Locked Out of Heaven

Bruno Mars’s “Locked Out of Heaven” (2012) is a spirited fusion of pop and reggae-rock that channels the vibe of The Police. With its choppy guitar, retro ’80s groove, and Mars’s passionate vocals, the song celebrates love that feels euphoric (and a little illicit). It spent six weeks at No. 1 on the Hot 100 and earned Grammy nods, further cementing Bruno Mars’s reputation for genre-blending throwback hits that still feel fresh.