Brace Yourself: These 2015 Tracks Were Total Ear Sores

Let’s face it, every year has its fair share of musical disasters, but 2015 really hit some high notes in low quality. While some songs became instant classics, others felt more like nails on a chalkboard. Whether it was bizarre lyrics, grating melodies, or overly ambitious production, these tracks made you question how they even made it to release. Get ready to cringe as we dive into a list of songs from 2015 that left much to be desired.

1. “Pretty Girls” by Britney Spears and Iggy Azalea

firstly, let’s talk about the infamous collaboration that no one asked for. “Pretty Girls” aimed for pop perfection but missed the mark spectacularly. The beat was as repetitive as it gets, and the lyrics felt like they were written in five minutes. Who could forget, “All around the world, pretty girls, wipe the floor with all the boys”? This track was proof that even pop royalty can make a royal blunder.

2. “Stitches” by Shawn Mendes

also, we have Shawn Mendes’ “Stitches”, a song that seemed like it played on a never-ending loop everywhere you went. Sure, some people felt the catchy chorus was its saving grace, but others found the over-the-top dramatics too much to handle. The overuse of metaphors was almost comical: “Like a moth drawn to a flame, you lured me in I couldn’t sense the pain.” At times, it seemed more like a soap opera than a pop song.

3. “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)” by Silento

Similarly, Silento’s viral hit “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)” dominated the charts for reasons beyond comprehension. The repetitive nature of both the lyrics and the dance made it an instant earworm—a not-so-welcome one. The song’s simplicity was its own downfall, bordering on nonsensical with lines like “Now watch me whip, now watch me nae nae.” It felt like a gimmick that overstayed its welcome.

4. “Dear Future Husband” by Meghan Trainor

In contrast, Meghan Trainor’s attempt to pen a cute, retro-inspired hit with “Dear Future Husband” ended up sounding tone-deaf and outdated. The lyrics seemed to promote old-fashioned stereotypes about relationships, leaving many listeners scratching their heads. Who could forget lines like, “You gotta know how to treat me like a lady”? The song failed to connect and felt like a major step backward rather than forward.

5. “Anaconda” by Nicki Minaj

Finally, we can’t overlook Nicki Minaj’s “Anaconda,” a track that garnered attention more for its controversial music video than its musical merit. At its core, the song was a modern rehash of Sir Mix-a-Lot’s “Baby Got Back,” but it lacked the same charm and wit. The lyrics, “oh my gosh, look at her butt,” became a catchphrase, but not in a good way. It was all shock value with little substance.

So there you have it—the songs that made 2015 a year to forget in the music industry. These tracks may have topped the charts, but they’ll forever be remembered for all the wrong reasons.

1. Billboard’s Year-End Hot 100 Songs of 2015