10 New Songs We’re Playing This Summer

Summertime is here, and we wanted to share with you 10 new songs that give that summer feeling! Now is the perfect time to learn new songs you love, and what better setting to play them than by a campfire, at a pool party, or at home with your friends! Get in the groove and play along with these 10 new summer hits!

1. “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter

An instant hit, Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” fully captures the feeling of relaxed summer fun. You may have listened to this song by the pool or sang along to it on your car radio, and now you get to play it for yourself! Get into the rhythm of the smooth bass line and embody Sabrina’s cool vocals.

2. “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” by Billie Eilish

From Billie's newest album, “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT,” this song has gained popularity for its chill vibe and instrumentation. In the song, the singer proclaims her everlasting love for someone, trying to convince them that they are “birds of a feather” and that they “should stick together.” Keep the catchy left-hand ostinato steady, and you’ll be golden! You can find more arrangements from this album here.

3. “My Days” from The Notebook: The Musical

Based on Nicholas Sparks' beloved book The Notebook, The Notebook The Musical opened on Broadway this March, and “My Days” quickly rose to the top as a favorite track. The musical’s soundtrack was written by singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson, and in this song, the main character, Allie, sings a heartfelt power ballad about choosing what she wants in life. If you are a musical lover, you will love singing your heart out and playing the piano with the same intensity to “My Days”. Don’t forget to check out more arrangements from The Notebook The Musical!

4. “Too Sweet” by Hozier

Hozier’s first Number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, “Too Sweet” has taken over across the globe. The beautiful lyrical imagery he uses, such as “Don’t you just wanna wake up, dark as a lake? Smelling like a bonfire, lost in the haze” paints an alluring world of indulgence in all that’s “too sweet.” The catchy bass line and powerful vocals in the chorus make this song an instant hit, and we love playing it as much as we love listening to it!

5. “Good Luck, Babe!” by Chappell Roan

New pop sensation Chappell Roan is taking the world by storm this summer, and it’s not hard to tell why after listening to her latest single, “Good Luck, Babe!”. The song opens with an 80s-style synth, and Chappell’s emotional and impressive voice takes over in the powerful chorus and iconic bridge. Take note of the jumps between high and low notes she utilizes in the chorus. You can find more hits of hers on our site, such as “Pink Pony Club”, “Red Wine Supernova”, and “HOT TO GO!”

6. “I Had Some Help” by Post Malone feat. Morgan Wallen

Pop star Post Malone and country singer Morgan Wallen joined forces for this highly infectious country-pop anthem. It’s been Number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the longest number of consecutive weeks out of any song in 2024 thus far. Its lyrics are about how the singer isn’t the only one who’s done wrong in his relationship, and that he “had some help” from his romantic partner in its demise. The repeating guitar line keeps an upbeat mood throughout the song. Play it solo or as a duet with a friend!

7. “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” by Taylor Swift

From her newest album, The Tortured Poets Department, Taylor Swift wrote this track based on her experience going through a breakup at the start of her Eras tour. This empowering song is about how Taylor can “hit her marks” and put on an amazing show while doing it “with a broken heart”. Keep the sixteenth notes steady in the right hand and check out all the sheet music from her album and Anthology here!

8. “we can't be friends (wait for your love)” by Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande’s stunning vocals are displayed once more in this track from her latest album, Eternal Sunshine. The driving poppy beat and synth make it a great song for dancing, while the vocals keep it light. The song’s ending features a full orchestra in the original recording, which is represented by the gorgeous piano outro in the sheet music.

9. “us.” by Gracie Abrams feat. Taylor Swift

From her newly released second album, The Secret of Us, Gracie Abrams brings this ethereally beautiful track on love and loss. The many layers of subtle instrumentation in the original recording combine soft acoustic and impactful electronic instruments, and she even brought in Taylor Swift to sing and harmonize! Bring this piece to life on the piano with the mandolin part in the right hand and grab a friend to hop in on backup vocals!

10. “Please Please Please” by Sabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter's follow-up to “Espresso,” “Please Please Please,” offers a different energy than the carefree beach bop. This slower ballad features acoustic guitar and synth, and in the lyrics, she begs her boyfriend not to damage her ego. Enjoy playing this relaxed summer tune and singing along to the chorus of “Please Please Please”!

This summer has brought many great hits so far, and we hope you have fun playing them yourself! Click here for all our newest sheet music, and be sure to download our Musicnotes app!