After reviewing and debating this year’s roster of awesome releases, we’re finally ready to share our absolute favorite songs of 2011. From Grammy nominees to relatively unknowns, this was a year that brought forth amazing tracks in everything from folk and blues to lo-fi and hip hop. While this collection of 50 songs isn’t an exhaustive list of everything we loved in 2011, it represents the music that we found truly striking — the music that will stick with us for years to come. Have fun with the list as you pick it apart, re-listen to your favorites and discover the year in music according to us.