2012's song of the summer contenders: A slideshow
Usher, Rihanna, and bubbly newcomer Carly Rae Jepsen all have hits vying for the honor. Who will prevail?
By The Week Staff | May 28, 2012
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he "song of the summer" is an informal title that's been used since 1965, when the Beach Boys had a nation of sunbathers all singing along to "California Girls." Last year, by general consensus, LMFAO's ubiquitous "Party Rock Anthem" became the inescapable earworm that defined the season. As Memorial Day weekend unofficially kicks off summer, here's a look at some early contenders for 2012's honor:
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- Former employees say Bank of America lied to a lot of homeowners
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