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Rediscovering the Biggest Songs of the 2000s: A Definitive Playlist

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The 2000s were a dynamic and transformative decade for music, birthing a plethora of songs that not only dominated charts but also shaped the cultural zeitgeist. This era saw genres colliding and evolving, producing a unique soundscape that ranged from the hard-hitting verses of hip-hop icons to the infectious hooks of pop anthems. From the early experimentation that blurred genre boundaries to the polished pop perfection that reigned supreme, the songs in the 2000’s left an indelible mark on music history.

This list isn’t just a collection of popular tunes; it’s a curated journey through the decade’s top hits, meticulously ranked using the Nolan Method. This unique approach, developed by Jarrett Nolan, considers a song’s performance across airplay, sales, and streaming data from Billboard, offering a comprehensive measure of impact on the Billboard Hot 100. Join us as we dive into this definitive list and rediscover the iconic tracks and songs in the 2000’s that continue to resonate with audiences today and influence contemporary artists.

2000: Setting the Stage for a New Millennium of Music

The year 2000 marked the dawn of a new millennium, and the music charts reflected this sense of fresh beginnings and evolving sounds. Pop continued its reign, but with a growing fusion of genres like R&B, hip-hop, and even rock elements creeping into mainstream songs of 2000. This year’s top tracks showcased both established artists and rising stars, setting the stage for the diverse musical landscape that would define the decade.

  1. BREATHE by Faith Hill
  2. I WANNA KNOW by Joe
  3. SMOOTH by Santana featuring Rob Thomas
  4. EVERYTHING YOU WANT by Vertical Horizon
  5. MARIA MARIA by Santana featuring The Product G&B
  6. BENT by Matchbox Twenty
  7. TRY AGAIN by Aaliyah
  8. HE WASN’T MAN ENOUGH by Toni Braxton
  9. I KNEW I LOVED YOU by Savage Garden
  10. THERE YOU GO by Pink
  11. AMAZED by Lonestar
  12. SAY MY NAME by Destiny’s Child
  13. JUMPIN’, JUMPIN’ by Destiny’s Child
  14. HIGHER by Creed
  15. THONG SONG by Sisqó
  16. YOU SANG TO ME by Marc Anthony
  17. BACK AT ONE by Brian McKnight
  18. BYE BYE BYE by ‘N Sync
  19. GET IT ON TONITE by Montell Jordan
  20. KRYPTONITE by 3 Doors Down
  21. BRING IT ALL TO ME by Blaque
  22. I NEED TO KNOW by Marc Anthony
  23. IT’S GONNA BE ME by ‘N Sync
  24. I TRY by Macy Gray
  25. WHAT A GIRL WANTS by Christina Aguilera
  26. COUNTRY GRAMMAR (HOT SHIT) by Nelly
  27. THAT’S THE WAY IT IS by Celine Dion
  28. INCOMPLETE by Sisqó
  29. HOT BOYZ by Missy Elliott featuring Nas, Eve and Q-Tip
  30. DOESN’T REALLY MATTER by Janet Jackson
