2021 Wrap-up Best of Artists
Courtesy of Variety.com
December 16, 2021
As 2021 comes to an end, we took an inside look to see students’ opinions on this year’s top artists.
Picks From The Crowd
1. Olivia Rodrigo
To kick off the year 2021, Olivia Rodrigo had a sudden surge of popularity, due to her release of 24 million streamed debut single, “drivers license.” This song attracted millions of fans across the globe, sending 18 years old Olivia Rodrigo to break the Spotify record as the most-streamed song in a single week. Senior Becky Jenkins states that she “probably listened to this song 5 times a day when it first came out.” This song became so popular because fans were able to relate to the compelling lyrics of Rodrigo.
2. Doja Cat
Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, American rapper, singer, and songwriter, professionally known as Doja Cat, was named a “top winning female artist” at the AMA’s. She has also won a Billboard Music Award, five American Music Awards, and three MTV Video Music Awards. Senior Carly Collins said, “The second her album dropped, I listened to the whole thing. I still listen to “Streets” almost every day.”
3. The Kid Laroi
Australian singer, rapper, and songwriter, Charlton Kenneth Jeffrey Howard, better known as The Kid Laroi, became widely known across the globe in 2021. This 18-year old phenom met #1 in the Billboard Top 100 for his song “Stay,” with Justin Bieber. He was even named “artist of the year” at the 2021 National Indigenous Music Awards. Junior Lilly Weltman said, “Laroi is my favorite Artist. The second I heard he was going on tour, I bought four tickets to the New York Show.” Some of his top hits include “Stay” with Justin Bieber, “Go” with Juice WRLD, “So Done,” and “Diva” with Lil Tecca. Weltman also says her favorite song is “Without You.”
Sarah and Jenna’s Picks
Adele
Adele finally releases her first album in 6 years. This had fans exhilarated with the surprise of her long-awaited return. Now, Adele’s new music is expected to be among the most commercially successful of the year as she reenters into a changed business. Some of the most popular songs in her new album include “Easy On Me,” and “To Be Loved.”
The Weekend
Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer, Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, or “The Weekend,” has grown tremendously in popularity. Although his halftime performance at the 2021 Super Bowl was not applauded by many, this artist remains at the top. During the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, he swept the show with winning 10 out of the 16 awards he was nominated for! The Weekend is my favorite artist right now and I was devastated when he canceled his tour in which my best friend and I had tickets to go see.
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Sasha • Dec 29, 2021 at 1:29 PM
I thought these were really great choices! Olivia Rodrigo blew up this year.
Jieun • Dec 23, 2021 at 6:38 PM
I definitely think that 2021 was a great year for music!! I was able to find a lot of new artists, and the ones in this article are a solid mix of new talents and familiar faces.
Sammie Kopleton • Dec 23, 2021 at 5:24 PM
I love all these artists and agree with these choices.
Angel • Dec 23, 2021 at 11:40 AM
I love Doja Cat she has some really catchy songs.
Jack • Dec 23, 2021 at 11:37 AM
NIce article
Ava Bergman • Dec 23, 2021 at 11:36 AM
I enjoy all of these artists. They were definitely big artists in 2021.
Sofia Wunej • Dec 23, 2021 at 11:36 AM
I love Doja Cat her music is so catchy!
Alayna Gonzalez • Dec 23, 2021 at 10:28 AM
I really enjoyed Doja cats music this year as well. I’ve been listening to her for awhile but she never fails to impress me with her new music. Also, who doesn’t like Adele, her album was amazing as well.
Noah Golden • Dec 23, 2021 at 10:20 AM
It doesn’t surprise me that Olivia Rodrigo and Doja Cat are the two top artists based on student opinions. The two artists have great music and are very talented singers.
Sirine Daghestani • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:25 AM
I agree with these choices, I really like Adele’s new album.
Madison Fox • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:21 AM
I love Olivia Rodrigo’s song “drivers license” and her album Sour. It’s really impressive how much she has achieved at her age.
Basheet Tammous • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:20 AM
The Kid Laroi is one of the best in the world.
Adrianna Gialanella • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:17 AM
I really enjoy the weekend’s music as well, and can’t wait for his next album. I was going to see him on tour, so I’m upset about the cancellation too.
Eva Morante • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:16 AM
I agree with these choices, all of these artists had really big break throughs this year and were all very successful.
Brielle Wood • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:15 AM
I love The Kid Laroi and definitely think he has become very popular over the last year. He is also very young and reminds me of Justin Bieber so I think he will be just like him.
Jessica Smith • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:15 AM
I’ve found that these artists have got a rise in popularity this year and I fully agree with the chosen artists.
Siddhi Jadhav • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:14 AM
I was very surprised at how quick Olivia Rodrigo became popular due to her song “driver’s license”. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
Tay Shim • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:13 AM
Kid Laroi did have a good year and made many viral hit songs.
Lola LaCorte • Dec 23, 2021 at 8:38 AM
I really love Adele’s new album! It’s crazy to think she hasn’t come out with new music and six years! I really love the songs “Oh my God” and “Easy on me”
Gianna Montalbano • Dec 23, 2021 at 8:17 AM
When Adele came out with a new album I was so excited! I love almost all of her songs and I have quite a few in my own playlist. I’m definitely going to be adding to my playlist.
Alex Mehnert • Dec 23, 2021 at 8:09 AM
I also liked “drivers license” by Olivia Rodrigo. When it first came out I did not expect it to become as popular as it did.
Valentina • Dec 23, 2021 at 8:02 AM
I loved Adele’s new album! Easy on me was one of my favorites.
Jodi Kim • Dec 23, 2021 at 8:01 AM
I love the song “Easy On Me” by Adele, it is so touching and a very catchy song! She is an amazing singer.
Rachel • Dec 23, 2021 at 9:18 AM
I so agree!
sara • Dec 23, 2021 at 7:58 AM
Olivia Rodrigo and Doja Cat have definitely become two of my favorite artists this year!
James Adamo • Dec 23, 2021 at 7:47 AM
The Kid Laroi had a great year in music and his song “Stay” with Justin Bieber got crazy numbers on billboard. However, all the artists on this list are artists I enjoy.
Lilibeth Arriaga • Dec 23, 2021 at 7:38 AM
I also enjoy and love Doja Cat, MY favorite song from her that I also like hearing would be “Streets”.
Ben Friedman • Dec 23, 2021 at 7:32 AM
I agree that The Kid Laroi was one of the top artists this year.
Chloe Levy • Dec 23, 2021 at 7:30 AM
I think this is a really good list and I really agree!
Eunho Jung • Dec 23, 2021 at 7:27 AM
I loved Olivia Rodrigo! Her SOUR album was so cool and had great tracks.