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1. Gotye – Someone I Used To Know
Wouter “Wally” De Backer, the voice behind the new pop sensation Gotye, hit #2 on the Billboard Top 100 with this haunting tune of broken relationships. With a smooth voice that soars in the chorus, “Someone I Used To Know” is the perfect accompaniment for any angst, whether it be the stress of finals or a break-up.

2. Fun. – We Are Young
This is the ultimate anthem of summer, the perfect soundtrack to parties, working out or late night drives. The single, featured on a Chevy commercial during the Super Bowl, features a driving beat and quirky vocals makes this song a summer staple.

3. Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me, Maybe
The newest pop princess to hit the market churns out a saccharine, yet somehow irresistible tune. The Canadian singer got her start on Canadian Idol, and her newest single has recently been receiving airplay in the States. Orchestral backings to a bouncy melody will make this song a favorite of summer 2012.

By: NOVA Fortnightly Staff

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