<h1><b> Best English Songs Of 2012 </b></h1>

So the past couple of posts were movie reviews, now I'm back again with a brand new list of most popular english songs of 2012, the top 20 English songs. So for anybody who has been not in touch with the latest songs, this should be a good enough list.

These Top songs of 2012 are not arranged in any particular order. And the list is no genre specific. It also includes some Hits from the later part of 2011 which weren't included in the 2011 post.

Along with the the list, keeping with the tradition at TCT I'm attaching certain helpful links via which you guys can download songs for free, you can checkout the song lyrics, for guitar lovers (like me) I'm giving out guitar chords and even watch the embedded video for each song.

Hope you like the list friends, do leave your views, reviews and suggestions etc. in the comment box below.

So here's the list, have a good time guessing :)

1) Katy Perry – Part Of Me

First on my list is this new song by the American pop singer Katy Perry, is a song from her documentary picture of the same name 'Part Of Me' which released in US and Canada on 5th July, 2012. Nice music and an interesting video this single was a part of her album 'Teenage Dream'. It has been a chart topper in many countries. Lyrics (Chorus): This is the part of me That you’re never gonna ever take away from me, no This is the part of me That you’re never gonna ever take away from me, no Throw your sticks and your stones, throw your bombs and your blows But you’re not gonna break my soul This is the part of me That you’re never gonna ever take away from me, no LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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2) Kelly Clarkson – Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)

This upbeat and vibrant track from the beautiful American pop singer Kelly Clarkson is part of her new album 'Stronger'. It was originally named 'What doesn't kill you (Stronger)'. This one will surely stay in your playlist for a long time. Lyrics (Chorus): What doesn't kill you makes you stronger Stand a little taller Doesn't mean I'm lonely when I'm alone What doesn't kill you makes a fighter Footsteps even lighter Doesn't mean I'm over cause you're gone LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download (2nd song in the list) Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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3) Justin Beiber – Boyfriend

Okay honestly speaking I'm not a JB fan, but music is and should be beyond any prejudices. So I gave this song a listen given its immense popularity and to my surprise its really good and the Canadian teenage sensation Justin Beiber certainly seems to have grown up in terms of his music. The song boasts of a catchy tune, and infectious music. Lyrics (Chorus): If I was your boyfriend, never let you go Keep you on my arm girl, you’d never be alone I can be a gentleman, anything you want LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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4) Nicki Minaj – Starships

This song 'Starships' from the Caribbean-American artist 'Nicki Minaj' is quite a fun track from her second album 'Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded'. With a controversial, explicit video and lyrics this single has become quite popular. It is that type of a song that makes you hit the replay button again and again courtesy its uniqueness. Lyrics (Chorus): Starships were meant to fly Hands up and touch the sky Can’t stop ‘cause we’re so high Let’s do this one more time LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download (10th song on the list) Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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5) Demi Lovato – Give Your Heart A Break

'Give Your Heart A Break' is the latest track from the talented 19-year old American Artist 'Demi Lovato'. It is from her third album 'Unbroken'. The single peaked in the Top 40 charts, giving Demi much acclaim for her singing as well. Overall a great track. Lyrics (Chorus): Don't wanna break your heart Wanna give your heart a break I know you're scared it's wrong Like you might make a mistake There's just one life to live And there's no time to waste (to waste) So let me give your heart a break LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download (10th song on the list) Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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6) Carly Rae Jepsen — Call Me Maybe

'Call Me Maybe' by Canadian recording Artist 'Carly Rae Jepsen' has received much acclaim and popularity. It has peaked at numero uno spots in many countries. At the same time the song has received positive reviews from contemporary critics. The song comprises a fun video, and interesting music. Lyrics (Chorus): Hey I just met you And this is crazy But here’s my number So call me maybe It’s hard to look right at you baby But here’s my number So call me maybe LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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7) Maroon 5 feat. Wiz Khalifa – Payphone