  31. NO MORE by Ruff Endz
  32. MUSIC by Madonna
  33. BE WITH YOU by Enrique Iglesias
  34. ABSOLUTELY (STORY OF A GIRL) by Nine Days
  35. SHOW ME THE MEANING OF BEING LONELY by Backstreet Boys
  36. IT FEELS SO GOOD by Sonique
  37. BACK HERE by BBMak
  38. COME ON OVER BABY (ALL I WANT IS YOU) by Christina Aguilera
  39. MY LOVE IS YOUR LOVE by Whitney Houston
  40. WITH ARMS WIDE OPEN by Creed
  41. I TURN TO YOU by Christina Aguilera
  42. THEN THE MORNING COMES by Smash Mouth
  43. MOST GIRLS by Pink
  44. NEVER LET YOU GO by Third Eye Blind
  45. THE REAL SLIM SHADY by Eminem
  46. I WANNA LOVE YOU FOREVER by Jessica Simpson
  47. BLUE (DA BA DEE) by Eiffel 65
  48. ALL THE SMALL THINGS by Blink 182
  49. WIFEY by Next
  50. I NEED YOU by LeAnn Rimes
  51. U KNOW WHAT’S UP by Donell Jones
  52. OOPS!… I DID IT AGAIN by Britney Spears
  53. LET’S GET MARRIED by Jagged Edge
  54. WONDERFUL by Everclear
  55. GIVE ME JUST ONE NIGHT (UNA NOCHE) by 98 Degrees
  56. SHAKE YA ASS by Mystikal
  57. DESERT ROSE by Sting featuring Cheb Mami
  58. THANK GOD I FOUND YOU by Mariah Carey featuring Joe and 98 Degrees
  59. TAKE A PICTURE by Filter
  60. CASE OF THE EX (WHATCHA GONNA DO) by Mýa
  61. HE CAN’T LOVE U by Jagged Edge
  62. WAITING FOR TONIGHT by Jennifer Lopez
  63. BIG PIMPIN’ by Jay-Z featuring UGK
  64. OTHERSIDE by Red Hot Chili Peppers
  65. GIRL ON TV by LFO
  66. BAG LADY by Erykah Badu
  67. THE WAY YOU LOVE ME by Faith Hill
  68. THIS I PROMISE YOU by N Sync
  69. MEET VIRGINIA by Train
  70. 24/7 by Kevon Edmonds
  71. GOTTA TELL YOU by Samantha Mumba
  72. SEPARATED by Avant
  73. INDEPENDENT WOMEN by Destiny’s Child
  74. I WISH by Carl Thomas
  75. LEARN TO FLY by Foo Fighters
  76. STEAL MY SUNSHINE by Len
  77. LIAR by Profyle
  78. FADED by soulDecision featuring Thrust
  79. BOUNCE WITH ME by Lil’ Bow Wow featuring Xscape
  80. SHE BANGS by Ricky Martin
  81. ONLY GOD KNOWS WHY by Kid Rock
  82. BETWEEN ME AND YOU by Ja Rule Featuring Christina Milian
  83. UNPRETTY by TLC
  84. SHAPE OF MY HEART by Backstreet Boys
  85. WHERE MY GIRLS AT? by 702
  86. GOODBYE EARL by Dixie Chicks
  87. MAMBO NO. 5 (A LITTLE BIT OF…) by Lou Bega
  88. FORGOT ABOUT DRE by Dr. Dre featuring Eminem
  89. BACK THAT AZZ UP by Juvenile featuring Mannie Fresh and Lil Wayne
  90. SWEAR IT AGAIN by Westlife
  91. DON’T THINK I’M NOT by Kandi
  92. BIG DEAL by LeAnn Rimes
  93. I THINK I’M IN LOVE WITH YOU by Jessica Simpson
  94. YOU’RE A GOD by Vertical Horizon
  95. PARTY UP (UP IN HERE) by DMX
  96. FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY BROKEN HEART by Britney Spears
  97. DANCE WITH ME by Debelah Morgan
  98. PINCH ME by Barenaked Ladies
  99. THAT’S THE WAY by Jo Dee Messina
  100. PUREST OF PAIN (A PURO DOLOR) by Son by Four

