- 5/31/2024
These Post Malone songs had everyone bopping. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the crème de la crème of Post Malone’s iconic discography.
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00:00You, had a wild hair of your own too, living in your big glass house with the view.
00:08Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the crème de la crème of Post Malone's iconic discography.
00:24Number 10. White Iverson.
00:26Watch out, watch out, watch out, yeah. That's my shot, that's my shot, that's my shot, yeah.
00:34With a soothing and laid-back vibe ideal for nighttime cruises, it's no wonder this debut single was Post Malone's breakthrough.
00:40His velvety vocals pair seamlessly with the song's fluid verses and tantalizing piano riffs.
00:45That exquisite combo also serves as an homage to its title's namesake, Allen Iverson, whose impactful legacy is built around style and grace.
00:54I'm with some white girls and they lovin' on their coca, like they O.T., double that O.T., like I'm K.D. smokin' O.G.
01:03In a cool moment, the NBA legend actually joined the party when the track passed one billion streams on Spotify.
01:09And, a lot like A.I.'s unforgettable crossover on the basketball court, it still holds a special place in the hearts of Posty fans.
01:17Number 9. Better Now.
01:24Released as the final single off of Posty's second album, Beerbongs and Bentleys, this summertime bop's turn at the plate in late May 2018 was no mere coincidence.
01:33When it gave you everything, you know I said that I am better now, better now. I only say that cause you're not around, not around.
01:42Its blistering pace and infectious energy made for a perfect complement to the season.
01:46The Grammy-nominated track blurs the lines between trap and pop, boasting a propulsive melody and a super-catchy chorus.
01:53Lyrically, it narrates moving on from a failed relationship by balancing jaded cynicism with vulnerable self-awareness.
02:00Cause you're not around, not around. You know I never meant to let you down, let you down.
02:06Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything.
02:09Taylor Swift herself had glowing feedback for the song, once telling Post how jealous she was of its hook.
02:15Luckily for them both, they would eventually join forces on 2024's Fortnite.
02:21But it won't shut up till it touches, touches, touches you.
02:27Number 8. Wow.
02:36Post Malone's music has always been defined by a bold self-confidence, a signature swagger.
02:42While at times that can feel a bit bombastic, it's usually pretty convincing, as is the case with this club powerhouse.
02:50When I got caught, all of y'all disappeared.
02:52Before I dropped Sony, none of y'all really cared.
02:55Now they always say congratulations to the kid.
02:57And this is not a 40, but I'm pouring out this shit.
03:00It compensates for its shorter length by being infinitely replayable,
03:03drawing listeners in with its icy atmosphere and addictive groove.
03:07One need not look further than its number of choreographed dance videos to get a sense of its palpable verve and influence.
03:14In fact, one viral clip led a fan not only on stage with Posty himself,
03:18but also into the song's official music video.
03:21And his skills absolutely steal the show.
03:30Number 7. Psycho featuring Ty Dolla $ign.
03:39Coasting on a dreamlike melody that Posty once compared to a nursery rhyme,
03:43this chill number is tailor-made for kicking back.
03:46That obvious is in stark contrast to its unpredictable music video.
03:50It features a personal tank and flamethrower, an animatronic wolf,
03:54and some snowy wreckage straight out of John Carpenter's The Thing.
04:05The track's lyrics are not quite as intriguing,
04:07as they retread well-worn tropes about how lonely it is at the top.
04:11However, there is a fun theory among fans that the line AP going psycho is actually a tribute to Fallout.
04:17While the simpler answer is that he's referring to a luxury watch brand,
04:21Posty is indeed a devotee of the beloved game franchise.
04:32Number 6. Goodbyes featuring Young Thug.
04:34Those unfamiliar with Post Malone's vocal abilities might be in for a surprise with this pop trap ballad.
04:41As he shows off his range with more growling and belting than ever before,
04:45we're also treated to an amazing bridge from Young Thug.
04:48The latter's vibrant and dynamic tone cuts through the song's comfortable rhythm,
04:53injecting it with a real burst of energy.
05:01And it's not just his voice that stands out.
05:03Young Thug's voice can be heard throughout the song,
05:06and while the lyrics here describe the everyday push and pull of a strained relationship,
05:10the music video is more pulpy and fantasy-driven.
05:13Coming off like if Guillermo del Toro directed West Side Story,
05:17its shaky narrative is offset by some pretty solid production design.
05:26Number 5. Congratulations featuring Quavo.
