News Summary
Jacksonville has emerged as a musical hotspot, tying with Detroit for the most Shazamed songs in the U.S. with 23 entries. The rankings indicate a strong preference for Hip-Hop/Rap, prominently featuring artists like Drake. This unique musical identity underscores Jacksonville’s vibrant culture and distinct sound. The top 25 list showcases a variety of genres, but Hip-Hop/Rap remains the city’s dominant theme, highlighting the community’s connection to trending tracks and celebrated artists. Jacksonville’s evolving musical landscape is solidified by the Shazam statistics reflecting local tastes.
News Summary
Jacksonville has emerged as a musical hotspot, tying with Detroit for the most Shazamed songs in the U.S. with 23 entries. The rankings indicate a strong preference for Hip-Hop/Rap, prominently featuring artists like Drake. This unique musical identity underscores Jacksonville’s vibrant culture and distinct sound. The top 25 list showcases a variety of genres, but Hip-Hop/Rap remains the city’s dominant theme, highlighting the community’s connection to trending tracks and celebrated artists. Jacksonville’s evolving musical landscape is solidified by the Shazam statistics reflecting local tastes.
Jacksonville has emerged as a musical hotspot, ranking highest for Shazamed songs with a total of 23 entries as of July 17, 2025. This remarkable statistic places Jacksonville in a tie with Detroit for the most ranked songs in the United States, while it stands apart from 150 other metropolitan areas that have no ranked songs in common with the city.
The Shazam rankings reflect a strong preference for the Hip-Hop/Rap genre among Jacksonville listeners. At the forefront of these rankings is the widely acclaimed artist Drake, who is featured multiple times in the city’s top songs.
### Jacksonville’s Top 25 Shazamed Songs
As per the compiled list, here are the top 25 most Shazamed songs in Jacksonville, illustrating a blend of genres with Hip-Hop/Rap dominating the list:
1. Punkrocker (feat. Iggy Pop) – Teddybears; Album: Soft Machine; Genre: Alternative, Electronic; Length: 4:07; Notable popularity across 47 other metros.
2. Cant Go Broke Remix – Zeddy Will; Album: Cant Go Broke Remix – Single; Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap; Length: 1:48; Recognized in 5 other metros.
3. Shake It To The Max (FLY) [Remix] – MOLIY, Silent Addy, Skillibeng & Shenseea; Album: Shake It To The Max (FLY) [Remix] – Single; Genre: Afrobeats; Length: 2:59; Popular in 15 metros.
4. Good News – Shaboozey; Album: Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going: The Complete Edition; Genre: Country; Length: 3:19; Highly favored in 10 other metros.
5. Burning Blue – Mariah the Scientist; Album: HEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY; Genre: R&B/Soul; Length: 3:26; Recognized in multiple metros.
6. Love Me Not – Ravyn Lenae; Album: Bird’s Eye; Genre: R&B/Soul; Length: 3:33; Popular in 10 other metros.
7. Church Girl – Beyoncé; Album: RENAISSANCE; Genre: Pop; Length: 3:44; Ranked favorably in 11 metros.
8. Ordinary – Alex Warren; Album: You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1); Genre: Pop; Length: 3:07; Recognized in 36 other metros.
9. All The Way – BigXthaPlug & Bailey Zimmerman; Album: All The Way – Single; Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap; Length: 2:45; Notable rankings in 27 metros.
10. Even Though I Walk (Live) – Bethel Music & Hannah McClure; Album: We Must Respond (Live); Genre: Christian; Length: 7:18; Well-regarded across various metros.
Continuing down the list, the following songs maintain a strong presence in Jacksonville’s music scene, predominantly featuring artists and genres familiar to local audiences.
### Breakdown of Genres and Artist Influences
The trends seen in Jacksonville’s Shazam rankings highlight the influential presence of Hip-Hop/Rap, with artists like Drake and others consistently capturing listeners’ attention. This genre accounts for a significant portion of the top rankings, tracing its roots into the cultural fabric of the city.
Songs like “Rather Lie” by Playboi Carti and The Weeknd and “Chains & Whips” featuring well-known artists exemplify the appeal of Hip-Hop/Rap within the city, captivating diverse audiences.
### Unique Musical Identity
The unique musical identity of Jacksonville is underscored by its distinct lack of overlap with many metropolitan areas, showcasing a vibrant local culture appreciative of certain styles and sounds. The city is characterized by its association with trending tracks and celebrated artists, making it a focal point in the music industry.
As Jacksonville continues to resonate with its preferred musical styles, it is poised to maintain its status as a hub for fresh sounds and cultural expressions that reflect both local and broader musical trends. This distinction ensures that Jacksonville’s appetite for music, particularly in the Hip-Hop/Rap genre, remains strong and significant moving forward.
In conclusion, the Shazam rankings encapsulate a snapshot of the city’s evolving musical landscape, solidifying Jacksonville’s position in the national music conversation. With 23 entries adding to its rich and diverse musical heritage, the city thrives as a platform for new talent and celebrated artists alike.
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Additional Resources
- Action News Jax – Jacksonville Shazam Songs
- Wikipedia: Jacksonville
- WFTV – Miami Shazam Songs
- Google Search: Jacksonville music scene
- WHIO – Cleveland Shazam Songs
- Google Scholar: Hip-Hop music in Jacksonville
- Stacker – Asheville Shazam Songs
- Encyclopedia Britannica: music in Jacksonville
- Alternative Press – Twenty One Pilots Shazam
- Google News: Shazam trends in Jacksonville
- Stacker – Greenville NC Shazam Songs
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