2001: Genre Blending and the Rise of New Icons

2001 witnessed a further blurring of genre lines, with songs of 2001 showcasing an eclectic mix of sounds that defied easy categorization. Hip-hop and R&B continued their chart dominance, but rock and pop artists carved out significant space with memorable anthems and ballads. This year also marked the breakthrough of several artists who would become defining voices of the 2000s.

  1. HANGING BY A MOMENT by Lifehouse
  2. DROPS OF JUPITER (TELL ME) by Train
  3. LET ME BLOW YA MIND by Eve featuring Gwen Stefani
  4. AGAIN by Lenny Kravitz
  5. IF YOU’RE GONE by Matchbox Twenty
  6. STUTTER by Joe featuring Mystikal
  7. IT’S BEEN AWHILE by Staind
  8. I’M REAL by Jennifer Lopez featuring Ja Rule
  9. FALLIN’ by Alicia Keys
  10. THANK YOU by Dido
  11. U REMIND ME by Usher
  12. IT WASN’T ME by Shaggy featuring Rikrok
  13. WHERE THE PARTY AT by Jagged Edge featuring Nelly
  14. ANGEL by Shaggy featuring Rayvon
  15. HIT ‘EM UP STYLE (OOPS!) by Blu Cantrell
  16. ALL FOR YOU by Janet
  17. PEACHES & CREAM by 112
  18. RIDE WIT ME by Nelly featuring City Spud
  19. INDEPENDENT WOMEN by Destiny’s Child
  20. FOLLOW ME by Uncle Kracker
  21. WHAT WOULD YOU DO? by City High
  22. LOVE DON’T COST A THING by Jennifer Lopez
  23. LADY MARMALADE by Christina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, Mýa and Pink
  24. MS. JACKSON by OutKast
  25. THE WAY YOU LOVE ME by Faith Hill
  26. HE LOVES U NOT by Dream
  27. PUT IT ON ME by Ja Rule featuring Lil’ Mo and Vita
  28. FILL ME IN by Craig David
  29. BUTTERFLY by Crazy Town
  30. SURVIVOR by Destiny’s Child
  31. WITH ARMS WIDE OPEN by Creed
  32. DRIVE by Incubus
  33. GET UR FREAK ON by Missy Elliott
  34. FAMILY AFFAIR by Mary J. Blige
  35. CASE OF THE EX by Mýa
  36. DON’T TELL ME by Madonna
  37. SOMEONE TO CALL MY LOVER by Janet
  38. CRAZY by K-Ci & JoJo
  39. I HOPE YOU DANCE by Lee Ann Womack
  40. ALL OR NOTHING by O-Town
  41. KRYPTONITE by 3 Doors Down
  42. SOUTH SIDE by Moby featuring Gwen Stefani
  43. IZZO (H.O.V.A.) by Jay-Z
  44. DIFFERENCES by Ginuwine
  45. CRAZY FOR THIS GIRL by Evan and Jaron
  46. JADED by Aerosmith
  47. THIS I PROMISE YOU by N Sync
  48. WHEN IT’S OVER by Sugar Ray
  49. FIESTA by R. Kelly featuring Jay-Z
  50. I JUST WANNA LOVE U (GIVE IT 2 ME) by Jay-Z
  51. BOOTYLICIOUS by Destiny’s Child
  52. PROMISE by Jagged Edge
  53. MISSING YOU by Case
  54. I’M LIKE A BIRD by Nelly Furtado
  55. SUPERWOMAN PT. II by Lil’ Mo featuring Fabolous
  56. ONLY TIME by Enya
  57. MY BABY by Lil’ Romeo
  58. ONE MINUTE MAN by Missy Elliott featuring Ludacris
  59. NOBODY WANTS TO BE LONELY by Ricky Martin and Christina Aguilera
  60. DANGER (BEEN SO LONG) by Mystikal featuring Nivea
  61. LIVIN’ IT UP by Ja Rule featuring Case
  62. DANCE WITH ME by Debelah Morgan
  63. GOTTA TELL YOU by Samantha Mumba
  64. TURN OFF THE LIGHT by Nelly Furtado
  65. HERO by Enrique Iglesias
  66. I WISH by R. Kelly
  67. MOST GIRLS by Pink
  68. E.I. by Nelly
  69. IRRESISTIBLE by Jessica Simpson
  70. GET OVER YOURSELF by Eden’s Crush
  71. NEVER HAD A DREAM COME TRUE by S Club 7
  72. EVERYWHERE by Michelle Branch
  73. LIQUID DREAMS by O-Town
  74. THERE YOU’LL BE by Faith Hill
  75. YOU ROCK MY WORLD by Michael Jackson
  76. ROCK THE BOAT by Aaliyah
  77. U GOT IT BAD by Usher
  78. HEARD IT ALL BEFORE by Sunshine Anderson
  79. BEAUTIFUL DAY by U2
  80. SHAPE OF MY HEART by Backstreet Boys
  81. PLAY by Jennifer Lopez
  82. UGLY by Bubba Sparxxx
  83. CONTAGIOUS by The Isley Brothers featuring R. Kelly and Chanté Moore
  84. AUSTIN by Blake Shelton
  85. I’M A THUG by Trick Daddy
  86. STRANGER IN MY HOUSE by Tamia
  87. THE SPACE BETWEEN by Dave Matthews Band
  88. WHAT’S YOUR FANTASY by Ludacris Featuring Shawna
  89. PINCH ME by Barenaked Ladies
  90. STRONGER by Britney Spears
  91. NO MORE (BABY I’MA DO RIGHT) by 3LW
  92. IT’S OVER NOW by 112
  93. LOVE by Musiq Soulchild
  94. PURPLE HILLS by D-12
  95. POP by N Sync
  96. BIZOUNCE by Olivia
  97. HOW YOU REMIND ME by Nickelback
  98. BETWEEN ME AND YOU by Ja Rule Featuring Christina Milian
  99. MUSIC by Erick Sermon featuring Marvin Gaye
  100. EMOTION by Destiny’s Child

2002: Pop-Punk Takes Center Stage and Hip-Hop Solidifies its Dominance

In 2002, the music scene was marked by the surging popularity of pop-punk, with Avril Lavigne and other artists injecting youthful energy into the charts. Alongside this, hip-hop continued to cement its mainstream appeal, and R&B maintained a strong presence. The songs of 2002 reflected a generation coming into its own, expressing a mix of angst, romance, and celebratory vibes.

