2014 has been a year of quite a few surprises in new music. Many artists released singles without an album pending. There has also been a variety of memorable songs released for movies and TV shows. From a subdued dance track to a noisy exclamation of trouble to come, here are the top 10 songs of 2014.

10. Kele: Humour Me

9. The War on Drugs: An Ocean in Between the Waves

8. Drake: How About Now

7. Miguel: Simplethings

6. Drake: 0 to 100

5. Bon Iver: Heavenly Father

4. Real Estate: Crime

3. Motorama: Special Day

2. Tijuana Panthers: Money Jar

1. Cymbals Eat Guitars: Warning