Olivia Dean Takes Top Spot on Triple J's Hottest 100 with Emotional Anthem 'Man I Need'
Triple j's annual countdown, the Hottest 100, has crowned its number one artist for 2025: British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean. Her song "Man I Need" earned the top spot, beating out other strong contenders like Keli Holiday's "Dancing2" and Tame Impala's "Dracula".
Dean's victory is a testament to her growing influence in the music scene, as her album received widespread critical acclaim and resonated deeply with listeners. The song's emotional lyrics and soaring melody likely contributed to its widespread appeal.
The Hottest 100 countdown featured an impressive mix of Australian and international artists, but Dean emerged victorious in a tightly contested field. Her strong showing was not limited to "Man I Need", as she also placed two other tracks in the top 20: "So Easy (To Fall In Love)" at number 11 and her collaboration with Sam Fender, "Rein Me In," at number 14.
The Hottest 100 has become a staple of Australian music culture, drawing millions of votes each year and serving as a snapshot of the most popular songs over the past 12 months. This year's countdown was marked by several notable milestones, including the emergence of 26 new artists and multiple entries from established acts like Hilltop Hoods and Spacey Jane.
As the countdown concludes, fans will have to wait until next year to see which artists will take the top spots. But for now, Olivia Dean can bask in the glory of her well-deserved victory, cementing her place as one of Australia's most promising young talents.
Triple j's annual countdown, the Hottest 100, has crowned its number one artist for 2025: British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean. Her song "Man I Need" earned the top spot, beating out other strong contenders like Keli Holiday's "Dancing2" and Tame Impala's "Dracula".
Dean's victory is a testament to her growing influence in the music scene, as her album received widespread critical acclaim and resonated deeply with listeners. The song's emotional lyrics and soaring melody likely contributed to its widespread appeal.
The Hottest 100 countdown featured an impressive mix of Australian and international artists, but Dean emerged victorious in a tightly contested field. Her strong showing was not limited to "Man I Need", as she also placed two other tracks in the top 20: "So Easy (To Fall In Love)" at number 11 and her collaboration with Sam Fender, "Rein Me In," at number 14.
The Hottest 100 has become a staple of Australian music culture, drawing millions of votes each year and serving as a snapshot of the most popular songs over the past 12 months. This year's countdown was marked by several notable milestones, including the emergence of 26 new artists and multiple entries from established acts like Hilltop Hoods and Spacey Jane.
As the countdown concludes, fans will have to wait until next year to see which artists will take the top spots. But for now, Olivia Dean can bask in the glory of her well-deserved victory, cementing her place as one of Australia's most promising young talents.
. I mean, "Dancing2" by Keli Holiday is a total banger and "Dracula" by Tame Impala is so last year... Olivia Dean's song just got all the hype 
. And what's with all these new artists? They're like, unknown to me 
. Give me some established acts any day 
. The Hottest 100 should focus on the classics, not try to bring in some fresh faces 
. Dean's song was catchy, I'll give her that... but it didn't blow me away 
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! I mean, "Man I Need" is such an emotional anthem and it's no surprise it took the top spot. The way she pours her heart out in that song is just so relatable 
. And can we talk about how amazing it is to see a new face take the stage? British artist Olivia Dean is like, totally on our radar now 
! I'm loving her vibe and the fact that she's not afraid to get vulnerable with her music is super admirable 
. Her album got so much love from critics and fans alike, but this victory shows us she's more than just a promising new talent – she's a force to be reckoned with 
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, i'm not surprised olivia dean took the top spot tho... "man i need" is such a vibe 
. i mean, have you listened to her album? it's like she pours her heart out on every track 
. and the fact that it resonated with so many people just shows how talented she is 
. i think it's awesome that triple j's hottest 100 has become such a big deal in australia - it's like we get to be a part of something special every year 
. anyway, congrats to olivia dean on her win 
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I think it was robbed. Olivia Dean's album was def getting a lot of buzz, but it feels like everyone knew she was gonna be a contender from the get-go. 
. As for new artists emerging, that's always exciting to see fresh talent pop up - will we see more of them next year? 
she totally slayed the game with her emotional anthem 'Man I Need' it's like her song really spoke to everyone who listened to it 
and now she's taking home the top spot. I mean we've been hearing great things about her album for ages and it's awesome to see her getting the recognition she deserves 
. And you know what's even better? That this year's hottest 100 had some amazing new artists popping up and old favorites like Hilltop Hoods making a comeback 
can't wait to see what other music she drops in the future! 
anyway, congrats olivia dean!! you're an inspiration to so many young artists out there and i'm honored to have been able to witness your rise to fame 
i finally got to listen to olivia dean's album and 'man i need' is literally my jam 
. I think what really set Olivia Dean apart was how relatable her music is - people just can't get enough of that emotional vibe 
! Can't wait to see what the future holds for this talented artist 
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I think what's really cool about this whole Hottest 100 thing is how it highlights the power of art to bring people together 
. It's also awesome to see a new talent like Olivia take the top spot - it shows that there's always room for fresh voices and perspectives 
. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good countdown that celebrates our shared musical tastes? 
. "Man I Need" is such a powerful song and it's amazing to see how well-received it was by the audience. I love that it showcases her emotional side, she's definitely making waves in the music scene right now 
. Can't wait to see what Olivia Dean has in store for us next!