  1. HOW YOU REMIND ME by Nickelback
  2. A THOUSAND MILES by Vanessa Carlton
  3. WHEREVER YOU WILL GO by The Calling
  4. FOOLISH by Ashanti
  5. HOT IN HERRE by Nelly
  6. IN THE END by Linkin Park
  7. COMPLICATED by Avril Lavigne
  8. WHAT’S LUV? by Fat Joe featuring Ashanti
  9. DILEMMA by Nelly featuring Kelly Rowland
  10. ALWAYS ON TIME by Ja Rule featuring Ashanti
  11. BLURRY by Puddle of Mudd
  12. U GOT IT BAD by Usher
  13. AIN’T IT FUNNY by Jennifer Lopez featuring Ja Rule
  14. THE MIDDLE by Jimmy Eat World
  15. I NEED A GIRL (PART TWO) by P. Diddy featuring Ginuwine, Loon and Mario Winans
  16. MY SACRIFICE by Creed
  17. U DON’T HAVE TO CALL by Usher
  18. I NEED A GIRL (PART ONE) by P. Diddy featuring Usher and Loon
  19. GANGSTA LOVIN’ by Eve featuring Alicia Keys
  20. FAMILY AFFAIR by Mary J. Blige
  21. GET THE PARTY STARTED by Pink
  22. HERO by Chad Kroeger featuring Josey Scott
  23. WITHOUT ME by Eminem
  24. WHENEVER, WHEREVER by Shakira
  25. ONE LAST BREATH by Creed
  26. ALL YOU WANTED by Michelle Branch
  27. I’M GONNA BE ALRIGHT by Jennifer Lopez featuring Nas
  28. HERO by Enrique Iglesias
  29. OH BOY by Cam’ron featuring Juelz Santana
  30. JUST A FRIEND 2002 by Mario
  31. DON’T LET ME GET ME by Pink
  32. HEY BABY by No Doubt featuring Bounty Killer
  33. GIRLFRIEND by N Sync featuring Nelly
  34. ADDICTIVE by Truth Hurts featuring Rakim
  35. HEY MA by Cam’ron featuring Juelz Santana and Freekey Zekey
  36. HEAVEN by DJ Sammy featuring Yanou and Do
  37. JUST LIKE A PILL by Pink
  38. NOTHIN’ by N.O.R.E.
  39. HAPPY by Ashanti
  40. OOPS (OH MY) by Tweet featuring Missy Elliott
  41. DOWN 4 U by Ja Rule featuring Ashanti, Charli Baltimore and Vita
  42. A WOMAN’S WORTH by Alicia Keys
  43. CLEANIN’ OUT MY CLOSET by Eminem
  44. CAN’T GET YOU OUT OF MY HEAD by Kylie Minogue
  45. WORK IT by Missy Elliott
  46. DIFFERENCES by Ginuwine
  47. WASTING MY TIME by Default
  48. MOVE BITCH by Ludacris featuring Mystikal and I-20
  49. GOTTA GET THRU THIS by Daniel Bedingfield
  50. STILL FLY by Big Tymers
  51. NO SUCH THING by John Mayer
  52. LIVIN’ IT UP by Ja Rule featuring Case
  53. 7 DAYS by Craig David
  54. UNDERNEATH IT ALL by No Doubt featuring Lady Saw
  55. SOAK UP THE SUN by Sheryl Crow
  56. WHAT ABOUT US? by Brandy
  57. A MOMENT LIKE THIS by Kelly Clarkson
  58. LUV U BETTER by LL Cool J
  59. CAN’T FIGHT THE MOONLIGHT by LeAnn Rimes
  60. SUPERMAN (IT’S NOT EASY) by Five for Fighting
  61. GONE by N Sync
  62. HALFCRAZY by Musiq Soulchild
  63. LOSE YOURSELF by Eminem
  64. HELLA GOOD by No Doubt
  65. BUTTERFLIES by Michael Jackson
  66. CARAMEL by City High featuring Eve
  67. PASS THE COURVOISIER, PART II by Busta Rhymes featuring P. Diddy and Pharrell
  68. RAINY DAYZ by Mary J. Blige featuring Ja Rule
  69. ESCAPE by Enrique Iglesias
  70. LIKE I LOVE YOU by Justin Timberlake
  71. IF I COULD GO! by Angie Martinez featuring Lil’ Mo and Sacario
  72. LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! by Mr. Cheeks
  73. ROCK THE BOAT by Aaliyah
  74. SK8ER BOI by Avril Lavigne
  75. I LOVE YOU by Faith Evans
  76. TURN OFF THE LIGHT by Nelly Furtado
  77. UNDERNEATH YOUR CLOTHES by Shakira
  78. THE WHOLE WORLD by Outkast featuring Killer Mike
  79. WE THUGGIN’ by Fat Joe featuring R. Kelly
  80. THE GAME OF LOVE by Santana featuring Michelle Branch
  81. I CARE 4 U by Aaliyah
  82. GIMME THE LIGHT by Sean Paul
  83. ROLLOUT (MY BUSINESS) by Ludacris
  84. I DO!! by Toya
  85. MORE THAN A WOMAN by Aaliyah
  86. BABY by Ashanti
  87. DAYS GO BY by Dirty Vegas
  88. I’M REAL by Jennifer Lopez featuring Ja Rule
  89. FALLIN’ by Alicia Keys
  90. ONLY TIME by Enya
  91. HERE IS GONE by Goo Goo Dolls
  92. JENNY FROM THE BLOCK by Jennifer Lopez featuring Jadakiss & Styles
  93. THE GOOD STUFF by Kenny Chesney
  94. NO MORE DRAMA by Mary J. Blige
  95. #1 by Nelly
  96. DIE ANOTHER DAY by Madonna
  97. FULL MOON by Brandy
  98. SOMEBODY LIKE YOU by Keith Urban
  99. DONTCHANGE by Musiq
  100. WHERE THE STARS AND STRIPES AND THE EAGLE FLY by Aaron Tippin

2003: The Rise of 50 Cent and Pop Divas Take Over

2003 was a year dominated by the emergence of 50 Cent as a major force in hip-hop, while pop music saw powerful female voices like Beyoncé and Christina Aguilera taking center stage. Rock maintained its presence, but the songs of 2003 were largely defined by the rhythmic beats of hip-hop and the polished sounds of pop, reflecting a shift in mainstream tastes.