One of my old favorite pop rock/alternative rock bands Maroon 5's new single 'Payphone' has been recorded in collaboration with the American Rapper 'Wiz Khalifa' and is from their fourth studio album 'Overexposed'. This single is a pop ballad talking about a romance that is no more. Within a couple of listens I'm certain anyone would start humming this catchy number. The song video is animated though but quite good. Lyrics (Chorus): I’m at a payphone trying to call home All of my change I’ve spent on you Where have the times gone baby It’s all wrong, where are the plans we made for two LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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8) Taylor Swift – Eyes Open

'Eyes Open' is the new track from the popular American country pop singer 'Taylor Swift' that is part of the soundtrack album of the movie 'The Hunger Games'. The song was considered a standout from the rest of the album, and has achieved critical acclaim as well. In the sweet voice of Taylor Swift this song will definitely win your hearts. Lyrics (Chorus): Everybody's waiting for you to breakdown Everybody's watching to see the fallout Even when you're sleeping, sleeping Keep your ey-eyes open Keep your ey-eyes open Keep your ey-eyes open LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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9) Fun – We Are Young

A bit less popular single 'We Are Young' is an amazing track from the American alternative rock band 'Fun' part of their latest album 'Some Nights' featuring Janelle Monáe. The song peaked at the number 1 spot on the U.S Billboard Hot 100 becoming the 1st alternative rock song to do so after Colplay's Viva La Vida in 2008. It is quite a unique song, with an interesting video. Lyrics (Chorus): Toniiiighttt We are young So let’s set the world on fiiiiirrreeee We can burn briiiiighter than the sun LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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10) Flo Rida - Whistle

American rapper "Flo Rida's" new single 'Whistle' from his fourth studio album 'Wild Ones' has already become a commercial success. The whistling melody heard in the background makes the song catchy and gives it that X-Factor. Due the whistle the song has been compared to Maroon 5's Moves Like Jagger. Although receiving mixed reviews from the critics the song has peaked the charts in many countries. Lyrics (Chorus): Can you blow my whistle baby, whistle baby Let me know Girl I'm gonna show you how to do it And we start real slow You just put your lips together And you come real close Can you blow my whistle baby, whistle baby Here we go LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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11) Jason Mraz - I Won’t Give Up

'I Won't Give Up' by American artist 'Jason Mraz' of 'I'm Yours' fame is a beautiful song and also one of my favorites amongst the others on the list. After just one listen I was a big fan of this emotional romantic number in the amazing voice of Jason accompanied by a piano and guitar. Those people facing problems in their relationships should certainly listen to this song and gain some much needed inspiration. The lyric video of the song that I have embedded in the end is also a fabulous piece of work and no doubt it has got more hits than the official music video on YouTube. Lyrics (Chorus): I won't give up on us Even if the skies get rough I'm giving you all my love I'm still looking up LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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12) Christina Perri ft. Jason Mraz – Distance

This song from the American singer-songwriter and musician 'Christina Perri' featuring vocals from 'Jason Mraz' is from her debut album 'Lovestrong'. The song has nice vocals, lyrics as well as good music in short you'll love the track :) Also the song video is quite exquisite. Lyrics (Chorus): And I will make sure to keep my distance Say "I love you" when you're not listening How long can we keep this up, up, up? LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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13) Carrie Underwood – Good Girl

This country song from the talented American artist 'Carrie Underwood' also a previous winner of 'American Idol' is a single from her fourth studio album 'Blown Away'. The song has emerged as a big radio hit, courtesy some superb vocals and admirable music also coupled with a good music video. Lyrics (Chorus): Hey, good girl You got a heart of gold You want a white wedding And a hand you can hold Just like you should, girl Like every good girl does Want a fairytale ending, somebody to love LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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14) Katy Perry – Wide Awake

The second song by 'Katy Perry' in my list, 'Wide Awake' is from her latest album 'Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection'. Electro beats are used in the song, which make it an interesting listen. The lyrics represent the heart breaking emotions experienced by a girl after z break up, as is shown in the video. Lyrics (Chorus): I'm wide awake Yeah, I am born again Outta the lion's den I don't have to pretend And it's too late The story's over now, the end LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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15) Linkin Park - Burn It Down

