CEM Top 10 Soca Singles – July 2026

Top Soca Songs July 2026: New Entries Shake Up Caribbean

The post-Carnival season has officially entered a new chapter.

While many of the biggest Road March anthems continue to dominate speakers across the Caribbean, July has also welcomed fresh contenders that are quickly becoming staples on playlists, radio stations, festivals, and beach parties from Barbados and Saint Lucia to Toronto, New York, London, and beyond.

This month's CEM Top 10 Soca Singles sees two exciting new entries, the return of a fan favorite, and several songs proving that the best soca records no longer disappear once Carnival ends.

Compiled by the editorial team at Caribbean EMagazine, the CEM Top 10 reflects streaming performance, YouTube engagement, DJ support, radio airplay, festival popularity, playlist placements, longevity, cultural impact, and editorial analysis to recognize the songs making the biggest impact across the Caribbean and its global diaspora.

Here's how the chart shapes up for July 2026.

👑 #1 – "Cyah Behave"

Voice (No Change)

For a second consecutive month, Voice remains firmly at No. 1. "Cyah Behave" has become one of the defining Caribbean songs of 2026, continuing to dominate streaming platforms while remaining a guaranteed crowd favorite at Crop Over, Saint Lucia Carnival, and summer Caribbean festivals worldwide.

🆕 #2 – "Encore"

Machel Montano (New Entry)

The highest debut of the month belongs to Machel Montano. "Encore" has experienced a major surge in popularity thanks to strong streaming numbers, festival performances, and widespread DJ support. It feels less like a new release and more like another modern classic from the King of Soca.

⬇️ #3 – "CAPITAL"

Mical Teja & Patrice Roberts

After an impressive June run, "CAPITAL" slips one position but remains one of the year's strongest collaborations. Mical Teja and Patrice Roberts continue to deliver one of 2026's most polished and replay-worthy records.

⬇️ #4 – "Still A Road Man"

Bunji Garlin & XplicitMevon

Bunji Garlin continues his remarkable consistency with a record that refuses to lose momentum. Aggressive production and commanding lyrics have kept "Still A Road Man" among the most requested songs at Caribbean events throughout the summer.

🆕 #5 – "Move Out D Way"

Paris Coutain, Machel Montano & Travis World (New Entry)

One of July's biggest breakthrough records, "Move Out D Way" has steadily gained traction across YouTube, Spotify playlists, and DJ rotations. Its explosive energy has made it one of the fastest-rising soca songs of the summer.

⬇️ #6 – "Pieces"

Nadia Batson

Few songs have enjoyed the longevity of "Pieces." Nadia Batson's emotionally rich anthem continues to connect with listeners months after its release, proving that great songwriting always has a place in soca.

⬇️ #7 – "Rum & Coca-Cola"

Kes & Tano

Still refreshing after months on the charts, Kes delivers another timeless feel-good anthem. While newer releases continue to emerge, "Rum & Coca-Cola" remains a favorite for DJs and fans alike.

⬆️ #8 – "Kaya"

Freetown Collective & XplicitMevon

"Kaya" climbs one spot this month as audiences continue embracing its uplifting message and refreshing musical approach. The record remains one of the year's most distinctive soca releases.

🔁 #9 – "Jab Decisions"

V'ghn, Kay Frass & Terra D Governor (Returning to the Chart)

After briefly falling out of the Top 10, "Jab Decisions" returns thanks to renewed interest during Grenada's Spicemas season. Its infectious Jab energy and growing festival support have earned it another well-deserved place on the chart.

🆕 #10 – "Carry It"

Bunji Garlin & Stemz (Debut)

Closing out this month's chart is another strong entry from Bunji Garlin. "Carry It" has quietly built momentum over the past several weeks and now earns its first appearance in the CEM Top 10.

Biggest Movers This Month

July introduces fresh movement across the chart, signaling that the post-Carnival season remains highly competitive.

• Highest New Entry: Encore – Machel Montano (#2)

• Breakout Record: Move Out D Way – Paris Coutain, Machel Montano & Travis World (#5)

• Returning Hit: Jab Decisions – V'ghn, Kay Frass & Terra D Governor (#9)

• New Debut: Carry It – Bunji Garlin & Stemz (#10)

  
  

Meanwhile, Wedding Band and Rock So exit the Top 10 after impressive multi-month runs, reflecting the natural evolution of this year's soca landscape.

Final Thoughts

July 2026 demonstrates that soca's biggest records are enjoying longer lifespans than ever before. Rather than fading once Carnival ends, today's top releases continue to thrive through streaming, social media, international festivals, and Caribbean events around the globe.

Voice continues to set the pace with "Cyah Behave," but with Machel Montano landing the month's biggest new entry and several records gaining momentum heading into August, the race for the No. 1 spot is far from over.

CEM Top 10 Soca Singles – July 2026

1. Cyah Behave — Voice

2. 🆕 Encore — Machel Montano

3. CAPITAL — Mical Teja & Patrice Roberts

4. Still A Road Man — Bunji Garlin & XplicitMevon

5. 🆕 Move Out D Way — Paris Coutain, Machel Montano & Travis World

6. Pieces — Nadia Batson

7. Rum & Coca-Cola — Kes & Tano

8. Kaya — Freetown Collective & XplicitMevon

9. 🔁 Jab Decisions — V'ghn, Kay Frass & Terra D Governor

10. 🆕 Carry It — Bunji Garlin & Stemz

🏆 CEM Soca Artist of the Month – July 2026

Voice

Why Voice?

Unlike Machel Montano, who has multiple songs charting, Voice earns the honor because of the strength and impact of a single record.

• 👑 "Cyah Behave" remains the No. 1 song for a second consecutive month.

• 🔥 The song continues to dominate streaming platforms, DJ playlists, and Caribbean summer festivals.

• 🌎 It has successfully transitioned from a Carnival hit into one of the defining Caribbean songs of the year.

• 🎤 Voice has reinforced his reputation as one of soca's premier performers with a record that has resonated across the Caribbean and the global diaspora.

Editor's Note

While Machel Montano arguably had the strongest overall presence on the chart with three entries ("Encore," "Move Out D Way," and his collaboration on "Move Out D Way"), Voice deserves the spotlight this month because he owns the No. 1 record and has sustained its momentum longer than any other artist on the chart.

CEM Chart Methodology

The CEM Top 10 Soca Singles is Caribbean EMagazine's editorial chart, recognizing the Top Soca Songs July 2026 based on streaming performance, YouTube engagement, playlist placements, DJ support, radio airplay, festival popularity, longevity, cultural impact, and editorial analysis. Rather than mirroring any single commercial chart, the CEM Top 10 reflects the songs making the greatest overall impact across the Caribbean and its global diaspora.

By Dante Jackson Entertainment Editor | Caribbean EMagazine