The internet is waxing nostalgic, os TikTok’s song of the summer is a blast from the past

Much has been said about the long-term decline of the "song of the summer." Once upon a time, universal bops like the "Macarena" brought the entire country together for dance parties that lasted the entire season. In 2026, however, pop culture is so fractured that it's impossible to pick out a single track that unites the nation. Instead, one's choice for the song of the summer crown depends on regional and demographic indicators. TikTok is one hub that still offers some semblance of monoculture. Last year, posts about vacations gone wrong brought Jess Glynne's 2015 single "Hold My Hand" back into the spotlight. The track wasn't officially named the song of the summer, but for me, the Jet2holidays meme is the most memorable culture export from the dog days of 2025. Visit Tubefilter for more great stories.

Last updated Sep 3, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment