Youtube Music Charts September 1st 2024

Oh, the weekly ritual of YouTube chart-checking, where we sift through a mix of earworms, anthems, and downright bangers to figure out which tracks are ruling the digital airwaves. For the week ending September 1, 2024, the YouTube gods have bestowed upon us a top 10 that’s packed with heavy-hitters, fan favorites, and a few tracks that have burrowed so deep into our brains they might as well start paying rent. But here’s the kicker – eight out of these ten tracks are also slaying it on Spotify. That’s right, folks, if these songs aren’t in your head yet, they will be soon. Consider yourself warned.

The Usual Suspects: A Rundown of the Top 10

Let’s start with the rundown. Here are the top 10 most played songs on YouTube for the week ending September 1, 2024:

1. “Paint the Town Red” – Doja Cat
2. “Die with a Smile” – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
3. “I Remember Everything” – Zach Bryan featuring Kacey Musgraves
4. “Vampire” – Olivia Rodrigo
5. “Greedy” – Tate McRae
6. “Lovin’ On Me” – Jack Harlow
7. “Houdini” – Dua Lipa
8. “Flowers” – Miley Cyrus
9. “What Was I Made For?” – Billie Eilish
10. “Fortnight” – Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone

Now, if you’re the kind of person who plays “spot the difference” in everything you do (we’re not judging, promise), you’ll notice that eight of these bangers are also chilling in Spotify’s top 10. We’ll get to that in a bit, but first, let’s take a moment to appreciate the staying power and appeal of these tracks.

The Playlist That Won’t Quit

These tracks aren’t just flashes in the pan—they’re bonafide anthems with serious staying power. Let’s break it down:

1. “Paint the Town Red” – Doja Cat: Released in the summer of 2024, Doja Cat continues to reign supreme with this track. Whether you’re a fan of her boundary-pushing lyrics or you’re just here for the beat, there’s no denying this song’s impact. It’s like the musical equivalent of that friend who convinces you to have “just one more drink.” You know it’s going to end badly, but you’re in too deep to stop.
2. “Die with a Smile” – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars: This unexpected collaboration has taken over the charts since its release in August. It’s like peanut butter and jelly—two icons coming together for a track that’s equal parts haunting and catchy. The title might sound like something out of a horror movie, but the song? Pure pop perfection. We’re still not sure how Gaga managed to make “smiling while you die” sound so appealing, but here we are.
3. “I Remember Everything” – Zach Bryan featuring Kacey Musgraves: Released in July, this track is a little bit country, a little bit pop, and a whole lot of feels. Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves have delivered a duet that’s perfect for late-night introspection (or drunken karaoke—your call). It’s been hanging around the charts like that one guy at the party who just won’t leave, and honestly, we’re not mad about it.
4. “Vampire” – Olivia Rodrigo: If you’ve managed to avoid this one, we salute you. Released back in June, “Vampire” has been sucking the life out of us (in a good way) for months now. Rodrigo’s raw, emotional delivery is what makes this track stick, and we’d be lying if we said it hasn’t shown up on our “In Between Shows” playlist more times than we care to admit.
5. “Greedy” – Tate McRae: Released in August, “Greedy” is McRae’s latest attempt to crawl into our heads and stay there. It’s got that perfect blend of pop and edge that makes it impossible to resist. It’s like the candy bar of songs—you know it’s not good for you, but damn if it isn’t satisfying.
6. “Lovin’ On Me” – Jack Harlow: Harlow dropped this one in July, and it’s been riding high ever since. With a smooth beat and lyrics that’ll stick with you, “Lovin’ On Me” is the kind of track that sneaks up on you—one minute, you’re casually listening, and the next, you’re humming it at work, in the shower, and while making questionable life choices.
7. “Houdini” – Dua Lipa: Dua Lipa’s got the magic touch with this track, released in August. “Houdini” is all about that sleek production and effortless cool that she’s known for. If you’ve ever wanted to disappear from a conversation but do it with style, this is your soundtrack.
8. “Flowers” – Miley Cyrus: Released at the start of 2023, this song is the musical equivalent of the phrase “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” It’s been on the charts for what feels like forever, and honestly, we’re fine with it. Miley’s voice, the nostalgia, the heartbreak—it all comes together to make a track that might just live in our heads rent-free until the end of time. Or at least until the next breakup.
9. “What Was I Made For?” – Billie Eilish: Billie dropped this track in July 2024, and it’s been haunting us ever since. It’s quintessential Billie—dark, brooding, and slightly unsettling. Like that one time you left the stove on all night but somehow didn’t burn down the house. It’s a close call, but you’re glad it happened.
10. “Fortnight” – Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone: Taylor Swift and Post Malone joining forces? We didn’t see it coming, but now that it’s here, we can’t imagine life without it. Released in April, this track has been a juggernaut on both YouTube and Spotify, and for good reason. It’s catchy, it’s clever, and it’s going to be the anthem of many, many nights to come.

