It’s almost Christmas and what would the festive season be without some recognition of the best of 2019? Over the next month we’ll shortlist five nominees in each of 14 categories for our Oscars, or monstas if you will, of 2019.

• Read on for nominees for the monsta for best song of the year. 2018 winner: Make Me Feel by Janelle Monae

1. Bad Guy by Billie Eilish 02 tickets for July 2020  Billie Eilish official

2. C U Next Tuesday by Shakespears Sister Review Gig tickets

3. Dance Monkey by Tones And I Gig tickets

4. Good As Hell by Lizzo Gig tickets

5. Spirit In The Sky by KEiiNO Review Gig tickets

• Who should win? Tell us in the comments below or email us at neildurham3@gmail.com. Want to know why we like this shortlist? Click on the tags to read our reviews. Winner revealed 30/12/19.
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