January’s Hot Pick Guyana’s new & trending sound

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Jan 31
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Guyana’s Hardest Songs Set the Tone for the Year

By GT Music Scene | January 2026

January didn’t warm up the year it set the standard.

From comeback records and chart domination to comment-section debates and undeniable street reactions, Guyana’s music scene came out swinging in the first month of 2026. These weren’t just popular songs these were records people argued about, replayed, defended, and stood on.

Welcome to GT Music Scene’s January 2026 Hot Picks where momentum, impact, and real listening habits matter.

TOP 10: THE SONGS THAT CONTROLLED JANUARY

#1 – Samuel Medas – “Rise Up De Sword”

This record didn’t creep to the top it took it.

“Rise Up De Sword” became the defining sound of January, cutting through playlists, conversations, and rankings with authority. The energy, message, and timing aligned perfectly, making it impossible to ignore.

This song is also the reason a major comeback had to settle for #2.

#2 – Lola Doll – “All My Enemies”

Lola Doll returned with intent.

“All My Enemies” was a clear statement record confident, sharp, and unapologetic. Many expected it to reclaim the #1 spot instantly, and honestly, it came close. But January belonged to momentum, and Samuel Medas had too much of it.

Still, this record proved one thing: Lola is very much still in the conversation.

#3 – Vybz Kartel & Slingerz – “Only Gets Better (Forever)”

When legends link with intention, the result is longevity.

This record held its position steadily, earning respect not just off name recognition, but replay value. It’s the kind of song that ages well and January listeners responded.

#4 – Samuel Medas – “Running With Horses”

By this point, a pattern was clear.

Samuel Medas wasn’t just charting he was stacking impact. “Running With Horses” added depth to his January run, proving the #1 spot wasn’t luck.

#5 – Samuel Medas – “We Come Running”

Three songs in the Top 5 says everything.

This wasn’t oversaturation this was dominance. Few artists can release multiple records and have each one connect on its own. January proved Samuel Medas is in a serious zone.

THE REST OF THE TOP 10 (NO FILLER)

#6 – BNick – “Talk To God”

A reflective record that resonated deeply.
#7 – Samuel Medas – “Last Time I Checked”

Confidence backed by consistency.
#8 – Chronic Law & Slingerz – “Informer”

A hard-hitting collab that stayed active all month.
#9 – Lola Doll – “Come Downstairs”

Another solid showing from Lola, reinforcing her presence.
#10 – Dem Guyanese Boyz – “Ride”

Street energy that earned its place.

HOT PICKS TOP 20 & 30: WHERE DEPTH MATTERS

January wasn’t top-heavy the mid-chart records were active, and that matters.

Artists like Omaiah Hall, Nelly Cottoy, BNick, and Jourdin Pauline showed range and consistency, while tracks like “Breakway,” “Ominira (Freedom),” and “Keep On Winning” continued to build momentum.

And yes Nelly’s placement sparked conversation in the comments, reminding everyone that Hot Picks isn’t just a list it’s a discussion.

That’s healthy.

That’s culture.