Lizzo has become a powerful figure in the music industry since 2019. The singer has solidified her status as one of the biggest pop stars of our time with her chart-topping viral songs and sleeper singles. Lizzo is no stranger to crafting strong anthems, using her lyrics to promote body positivity and women’s empowerment. The three-time Grammy Award-winning rapper, flutist, and singer from Texas has never stopped pushing boundaries in her musical endeavors. She has contributed to redefining the parameters of what it takes to sound and appear like a solo pop artist. Some of Lizzo’s best songs have been inspired by her ability to rock the foundation.
Lizzo captivates her listeners and transports them to a world filled with joy and positivity. From bangers such as “Good as H–l” to her “Barbie” movie soundtrack hit “Pink,” the singer is an expert at making music for women to feel comfortable in their skin. The singer recently celebrated her 36th birthday on April 27, 2024, and will undoubtedly be ushering in a new era of girl-powered bops for the summer. Now, we are counting down five of Lizzo’s best songs that are still heavy in rotation on our playlists.
1. Good As H–l (2016)
“Good As H-” is probably Lizzo’s most well-known single. The song was composed for “Barbershop: The Next Cut,” the 2016 movie’s soundtrack. The song was later made available as the lead single from the artist’s debut EP, “Coconut Oil,” on March 8, 2016. When she sang the song at the 2019 MTV VMAs, it began to gain popularity even though it wasn’t a huge hit when it originally released. Additionally, the song was played during a number of TV episodes, including the 2016 Season 5 finale of “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.” Furthermore, three years after the initial release, on October 25, 2019, the remix featuring Ariana Grande was made available.
2. Truth Hurts (2017)
A list of Lizzo’s greatest songs would be incomplete without the smash tune “Truth Hurts.” The musician’s 2017 release of “Truth Hurts” helped her career become extremely successful. The song was re-released two years later and went viral on TikTok. The song “Truth Hurts” held the top spot in the nation for a number of weeks. A remix of the song by Lizzo and DaBaby was also released in August 2019 and was widely played on radio stations.
3. Juice (2019)
Undoubtedly one of Lizzo’s best songs from her third album, “Cuz I Love You,” “Juice” is a fun and carefree bop inspired by funk-pop, hip-hop, and R&B sounds. Like many others, this song speaks to the importance of self-love and knowing one’s worth.
4. Rumors Ft. Cardi B (2021)
The Texas native teamed up with The Bronx spitfire Cardi B to deliver a summer hit. From the start, Lizzo has wanted to work with Cardi, and when she finally got the chance, she took it. Unfortunately, with fame comes rumors, and Lizzo has faced intense scrutiny since she stepped into the spotlight.
The energetic diss single addressed all of the rumors, and Cardi B’s inclusion was the ideal finishing touch. The women then collaborated to create an eye-catching music video in the Grecian style to go along with the song. Among Lizzo’s best tracks, this one has punchlines and lyrics that are really hard hitting.
5. About Damn Time (2022)
Lizzo’s “About Damn Time,” a breakthrough song for the musician, was played everywhere you went. You couldn’t avoid the catchy song—it was playing on everything from radio stations to clothes stores. It was Lizzo’s second No. 1 song in the United States and won her the 2023 Grammy Award for Record of the Year. The song, which was recorded as the last track for Lizzo’s fourth studio album, “Special,” discusses the value of celebration. The song has undoubtedly been confirmed by fans as one of Lizzo’s best.
“I think life had thrown some major traumas and hard experiences at us, especially globally these last few years,” Lizzo said via Dig. “I wanted to write a song that allowed us to take a moment and celebrate our survival, and celebrate how far we’ve come.”
It’s no secret that Lizzo can produce a hit song. We adore that the Detroit native, years into her career, is still pushing the envelope and pursuing her passions!