Best Bruno Mars song

“Die With a Smile”

Since his debut album 15 years ago, Bruno Mars has been hitting national and global music charts. Over the last summer, Mars joined alongside the influential pop singer Lady Gaga to produce a popular hit single, Die With a Smile.

Mars and Gaga’s song remains in the top three on global charts accessed through Apple Music after being released five months ago. With strong vocals, the artists put together a musical pop ballad about only wanting to be next to each other despite facing the end of the world.

The lyrics create an anthem of love that allows people to feel the cinematic emotion of devotion and romanticizing life. This makes the song a perfect choice for many major occasions including weddings and funerals.

The blend of each artist's voice makes a perfect melody and allows listeners to sing along in a heartfelt way. While Mars has a variety of great songs this is definitely in the competition for one of his best. Like many of his other songs, the musicality of this single will always be recognizable and allow listeners to feel such raw empathy. - Jessica Goldstein

Jessica Goldstein is a second-year majoring in digital and print journalism. To contact her, email jng5536@psu.edu.

Best Bruno Mars Songs: “When I Was Your Man”

“When I Was Your Man” is a perfect combination of vocals and lyricism from Bruno Mars. This sad classic from his catalog is sure to invoke emotion.

“When I Was Your Man” is a song that many people probably feel that they can relate to, and if not, at least sympathize with. Bruno Mars is pouring his heart out about a past relationship that is now gone. He sings about all of the things that he should have done and how he hopes that his former lover's new man will treat her right.

The music video is also incredible and further adds to how great this song is. With over one billion views, it is clear that this is a popular opinion. The piano in this song is wonderful, so it is a nice touch to be able to watch him play it as he tells this melodic story.

Across a large inventory of hits, “When I Was Your Man” stands out among the rest. - Noah Vickery

Noah Vickery is a second-year majoring in communications. To contact him, email nmv5292@psu.edu.

“Versace on the Floor”

When it comes to Bruno Mars, it’s impossible to say what kind of song he excels best at. He nails everything from the catchy, upbeat pop to the power break-up ballads.

But the best song from Mars has to be the romantic and sultry “Versace on the Floor” from his third album “24K Magic.”

The vocal performance is magical and alluring. Mars is a renowned vocalist, but the way he just lets his voice shine on this song makes it impossible not to sing along.

Lyrically, “Versace on the Floor” details a romantic night. Through the mesmerizing production, it’s impossible to not imagine a luxurious night out with a special someone.

An R&B-inspired song, has a relaxed nature with retro synths and breezy guitar.

The subtlety to the seductive nature of this song makes it a far more fun listen as it can manage to be both sexy and glamorous.

Paired with a beautifully shot music video starring Zendaya, this song is the exact aesthetic of the perfect night out.

“Versace on the Floor” is an expertly produced and written 80s-inspired song that capitalizes on Mars’s strengths with powerful and addictive vocals. - Sophia D’Ovidio

Sophia D’Ovidio is a fourth-year majoring in digital and print journalism. To contact her, email sgd5184@psu.edu.