  1. UNWELL by Matchbox Twenty
  2. IGNITION (REMIX) by R. Kelly
  3. IN DA CLUB by 50 Cent
  4. GET BUSY by Sean Paul
  5. WHEN I’M GONE by 3 Doors Down
  6. RIGHT THURR by Chingy
  7. CRAZY IN LOVE by Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z
  8. MISS YOU by Aaliyah
  9. PICTURE by Kid Rock featuring Sheryl Crow
  10. GET LOW by Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz featuring Ying Yang Twins
  11. BRING ME TO LIFE by Evanescence featuring Paul McCoy
  12. BEAUTIFUL by Christina Aguilera
  13. ALL I HAVE by Jennifer Lopez featuring LL Cool J
  14. SHAKE YA TAILFEATHER by Nelly, P. Diddy and Murphy Lee
  15. I’M WITH YOU by Avril Lavigne
  16. 21 QUESTIONS by 50 Cent featuring Nate Dogg
  17. I KNOW WHAT YOU WANT by Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey featuring Flipmode Squad
  18. P.I.M.P. by 50 Cent
  19. MAGIC STICK by Lil’ Kim featuring 50 Cent
  20. INTO YOU by Fabolous featuring Tamia
  21. DRIFT AWAY by Uncle Kracker featuring Dobie Gray
  22. BUMP, BUMP, BUMP by B2K and P. Diddy
  23. BABY BOY by Beyoncé featuring Sean Paul
  24. WHERE IS THE LOVE? by The Black Eyed Peas
  25. CAN’T LET YOU GO by Fabolous featuring Lil’ Mo and Mike Shorey
  26. MESMERIZE by Ja Rule featuring Ashanti
  27. LANDSLIDE by Dixie Chicks
  28. THE GAME OF LOVE by Santana featuring Michelle Branch
  29. ROCK WIT U (AWWW BABY) by Ashanti
  30. CRY ME A RIVER by Justin Timberlake
  31. HOW YOU GONNA ACT LIKE THAT by Tyrese
  32. 03 BONNIE & CLYDE by Jay-Z featuring Beyoncé
  33. FRONTIN’ by Pharrell featuring Jay-Z
  34. AIR FORCE ONES by Nelly featuring St. Lunatics
  35. DON’T MESS WITH MY MAN by Nivea featuring Jagged Edge
  36. ROCK YOUR BODY by Justin Timberlake
  37. NEVER LEAVE YOU (UH OOOH, UH OOOH) by Lumidee
  38. LOSE YOURSELF by Eminem
  39. NO LETTING GO by Wayne Wonder
  40. DAMN! by YoungBloodZ featuring Lil Jon
  41. BEAUTIFUL by Snoop Dogg featuring Pharrell and Charlie Wilson
  42. SO GONE by Monica
  43. WORK IT by Missy Elliott
  44. MISS INDEPENDENT by Kelly Clarkson
  45. WHY DON’T YOU & I by Santana featuring Alex Band
  46. GOSSIP FOLKS by Missy Elliott featuring Ludacris
  47. STAND UP by Ludacris featuring Shawnna
  48. YOUR BODY IS A WONDERLAND by John Mayer
  49. IN THOSE JEANS by Ginuwine
  50. JENNY FROM THE BLOCK by Jennifer Lopez featuring Jadakiss and Styles P
  51. SHE HATES ME by Puddle of Mudd
  52. HERE WITHOUT YOU by 3 Doors Down
  53. EXCUSE ME MISS by Jay-Z
  54. UNDERNEATH IT ALL by No Doubt featuring Lady Saw
  55. LOVE OF MY LIFE (AN ODE TO HIP-HOP) by Erykah Badu featuring Common
  56. I CAN by Nas
  57. THOIA THOING by R. Kelly
  58. CAN’T HOLD US DOWN by Christina Aguilera featuring Lil’ Kim
  59. HOLIDAE IN by Chingy featuring Ludacris and Snoop Dogg
  60. MY LOVE IS LIKE…WO by Mýa
  61. RAIN ON ME by Ashanti
  62. WANKSTA by 50 Cent
  63. ARE YOU HAPPY NOW? by Michelle Branch
  64. THIS IS THE NIGHT by Clay Aiken
  65. SUGA SUGA by Baby Bash featuring Frankie J
  66. IF YOU’RE NOT THE ONE by Daniel Bedingfield
  67. CALLING ALL ANGELS by Train
  68. IT’S FIVE O’CLOCK SOMEWHERE by Alan Jackson featuring Jimmy Buffett
  69. THE JUMP OFF by Lil’ Kim featuring Mr. Cheeks
  70. LIKE GLUE by Sean Paul
  71. THE REMEDY (I WON’T WORRY) by Jason Mraz
  72. HELL YEAH by Ginuwine featuring Baby
  73. STEP IN THE NAME OF LOVE by R. Kelly
  74. ANGEL by Amanda Perez
  75. THE WAY YOU MOVE by OutKast featuring Sleepy Brown
  76. CAN’T STOP, WON’T STOP by Young Gunz
  77. DON’T WANNA TRY by Frankie J
  78. SING FOR THE MOMENT by Eminem
  79. SUPERMAN by Eminem
  80. FLYING WITHOUT WINGS by Ruben Studdard
  81. GIMME THE LIGHT by Sean Paul
  82. WALKED OUTTA HEAVEN by Jagged Edge
  83. 19 SOMETHIN’ by Mark Wills
  84. THUGZ MANSION by 2Pac
  85. FOREVER AND FOR ALWAYS by Shania Twain
  86. INTUITION by Jewel
  87. FAMILY PORTRAIT by Pink
  88. HARDER TO BREATHE by Maroon 5
  89. SNAKE by R. Kelly featuring Big Tigger
  90. LET’S GET DOWN by Bow Wow featuring Baby
  91. FIGHTER by Christina Aguilera
  92. HEADSTRONG by Trapt
  93. BEER FOR MY HORSES by Toby Keith featuring Willie Nelson
  94. PUT THAT WOMAN FIRST by Jaheim
  95. HEY YA! by OutKast
  96. MY FRONT PORCH LOOKING IN by Lonestar
  97. WHEN THE LAST TIME by Clipse
  98. HAVE YOU FORGOTTEN? by Darryl Worley
  99. LUV U BETTER by LL Cool J
  100. ALL THE THINGS SHE SAID by t.A.T.u.

2004: Usher’s Reign and the Crossover Appeal of R&B and Hip-Hop

2004 was arguably the year of Usher, whose album “Confessions” and its singles dominated the charts. R&B and hip-hop’s crossover appeal reached new heights, with songs of 2004 frequently blending pop sensibilities with urban beats. This year’s hits were characterized by catchy melodies and danceable rhythms, solidifying the trend of genre fusion in mainstream music.

  1. YEAH! by Usher featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris
  2. IF I AIN’T GOT YOU by Alicia Keys
  3. THIS LOVE by Maroon 5
  4. THE REASON by Hoobastank
  5. THE WAY YOU MOVE by Outkast featuring Sleepy Brown
  6. BURN by Usher
  7. LEAN BACK by Terror Squad
  8. I DON’T WANNA KNOW by Mario Winans featuring Enya and P. Diddy
  9. TIPSY by J-Kwon
  10. SLOW MOTION by Juvenile featuring Soulja Slim
  11. HEY YA! by Outkast
  12. CONFESSIONS PART II by Usher
  13. GOODIES by Ciara featuring Petey Pablo
  14. HERE WITHOUT YOU by 3 Doors Down
  15. SOMEDAY by Nickelback
  16. FREEK-A-LEEK by Petey Pablo
  17. SLOW JAMZ by Twista featuring Kanye West and Jamie Foxx
  18. MOVE YA BODY by Nina Sky
  19. DIRT OFF YOUR SHOULDER by Jay-Z
  20. MY IMMORTAL by Evanescence
  21. NAUGHTY GIRL by Beyoncé
  22. SUNSHINE by Lil’ Flip featuring Lea
  23. TURN ME ON by Kevin Lyttle
  24. DIARY by Alicia Keys featuring Tony! Toni! Toné!
  25. DIP IT LOW by Christina Milian
  26. SHE WILL BE LOVED by Maroon 5
  27. ME, MYSELF AND I by Beyoncé
  28. MY PLACE by Nelly featuring Jaheim
  29. ONE CALL AWAY by Chingy featuring J-Weav
  30. YOU DON’T KNOW MY NAME by Alicia Keys
  31. OVERNIGHT CELEBRITY by Twista
  32. HOTEL by Cassidy featuring R. Kelly
  33. THE FIRST CUT IS THE DEEPEST by Sheryl Crow
  34. NUMB by Linkin Park
  35. MY BOO by Usher and Alicia Keys
  36. PIECES OF ME by Ashlee Simpson
  37. HEAVEN by Los Lonely Boys
  38. IT’S MY LIFE by No Doubt
  39. SUGA SUGA by Baby Bash featuring Frankie J
  40. LOCKED UP by Akon featuring Styles P
  41. MILKSHAKE by Kelis
  42. SPLASH WATERFALLS by Ludacris
  43. STAND UP by Ludacris featuring Shawnna
  44. JESUS WALKS by Kanye West
  45. WHITE FLAG by Dido
  46. ALL FALLS DOWN by Kanye West featuring Syleena Johnson
  47. MY HAPPY ENDING by Avril Lavigne
  48. LEAVE (GET OUT) by JoJo
  49. TOXIC by Britney Spears
  50. WALKED OUTTA HEAVEN by Jagged Edge
  51. LOSE MY BREATH by Destiny’s Child
  52. I LIKE THAT by Houston featuring Chingy, Nate Dogg and I-20
  53. SALT SHAKER by Ying Yang Twins featuring Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz
  54. ON FIRE by Lloyd Banks
  55. SORRY 2004 by Ruben Studdard
  56. WITH YOU by Jessica Simpson
  57. MY BAND by D12
  58. MEANT TO LIVE by Switchfoot
  59. READ YOUR MIND by Avant featuring Snoop Dogg
  60. I’M STILL IN LOVE WITH YOU by Sean Paul featuring Sasha
  61. JUST LOSE IT by Eminem
  62. WHY? by Jadakiss
  63. ROSES by Outkast
  64. BABY BOY by Beyoncé featuring Sean Paul
  65. GET LOW by Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz featuring Ying Yang Twins
  66. BREAKAWAY by Kelly Clarkson
  67. THROUGH THE WIRE by Kanye West
  68. STEP IN THE NAME OF LOVE by R. Kelly
  69. ON THE WAY DOWN by Ryan Cabrera
  70. DAMN! by YoungBloodZ featuring Lil Jon
  71. ONE THING by Finger Eleven
  72. HOLIDAE IN by Chingy featuring Ludacris and Snoop Dogg
  73. DROP IT LIKE IT’S HOT by Snoop Dogg featuring Pharrell
  74. GAME OVER (FLIP) by Lil’ Flip
  75. HEADSPRUNG by LL Cool J
  76. FUCK IT (I DON’T WANT YOU BACK) by Eamon
  77. WHY DON’T YOU & I by Santana featuring Alex Band
  78. EVERYTIME by Britney Spears
  79. LET’S GO (2004) by Trick Daddy
  80. CHANGE CLOTHES by Jay-Z
  81. OVER AND OVER by Nelly featuring Tim McGraw
  82. OYE MI CANTO by N.O.R.E. featuring Daddy Yankee, Nina Sky, Gem Star & Big Mato
  83. U SHOULD’VE KNOWN BETTER by Monica
  84. GIGOLO by Nick Cannon featuring R. Kelly
  85. WANNA GET TO KNOW YOU by G-Unit featuring Joe
  86. I BELIEVE by Fantasia
  87. RUNNIN by Tupac featuring the Notorious B.I.G.
  88. LET’S GET IT STARTED by The Black Eyed Peas
  89. BREAKING THE HABIT by Linkin Park
  90. STUNT 101 by G-Unit
  91. HAPPY PEOPLE by R. Kelly
  92. GO D.J. by Lil Wayne
  93. HEADSTRONG by Trapt
  94. SOUTHSIDE by Lloyd featuring Ashanti
  95. WAT DA HOOK GON BE by Murphy Lee featuring Jermaine Dupri
  96. BREATHE by Fabolous
  97. CHARLENE by Anthony Hamilton
  98. WONDERFUL by Ja Rule featuring R. Kelly & Ashanti
  99. TAKE MY BREATH AWAY by Jessica Simpson
  100. LIVE LIKE YOU WERE DYING by Tim McGraw

