15 summer bops for your gay pop playlist

2024 has seen a rise of Sapphic pop artists in the mainstream. From Chappell Roan to Amaarae, these musicians are loud, proud, and driving all the girls wild! Summer’s not over yet, so here’s 15 songs to ride out the rest of the season. You can listen to this playlist on Bedsider’s official Spotify account!

1. “LUNCH” by Billie Eilish

“It’s a craving, not a crush.”

Ellish took the term “eating someone out” literally, saying that the girl she’s seeing tastes like she might be the one for her.

2. “Naked in Manhattan” by Chappell Roan

“An inch away from more than just friends.”

This midwest princess reminisces about falling in love and having sex for the first time.

3. “After Hours” by Kehlani

“You ain’t gotta go, you can stay for a little while.”

Kehlani is not afraid to ask someone to stay after the party is over.

4. “For the girls” by Hayley Kiyoko

“Take a dip, join the fun.”

It’s official: summer is for the girls! This upbeat bop is a celebration of girls coming together and having some sweet summer fun. Hayley Kiyoko’s ready for the girls, are you?

5. “Blush” by Siena Liggins

“Do you need to catch your breath? It’s okay if you say yes.”

Liggins can’t help teasing her crush. There’s nothing better than making a cute girl blush.

6. “Becky’s So Hot” by FLETCHER

“She’s the one I should hate, but I wanna know how she tastes.”

Jealousy and infatuation go hand and hand in this pop rock song about an ex’s new girlfriend.

7. “All My Girls Like To Fight” by Hope Tala

“Ghost of all my old lovers around, be quiet, don’t make a sound.”

This artist likes her girls scrappy, and you might have to fight all of her exes to win her heart.

8. “This Hell” by Rina Sawayama

“We’re burning up together baby, that makes two.”

This tongue-in-cheek love song pokes fun at the idea that being LGBTQ+ is a sin. If gay people are going to hell, then it’s gonna be lit! 🔥

9. “Lipstick Lover” by Janelle Monáe

”I’ll do anything for my lipstick lover.”

Janelle Monáe dropped their album The Age of Pleasure last summer and this song is still perfect to listen to while chillin’ by the poolside.

10. “Vest & Boxers” by Lava La Rue

”I can be the Rue to your Jules.”

Lava La Rue is catching feelings for the woman she’s dating, but does she feel the same way?

11. “PAIN” by King Princess

“‘Cause I can’t help turning my love into pain.”

King Princess navigates feelings of insecurity and abandonment in this energetic song.

12. “What I Want” by Muna

“I want the fireworks, I want the chemistry, I want that girl right over there to want to date me.”

This talented trio captures the feelings of finally being yourself and going after what you want in this club anthem.

13. “Co-Star” by Amaarae

”Baby, what’s your sign?”

Any fans of astrology? Amaarae is looking for her next lover with some help from the stars.

14. “More Than A Friend” by girli

“I have you close but I want more, I want your t-shirt on the floor.”

This artist explores the ups and downs of having a crush on your best friend.

15. “girl ur so pretty” by Ambar Lucid

“I won’t disappoint I swear, I’m not playing games, this ain’t truth or dare.”

This artist tells us how she wants to romance a pretty girl (even if she’s an earth sign).