Top Songs in Missouri (2024–2025): Kendrick Lamar, Country-Pop Crossovers, and Emotional Ballads Lead the Charts
Known for its cultural crossroads, musical innovation, and deep-rooted appreciation for both tradition and reinvention, Missouri is a state where music thrives across all genres. From St. Louis jazz and blues history to Kansas City’s hip-hop and indie revival, the Show-Me State has always had a strong musical pulse—and that pulse was on full display in 2024–2025.
According to YouTube Music streaming data, Missouri listeners tuned in to a wide variety of songs—from fiery rap anthems and genre-bending country-pop tracks to soulful ballads that tug at the heartstrings. Let’s explore the top-streamed songs in Missouri from April 7, 2024, to April 7, 2025—and what they say about the state’s musical identity. If you want to learn to play an instrument, check out music lessons in Boulder.
- “Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar (6.65M views)
Coming in strong at 6.65 million views, Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” was Missouri’s most-streamed song of the year. The track exploded in popularity as a rap diss masterpiece and became one of the defining moments of 2024.
But it wasn’t just the drama that kept Missouri listeners hitting replay—it was Kendrick’s lyrical skill, confident delivery, and West Coast-meets-mainstream production that turned “Not Like Us” into an instant classic. In Kansas City and St. Louis, where hip-hop communities thrive, the track dominated the airwaves, playlists, and car speakers.
Why Missouri Streamed It So Much:
- Cultural relevance and viral impact
- Smart, layered lyrics and punchy production
- Strong appeal across generations of hip-hop fans
“Not Like Us” proves that Missouri values storytelling, sharp wordplay, and a beat that goes hard.
- “Beautiful Things” – Benson Boone (5.39M views)
At 5.39 million views, Benson Boone’s “Beautiful Things” struck a different chord—soft, emotional, and soul-stirring. This piano-driven ballad connected with listeners across Missouri who sought solace, gratitude, and introspection.
Boone’s heartfelt delivery and honest lyrics turned this track into a statewide favorite, perfect for evening drives, rainy days, and quiet moments. Whether in rural Missouri or the heart of Springfield, this track found a welcome home.
Why It Resounded with Missourians:
- Emotionally rich and universally relatable
- Soothing for everyday life and introspection
- Clean, minimal production with strong vocals
“Beautiful Things” shows that Missouri listeners are just as drawn to vulnerability as they are to hype.
- “Lose Control (Live)” – Teddy Swims (5.30M views)
Coming close behind with 5.30 million views, Teddy Swims’ live version of “Lose Control” wowed Missouri with its raw power and soul-stirring performance. Swims, known for blending rock, soul, and R&B, delivers every lyric like he means it—and Missourians responded in kind.
Live music has deep roots in Missouri, and this track’s raw vocal energy made it feel like a front-row seat at a smoky blues bar in St. Louis or a coffeehouse set in Columbia.
Why Missouri Loved It:
- Unfiltered live vocal performance
- Emotional storytelling and powerful dynamics
- Resonated with the state’s deep music heritage
“Lose Control (Live)” offered a refreshing dose of realness and soul in a highly produced world.
- “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – Shaboozey (5.27M views)
With 5.27 million views, Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” brought some rowdy fun to the top 5. Sampling the early 2000s hit “Tipsy” by J-Kwon and fusing it with country swagger, the song became Missouri’s party anthem of the year.
Perfect for Friday night at the lake, tailgates at Mizzou, or barbecues in the Ozarks, this song hit across all regions—from urban crowds in St. Louis to country fans in Cape Girardeau.
Why It’s a Missouri Favorite:
- Catchy mix of country and hip-hop
- Fun, nostalgic, and high-energy
- Made for social playlists and shared good times
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” is pure Missouri weekend energy in song form.
- “Wanna Be” – GloRilla & Megan Thee Stallion (3.63M views)
At 3.63 million views, “Wanna Be” by GloRilla and Megan Thee Stallion gave Missouri its anthem of female empowerment. This Southern rap collaboration hit hard with bold lyrics, booming bass, and unstoppable confidence.
With Missouri’s strong support of Southern rap and its deep hip-hop roots—especially in North St. Louis and Kansas City’s East Side—it’s no wonder this track exploded in popularity.
Why Missouri Streamed It:
- Empowering message and bold delivery
- Danceable, energetic, and anthemic
- Huge appeal to Gen Z and Millennial listeners
“Wanna Be” gave Missouri women (and men) something to vibe to—and a whole lot of swagger to carry into the weekend.
- “I Had Some Help” – Post Malone (feat. Morgan Wallen) (3.54M views)
With 3.54 million views, the cross-genre collaboration “I Had Some Help” between Post Malone and Morgan Wallen brought together Missouri’s love for country and pop in one slick package. The song mixes heartbreak and attitude in a way that works equally well at a honky-tonk or a highway drive.
The collaboration resonated from farm towns like Sedalia to metro suburbs, giving Missourians a track that felt equally familiar and fresh.
Why It Hit in Missouri:
- Combines two major fanbases: country and pop
- Relatable lyrics about relationship dynamics
- Singable chorus and mellow groove
“I Had Some Help” proved that blending genres works best when it’s honest and catchy.
- “Die With A Smile” – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars (3.22M views)
At 3.22 million views, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With A Smile” brought a theatrical flair to Missouri’s top 10. With powerful vocals, orchestral production, and a message about living fully, this ballad hit home with listeners who appreciate drama and depth.
It’s no surprise it found fans in artistic communities like Columbia, the STL music scene, and Branson’s performance-heavy circles.
Why It Resounded:
- Big vocal performances with emotional themes
- Appeals to lovers of vintage soul and theater
- Unique sound compared to other top-charting tracks
“Die With A Smile” offered classic glamor and timeless emotion—Missouri listeners loved both.
- “Something in the Orange” – Zach Bryan (2.94M views)
With 2.94 million views, Zach Bryan’s “Something in the Orange” continues its run as one of the most enduring emotional tracks of the past few years. The Oklahoma native’s stripped-down songwriting and rugged voice hit a chord with rural and urban Missourians alike.
From backroads to riverfront porches, this song became a comfort companion across Missouri’s four seasons.
Why It Struck a Chord:
- Raw, acoustic Americana with emotional themes
- Speaks to feelings of longing, loss, and memory
- Popular in both rural communities and indie circles
“Something in the Orange” is a modern folk classic, and Missouri listeners keep it close to the heart.
- “Wild Ones” – Jessie Murph & ? (2.86M views)
Rounding out the list with 2.86 million views, Jessie Murph’s “Wild Ones” proved that emotional, rebellious tracks still have a place in Missouri playlists. With its gritty tone and themes of young love, freedom, and chaos, it hit big with teenagers and 20-somethings statewide.
Though details around the second credited artist are unclear here, the track’s aesthetic speaks to a rising trend: emo-country-pop with storytelling edge.
Why It Resonated:
- Youthful rebellion and vulnerability
- Blend of country and pop with emotional punch
- Relatable themes of breaking free
“Wild Ones” gave Missouri’s younger listeners something raw, loud, and real.
What Missouri’s Top Songs Say About Its Music Culture
Missouri’s musical taste in 2024–2025 is as diverse, dynamic, and heartfelt as the state itself. Here’s what stands out about the trends:
- Hip-Hop & Country Dominate
With tracks from Kendrick Lamar, GloRilla, Morgan Wallen, and Shaboozey all cracking the top 10, Missouri’s love for both rap and country remains strong—especially when the two collide.
- Emotion Is In
Ballads and live performances from Teddy Swims, Benson Boone, and Zach Bryan show that Missourians deeply value music that says something real.
- Women Rule the Charts
Between Megan Thee Stallion, Lady Gaga, Jessie Murph, and GloRilla, female artists took center stage—and Missouri turned the volume up.
- Genre-Blending Wins
Collaborations and crossovers—from Post & Wallen to ROSÉ & Bruno—highlight Missouri’s musical curiosity and open-mindedness.
Methodology
This list is based on YouTube Music streaming analytics, measuring total video views from users located in Missouri. The data covers activity from April 7, 2024, through April 7, 2025 and represents actual listener behavior.
These rankings provide an authentic snapshot of Missouri’s music habits, untouched by curated playlists or editorial decisions.
Final Thoughts: Missouri’s Soundtrack of the Year
Whether you were partying on a St. Louis rooftop, relaxing in the Ozarks, or driving through the backroads of Boone County, the music Missourians played this year was emotional, bold, honest, and unforgettable.
In a state that values soul and swagger in equal measure, it makes sense that the top tracks ranged from Kendrick Lamar's lyrical fire to Zach Bryan’s gentle heartache.
Missouri listened with its heart, moved to the beat, and made 2024–2025 a year of fearless sound.
WRITTEN BY
Gloria Conroy
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