The MTV Video Music Awards 
started recognizing the “Song of Summer” in 2013, but here’s a warm rewind of the biggest summer bangers from 2016 to 2024.
| Year | Song | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 |  Work from Home |
Fifth Harmony ft. Ty Dolla $ign |
| 2017 |  Despacito (Remix) |
Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee, Justin Bieber |
| 2018 |  I Love It |
Kanye West & Lil Pump |
| 2019 |  Old Town Road (Remix) |
Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus |
| 2020 |  WAP |
Cardi B ft. Megan Thee Stallion |
| 2021 |  Butter |
BTS |
| 2022 |  First Class |
Jack Harlow |
| 2023 |  Seven |
Jungkook ft. Latto |
| 2024 |  Fortnight |
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone |
Each one ruled the airwaves, took over TikTok and YouTube 
, and made its mark in summer playlists.