2005: Mariah’s Comeback and the Continued Genre Melting Pot

In 2005, Mariah Carey made a triumphant return to the top of the charts, while genres continued to blend and cross-pollinate. Rock found renewed mainstream energy with bands like Green Day and Fall Out Boy, and R&B and hip-hop remained dominant forces. The songs of 2005 showcased a diverse range of styles, reflecting the increasingly fragmented yet interconnected music landscape.

  1. WE BELONG TOGETHER by Mariah Carey
  2. SINCE U BEEN GONE by Kelly Clarkson
  3. LET ME LOVE YOU by Mario
  4. 1, 2 STEP by Ciara and Missy Elliott
  5. BOULEVARD OF BROKEN DREAMS by Green Day
  6. HOLLABACK GIRL by Gwen Stefani
  7. DISCO INFERNO by 50 Cent
  8. DON’T CHA by The Pussycat Dolls featuring Busta Rhymes
  9. BEHIND THESE HAZEL EYES by Kelly Clarkson
  10. BEVERLY HILLS by Weezer
  11. YOU AND ME by Lifehouse
  12. CANDY SHOP by 50 Cent featuring Olivia
  13. DON’T PHUNK WITH MY HEART by The Black Eyed Peas
  14. LOSE CONTROL by Missy Elliott featuring Ciara and Fatman Scoop
  15. LOVERS & FRIENDS by Lil Jon featuring Usher and Ludacris
  16. HOW WE DO by The Game featuring 50 Cent
  17. MR. BRIGHTSIDE by The Killers
  18. PON DE REPLAY by Rihanna
  19. BREAKAWAY by Kelly Clarkson
  20. DROP IT LIKE IT’S HOT by Snoop Dogg featuring Pharrell
  21. LONELY NO MORE by Rob Thomas
  22. OH by Ciara featuring Ludacris
  23. SOLDIER by Destiny’s Child featuring T.I. and Lil Wayne
  24. SWITCH by Will Smith
  25. HATE IT OR LOVE IT by The Game featuring 50 Cent
  26. SHAKE IT OFF by Mariah Carey
  27. JUST A LIL BIT by 50 Cent
  28. LET ME HOLD YOU by Bow Wow featuring Omarion
  29. LIKE YOU by Bow Wow featuring Ciara
  30. OBSESSION (NO ES AMOR) by Frankie J featuring Baby Bash
  31. GOLD DIGGER by Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx
  32. OVER AND OVER by Nelly featuring Tim McGraw
  33. LISTEN TO YOUR HEART by DHT featuring Edmee
  34. RICH GIRL by Gwen Stefani featuring Eve
  35. SUGAR, WE’RE GOIN DOWN by Fall Out Boy
  36. FEEL GOOD INC. by Gorillaz
  37. CAUGHT UP by Usher
  38. MY HUMPS by The Black Eyed Peas
  39. GRIND WITH ME by Pretty Ricky
  40. WAKE ME UP WHEN SEPTEMBER ENDS by Green Day
  41. MY BOO by Usher and Alicia Keys
  42. I DON’T WANT TO BE by Gavin DeGraw
  43. LONELY by Akon
  44. SPEED OF SOUND by Coldplay
  45. SHE WILL BE LOVED by Maroon 5
  46. GET IT POPPIN’ by Fat Joe featuring Nelly
  47. SLOW DOWN by Bobby Valentino
  48. PLAY by David Banner
  49. GET BACK by Ludacris
  50. PIMPIN’ ALL OVER THE WORLD by Ludacris featuring Bobby Valentino
  51. BRING EM OUT by T.I.
  52. HOLIDAY by Green Day
  53. SOME CUT by Trillville featuring Cutty
  54. PHOTOGRAPH by Nickelback
  55. MOCKINGBIRD by Eminem
  56. LET ME GO by 3 Doors Down
  57. SOUL SURVIVOR by Young Jeezy featuring Akon
  58. LOSE MY BREATH by Destiny’s Child
  59. WONDERFUL by Ja Rule featuring R. Kelly and Ashanti
  60. SCARS by Papa Roach
  61. RUN IT! by Chris Brown featuring Juelz Santana
  62. BECAUSE OF YOU by Kelly Clarkson
