickets to Bombay, and meet DIVINE’s mother right away. The beats, the lyrics, the rap, and the song just make the music a must-have on your playlist.
Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/w5Aioq5VYF0
Sweetaj Brar & Yo Yo Honey Singh’s Care Ni Karda:
Mix it up with this song from Chhalaang and have a singalong! The perfect song for a karaoke + a party, it took over social media and our playlist’s so soon!
Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/WGdoaRVOm8o
BTS’ Dynamite:
A song that absolutely made 2020 history, BTS’ Dynamite was the first all-South Korean act to top the Billboard Hot 100 list. The GRAMMY-nominated disco-pop song will have you tapping your feet and breaking out some smooth moves on the dance floor. Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/gdZLi9oWNZg
Madhubanti Bagchi’s Burjkhalifa:
End the night with this absolute banger that is a mix of Bollywood music and Arabic vocals. From the movie Laxmii, the music video will make you want to attempt Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani’s moves.
Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/a0TkeUhcVrM
Filmfare Middle East wishes all a Happy and Prosperous New Year!
(Contributed by Sakshi Prabhu)