05:30As his next bonafide smash after White Iverson,
05:33this chart sensation only continued Posty's skyrocketing stardom.
05:37He and its other creators were apparently inspired by watching the Olympic Games.
05:41This makes a ton of sense considering the track's victorious aura.
05:44There's still an edge present here, though,
05:46as it stresses betting on oneself in the face of doubters and feigned ignorance.
05:51And that wavelength of self-belief seemed to really resonate with other artists.
05:55We saw Future add his own verse in a remix,
05:58and Rich Brian even go as far as to hire a mariachi band
06:01to surprise Posty with a special rendition of his tune.
06:07Number 4. This track is a must-listen to.
06:10It's one of Posty's most memorable songs,
06:13and it's one of the most memorable songs of all time.
06:16It's one of Posty's most memorable songs,
06:19and it's one of the most memorable songs of all time.
06:32Pointed to as a 21st century update on sex and drugs and rock and roll,
06:37this mega-hit was only the second song to ever reach 2 billion streams on Spotify.
06:46It fuses together abrasive lyrics and ominous instrumentals
06:50to create a wholly haunting but still bouncy experience.
06:54That caustic yet alluring concoction also carries over to its hypnotizing music video.
07:05It features sharp lighting, unstable focus, and a heavy dose of bloody mayhem.
07:10And although the track has since proven divisive,
07:13it nevertheless collected its fair share of accolades
07:15and played a major part in making Post Malone a household name.
07:38While not a chart-topper,
07:39this stunning acoustic masterpiece nonetheless belongs at the peak of the Malone mountain.
07:43As it blends divine string music with delicate falsetto,
07:46one wouldn't be remiss to think they were listening to Bon Iver or Damien Rice.
07:50What might be most impressive, however, is just how sincere it feels.
08:00Its reflective lyrics draw through lines between isolation,
08:03substance use, and self-destruction.
08:06They take aim at hollow ideas of masculinity,
08:09snidely calling Posty the man
08:11while lamenting all of the heartache that comes with that arbitrary title.
08:15Hearing his gravelly, pained voice
08:17tell such an earnest, introspective, and melancholy story
08:20is nothing short of sublime.
08:31Post Malone's genre-bending has often led him into the world of pop music.
08:35Few have been quite as remarkable, though,
08:37as this Grammy-nominated crowd-pleaser.
08:48As his first number one with solo billing on the Billboard Hot 100,
08:52it's simply a pleasure to listen to.
08:54You can't get enough of the bright percussion work or the soaring chorus,
08:57which could make even the biggest cynic belt along.
09:05Its accessible lyrics about a never-ending rollercoaster relationship
09:09only contribute to its wide appeal.
09:11This is demonstrated by versatile covers from names like Colbie Calais
09:19and of Monsters and Men.
09:25All that said, though, this is still a Posty track through and through.
09:28One need only watch his genuinely breathtaking,
09:31soulful live performance in Rome for proof of that.
09:35Run away, baby, you don't understand what I'm going through
09:41It's only me
09:43Before we unveil our top pick,
09:45here are some honorable mentions.
09:47I Fall Apart
09:48An emotional ballad tucked inside a sweeping anthem.
10:02Stay
10:03Soft, melodic, and undeniably post-Malone.
10:16I Like You
10:17A happier song featuring Doja Cat.
10:19An instant earworm and irresistibly sweet treat.
10:22Can you fit me in your plans?
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10:47Sunflower with Sway Lee
10:52When you're left in the dust
10:54Unless I stuck by ya
10:57The crown jewel of the post-Malone oeuvre
10:59remains a hotly debated question.
11:01But this endlessly endearing and utterly radiant outing
11:04makes a compelling case.
11:06As it ripples between its iconic free-flowing instrumentals
11:09and Sway Lee's crisp tone,
11:11listeners are left in a fuzzy haze of warmth and zest.
11:14After bouncing and floating up the charts
11:16alongside Spider-Man into the Spider-Verse in 2018,
11:19the song is still in headlines years later.
11:22Every time I'm walking out
11:24I can hear you telling me to turn around
11:26Fighting for my trust till you walk back down
11:29In early 2024,
11:31it became the first song in RIAA history
11:34to be certified double diamond.
11:36That's the equivalent of going platinum
11:38an astonishing 20 times over.
11:40And, much like Miles Morales himself,
11:43we can't help but sing along.
11:46You're the sunflower
11:48You're the sunflower
11:52Did we miss your favorite bop from post-Malone?
11:55Let us know in the comments.
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