A few weeks ago, we launched the Pitchfork 2025 Readers’ Poll. Thousands of readers voted on the best songs and albums of the half-decade, and here are the results. (Thanks for voting!) Compare your picks with Pitchfork’s own lists of the best songs and best albums of 2025, and check out all of Pitchfork’s 2025 wrap-up coverage here . The 100 Best Songs of 2025, According to Pitchfork Readers 100. Nourished by Time: “Max Potential” 99. Sabrina Carpenter: “Tears” 98. Lorde: “Current Affairs” 97.