What’s one time-tested way to elevate the impact of an undeniable hitmaker? One method that has proven out is to pair one great artist with another. It’s a formula you might describe as “one plus one equals three.” Some pairings last for decades, such as Nelly and Kelly Rowland’s “Dilemma” and “My Boo” by Usher and Alicia Keys, not to mention legendary duets like Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell’s “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and Michael Jackson joining forces with Paul McCartney on “The Girl Is Mine.”
The duets tradition goes back to the earliest days of popular music, but in recent years, we’ve seen a real surge of iconic artists joining creative forces to produce certified bangers. Chart-topping Latin twosomes have been cranking out hit songs like Becky G and Ozuna’s “No Drama,” and Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía’s “Beso.”
Other spicy collaborations span genres, creating their own intoxicating cocktails. Witness inspired link-ups that push genre boundaries and artistry to the next level: with Lana Del Rey and The Weeknd uniting on “The Abyss,” Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars on their Grammy-winning “Die With A Smile,” and Tyler, The Creator and Lola Young’s recent collaboration “Like Him,” among many others. Take a dip into our collection of modern collaborative tracks from artists who combine their talents to reach new heights and audiences alike.
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Jordan Adetunji, “KEHLANI (REMIX)” (feat. Kehlani)
SoundCloud Ascending artist Jordan Adentunji reimagines his Grammy-nominated breakthrough hit by inviting Kehlani herself to jump on the remix.
JPEGMAFIA, “i lay down my life for you” (feat. Buzzy Lee)
The renegade Brooklyn rapper swerves into a sweet and soulful lane with his frequent collaborator Buzzy Lee, on guitar and vocals.
A$AP Rocky - “HIGHJACK” (feat. Jessica Pratt)
Ethereal singer-songwriter Jessica Pratt joins the Harlem pretty boy on this 2024 collaboration, blending her country-infused harmonies with A$AP Rocky’s boundary-pushing rap.
Mary J. Blige, “Breathing” (feat. Fabolous)
R&B queen Mary J. Blige links up with rapper Fabolous for a track that feels quintessentially New York.
The Weeknd, Lana Del Rey - “The Abyss”
The Weeknd’s ’80s synth-led R&B blends seamlessly with Lana Del Rey’s tender pop vocals on this track, taken from the former’s 2025 album, ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow.’
Teddy Swims, GIVĒON - “Are You Even Real”
Soul singer Teddy Swims joins forces with R&B heartthrob GIVĒON for this smooth love song, from Swims’ latest album, ‘I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2).’
Marshmello, Kane Brown - “Miles On It”
Country pop vocalist Kane Brown teams up with electronic producer Marshmello for this rousing sing-along, taken from Brown’s 2024 album, ‘The High Road.’
Charli XCX, Billie Eilish - “Guess”
After the high of ‘‘Brat’’ Summer and Charli XCX’s recent Grammys success, this cheeky viral sensation with Billie Eilish has lasting power.
Chlöe, Anderson .Paak - “Favorite”
R&B vocalist Chlöe and rapper-producer Anderson .Paak bring their A game to this funky collaboration, taken from Chlöe’s 2024 album, ‘Trouble In Paradise.’
Koe Wetzel, Jessie Murph - “High Road”
Uniting their modern takes on country rock, Alabama-raised breakthrough Jessie Murph soars on Wetzel’s Texas outlaw sound, taken from his latest album, ‘9 Lives.’
ROSÉ, Bruno Mars - “APT.”
Blackpink vocalist ROSÉ leans into her South Korean heritage on this playful collaboration with hitmaker Bruno Mars, taken from the former’s 2024 solo debut, ‘rosie.’
Fireboy DML, Lagbaja - “back n forth”
On this jazzy Afrobeats track, Nigerian vocalists Fireboy DML and Lagbaja link up for this love song full of longing, from the former’s 2024 album, ‘Adedamola.’
Tyler, The Creator - “Like Him” (feat. Lola Young)
Multifaceted hip-hop artist Tyler, The Creator taps breakthrough British pop singer Lola Young for this 2024 collaboration, taken from his album ‘CHROMAKOPIA.’
SASAMI - “In Love With A Memory” (feat. Clairo)
Los Angeles-based SASAMI meets her gentle match in Clairo; their wispy harmonies carry the former’s latest single, from her forthcoming album, ‘Blood On The Silver Screen,’ due out in March 2025.
Shygirl - “Immaculate” (feat. Saweetie)
R&B-indebted rapper Saweetie hits the rave with London club producer and vocalist Shygirl on this 2024 collaborative single.