'Burn It Down' is a new single by the popular American rock band 'Linkin Park' from their fifth studio album 'Living Things'. The track and the band has received a great response from the critics. The single has also topped many rock charts across the globe. Commendable music and neat vocals from 'Mike Shinoda' make this track excellent. Lyrics (Chorus): We’re building it up To break it back down We’re building it up To burn it down We can’t wait To burn it to the ground LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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16) Train — Drive By

'Drive By' is the top single by American pop rock band 'Train' from their sixth studio album 'California 37'. The song peaked at number 10 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 as well receiving good reviews. Its music video is quite intriguing, overall a great song. Lyrics (Chorus): Oh I swear to ya I’ll be there for ya This is not a drive by Just a shy guy looking for a two ply Hefty bag to hold my love When you move me everything is groovy They don’t like it sue me The way you do me Oh I swear to ya I’ll be there for ya This is not a drive by LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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17) Adele – Rumour Has It (2011)

The brilliant British 6 Grammy winner sensation 'Adele's' single 'Rumour Has It' is the last single from her album '21'. It is quite a unique song, different from Adele's earlier compositions this one is unique somewhat because of its 'catchiness'. The song peaked at the 16 spot on Billboard Hot 100. I am also embedding a live video of Adele performing the track. Lyrics (Chorus): Bless your soul, you got your head in the clouds She made a fool out of you and, boy,she's bringing you down She made your heart melt but you're cold to the core Now rumour has it, she ain't got your love anymore Rumour has it (Rumour) Rumour has it (Rumour) LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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18) Christina Perri — A Thousand Years (2011)

'A Thousand Years' is the 2nd song by the American artist 'Christina Perri' on my list, the song is from the soundtrack album of the movie 'Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1'. The song is much appreciated for its elegant vocals, and meaningful lyrics. Also listen to the splendid 'Jar Of Hearts' by the same singer. Lyrics (Chorus): I have died everyday waiting for you Darling don't be afraid I have loved you For a thousand years I'll love you for a thousand more LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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19) Gotye feat. Kimbra – Somebody That I Used To Know (2011)

'Somebody That I Used To Know' is one of the most magnificent and exclusive tracks on my list, also the most successful compositions of the Belgian-Australian artist 'Gotye' featuring vocals by New Zealand based singer 'Kimbra'. The most distinguished thing about this indie-pop ballad is its uniqueness. The track has peaked at the Numero Uno spot in most of the song charts all over the globe. The video of the track features the singers naked with artwork on their body, camouflaging superbly with the background. The video is amongst the most popular ones on YouTube with a 9-digit hit rate. Lyrics (Chorus): But you didn't have to cut me off Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing And I don't even need your love But you treat me like a stranger and that feels so rough No you didn't have to stoop so low Have your friends collect your records and then change your number I guess that I don't need that though Now you're just somebody that I used to know LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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20) One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful (2011)

Last but certainly not the least on the list is the 2011 hit song 'What Makes You Beautiful' by the relatively new but quite famous British-Irish boy band 'One Direction'. The song is their debut single from their first album 'Up All Night'. The track has brought many laurels, accolades to the boy band. Great vocals and the teen appeal have been the attraction for the song. In the video the boys can be seen singing and having fun. Lyrics (Chorus): Baby you light up my world like nobody else, The way that you flip your hair gets me overwhelmed, But when you smile at the ground it ain't hard to tell, You don't know, Oh oh, You don't know you're beautiful, If only you saw what I can see, You'll understand why I want you so desperately, Right now I'm looking at you and I can't believe, You don't know, Oh oh, You don't know you're beautiful, Oh oh, LINKS: Free Mp3 Song Download Lyrics Guitar Chords/Tabs

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CREDITS:

Information, summary and facts provided about the songs in the post are my own creation with influences from Wikipedia.org.

Whereas the video is embedded from the video sharing website giant YouTube.com.

The free song download links are procured from the internet from sites like SongsLover.pk, Dilandau.eu,Mp3Juices.com.
Whereas all lyrics are from Lyrics.com.
And Guitar Chords links are from eChords.com





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Also see:

Greatest Songs Of All Time
Best English Songs Of 2011
Top Hindi Songs Of 2012