A YouTube vs. Spotify Showdown

Now, let’s talk about the elephant in the room—eight of these tracks are also dominating Spotify’s top 10. What does that tell us? For one, the music industry might be a mess, but at least it’s a consistent mess. We could wax poetic about how streaming has democratized music consumption, blah blah blah, but the truth is, these songs are just damn good. Whether you’re watching the music video for the 50th time or playing it on repeat during your commute, these tracks have found a way to burrow into our collective consciousness.

The fact that the same tracks are topping both YouTube and Spotify charts suggests that these songs have transcended the platforms—they’re not just hits, they’re cultural moments. And let’s be real, when’s the last time you went a day without hearing at least one of these tracks? If your answer is “never,” congratulations, you’re just like the rest of us.

CKDS Radio’s (Totally Objective) Take

You didn’t think we’d get through this without adding our two cents, did you? Here’s our completely unbiased, 100% objective opinion on these chart-toppers:

• Doja Cat: The queen. The legend. “Paint the Town Red” is everything we love about Doja—bold, brash, and totally addictive. It’s the kind of track that makes you want to strut down the street like you own the place, and honestly, why not?
• Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars: This track is like a fever dream in the best possible way. We didn’t know we needed it until we had it, and now we can’t get enough. Gaga and Bruno? Sign us up for whatever they’re selling.
• Olivia Rodrigo: “Vampire” might be the angstiest track on this list, but let’s be real—it’s the perfect soundtrack for when you’re feeling a little too dramatic for your own good. Which, for us, is pretty much always.
• Miley Cyrus: “Flowers” has been out for a while now, but we’re still not sick of it. It’s the kind of song that’ll pop into your head at the most random times, and you won’t even be mad about it.
• Billie Eilish: We have a complicated relationship with Billie. She’s cool, she’s talented, but she also makes us feel things we weren’t ready to deal with. “What Was I Made For?” is no exception. We’ll keep it on our playlist, but only because we like living on the edge.
• Taylor Swift: We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again—Taylor Swift is a force of nature. “Fortnight” is just the latest in a long line of hits, and we’re not surprised it’s ruling the charts. We just hope our hearts can take it.

The Playlist of Champions (and Catastrophes)

Here’s the thing—we love music, but we also know that we’re total disasters when it comes to curating the perfect playlist. Half of these tracks are alreadyalready in our “In Between Shows” playlist, which means they’ve been stuck in our heads for weeks now. If you listen to CKDS Radio regularly, you’ve probably heard snippets of these songs during our transitions, because let’s face it—no one has time for dead air, and these tracks do the trick every time. We should probably do something about that. Maybe update the playlist? Nah, too much work. We’ll just let these songs keep us company while we figure out what catastrophe to unleash next.

So there you have it—the top 10 tracks on YouTube that are also taking over Spotify, and how they’ve managed to keep us hooked for weeks on end. Whether you love them, hate them, or can’t get them out of your head, these songs are here to stay. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll be humming them until the next big hit comes along. But until then, keep your ears open and your playlists ready—there’s always more music madness on the horizon.