Megan Thee Stallion - “Neva Play” (feat. RM)
The “Houston Hottie” continues her sonic love affair with East Asian culture and influences on this bumping rap collaboration with BTS member, RM.
Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars - “Die With A Smile”
Taking home the Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at this year’s ceremony, “Die With A Smile” is a superstar match-up made in heaven between Mars and Gaga.
Central Cee - “GBP” (feat. 21 Savage)
Breakthrough hip-hop artist Central Cee merges his London style with 21 Savage’s atmospheric bars, on this track from Cee’s 2025 debut studio album, ‘CAN’T RUSH GREATNESS.’
The Weeknd & ROSALÍA, “Blinding Lights (Remix)”
To mark the first anniversary of his smash hit, Abel enlisted the Spanish pop star to elevate the tracks into the stratosphere.
Lauv feat. Sofía Reyes, “El Tejano”
Named for a popular North Hollywood bar and restaurant, the “I Like Me Better” singer hit up the Mexican star to imagine a meet-cute.
Babyface & Coco Jones, “Simple”
“The thing about love, it ain’t always simple,” the R&B legend croons on his guest spot on Coco’s 2023 album.
Becky G & Ozuna, “No Drama”
Why settle for drama when you can get the best of both worlds with the American pop star and the Puerto Rican rapper?
Jean Dawson & SZA, “NO SZNS”
2023 was a banner year for SZA collabs, including Lizzo, Drake, Travis Scott, and this one with the experimental pop musician.
Miguel Campello & Nya de la Rubia, “RUMBACUMBIA (DÍA)”
The title is a mashup of two Latin styles, and its delivery is a mashup of two Spanish stars.
PJ Morton & Susan Carol, “Good Morning”
The Grammy winner and his featured singer got up on the right side of the bed for this Valentine’s Day-inspired track.
Rauw Alejandro & Rosalía, “Beso”
For the Spanish-language deprived, “Beso” means “Kiss.” Chef’s kiss to this pairing of two Spanish-speaking superstars.
SZA & Phoebe Bridgers “Ghost in the Machine”
“Definitely my favorite rapper,” Bridgers has said about her collaborator on this track, which started with a DM.
Ozuna & Cardi B, “La Modelo”
Ozuna, often a featured artist, here brings in a notable feature of his own alongside Cardi.
Lana Del Rey & Jon Batiste, “Candy Necklace”
These two dynamos didn’t plan to make music together – it just happened when they crossed paths in the studio.
KAROL G & Nicki Minaj, “Tusa”
From 2019, this reggaeton hit became the first by two lead female artists to debut on top of the Hot Latin Songs chart.
Sofia Reyes & Gera MX, “MILAMORES”
She recently followed up an album about heartbreak with one rooted in self-love, as the title track (with help from rapper Gera MX) makes clear.
Alicia te quiero & Lewis OfMan, “Siesta Freestyle”
French producer and Spanish singer combine on this summer breeze.
Labrinth & Billie Eilish, “Never Felt So Alone”
Featured in the HBO show “Euphoria,” this song from the British singer was released with uncredited vocals from a Pirate.
Shakira & Maluma, “Chantaje”
It’s a battle of the greats as these two Colombian legends sing about the blackmail of an uncertain love affair.
Taylor Swift & Ice Spice “Karma”
You could say it was good “Karma”: Not even a year into her career, Isis Gaston landed a guest spot on this remix by a pretty big star.
Peso Pluma & Anitta, “BELLAKEO”
When Anitta and Peso took the stage for the first live performance of this song, her provocative dancing had fans in a lather
Elton John & Dua Lipa, “Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)”
In recent years, she’s become a superstar. He practically invented the term.
Paula Arenas & Jesús Navarro. “Déjame Llorarte”
The Colombian pop singer and her Mexican counterpart teamed up last year for this kind offer: “Let me cry for you”.
Daniel Caesar & H.E.R., “Best Part”
A true collaboration, the best part about this one is that it appeared on albums by both artists back in 2017.
Miley Cyrus & Brandi Carlile, “Thousand Miles”
“I’m not always right, but still I ain’t got time for what went wrong,” Miley ‘fesses up, with help from another truth-teller.
Kali Uchis & Peso Pluma,“Igual Que Un Ángel”
With a boost from the meteoric Peso Pluma, it’s no wonder this song just debuted at Number One on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart.
Zach Bryan & Kacey Musgraves, "I Remember Everything"
Lead track from the country star’s latest LP, Musgraves’ feature gave them both their first Number One.
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