  63. INSIDE YOUR HEAVEN by Carrie Underwood
  64. SUGAR (GIMME SOME) by Trick Daddy featuring Ludacris, Lil’ Kim and Cee Lo Green
  65. YOUR BODY by Pretty Ricky
  66. ONLY U by Ashanti
  67. 1 THING by Amerie
  68. IT’S LIKE THAT by Mariah Carey
  69. INCOMPLETE by Backstreet Boys
  70. BEAUTIFUL SOUL by Jesse McCartney
  71. WE BE BURNIN’ by Sean Paul
  72. GOIN’ CRAZY by Natalie
  73. LET’S GO (2004) by Trick Daddy
  74. WAIT (THE WHISPER SONG) by Ying Yang Twins
  75. KARMA by Alicia Keys
  76. CATER 2 U by Destiny’s Child
  77. DAUGHTERS by John Mayer
  78. COOL by Gwen Stefani
  79. BEST OF YOU by Foo Fighters
  80. GOODIES by Ciara featuring Petey Pablo
  81. TRUTH IS by Fantasia
  82. DON’T LIE by The Black Eyed Peas
  83. NUMB/ENCORE by Jay-Z and Linkin Park
  84. I’M SPRUNG by T-Pain
  85. GET RIGHT by Jennifer Lopez
  86. DARE YOU TO MOVE by Switchfoot
  87. INSIDE YOUR HEAVEN by Bo Bice
  88. TRUE by Ryan Cabrera
  89. KARMA by Lloyd Banks featuring Avant
  90. THESE WORDS by Natasha Bedingfield
  91. OUTTA CONTROL by 50 Cent featuring Mobb Deep
  92. COLLIDE by Howie Day
  93. JUST THE GIRL by The Click Five
  94. GIRL TONITE by Twista featuring Trey Songz
  95. OYE MI CANTO by N.O.R.E. featuring Daddy Yankee, Nina Sky, Gem Star & Big Mato
  96. BABY I’M BACK by Baby Bash featuring Akon
  97. WHAT U GON’ DO by Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz featuring Lil Scrappy
  98. U DON’T KNOW ME by T.I.
  99. STAY FLY by Three 6 Mafia featuring Young Buck & Eightball &MJG
  100. BREATHE by Fabolous

2006: The Reign of Pop Continues and New Sounds Emerge

2006 saw pop music firmly maintain its grip on the charts, with artists like James Blunt and Natasha Bedingfield delivering massive hits. However, new sounds were also bubbling up, with Gnarls Barkley’s “Crazy” signaling a move towards more eclectic and genre-bending pop. The songs of 2006 were a mix of polished pop anthems and hints of the experimental directions music would take in the coming years.

  1. YOU’RE BEAUTIFUL by James Blunt
  2. TEMPERATURE by Sean Paul
  3. UNWRITTEN by Natasha Bedingfield
  4. BE WITHOUT YOU by Mary J. Blige
  5. BAD DAY by Daniel Powter
  6. PROMISCUOUS by Nelly Furtado featuring Timbaland
  7. OVER MY HEAD (CABLE CAR) by The Fray
  8. CRAZY by Gnarls Barkley
  9. GRILLZ by Nelly, Paul Wall and Ali & Gipp
  10. RIDIN’ by Chamillionaire featuring Krayzie Bone
  11. CHECK ON IT by Beyoncé featuring Slim Thug
  12. BUTTONS by Pussycat Dolls featuring Snoop Dogg
  13. HIPS DON’T LIE by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean
  14. ME & U by Cassie
  15. RUN IT! by Chris Brown featuring Juelz Santana
  16. DANI CALIFORNIA by Red Hot Chili Peppers
  17. SO SICK by Ne-Yo
  18. LONDON BRIDGE by Fergie
  19. BECAUSE OF YOU by Kelly Clarkson
  20. SNAP YO FINGERS by Lil Jon featuring E-40 and Sean Paul
  21. LEAN WIT IT, ROCK WIT IT by Dem Franchize Boyz
  22. IT’S GOIN’ DOWN by Yung Joc featuring Nitti
  23. STICKWITU by Pussycat Dolls
  24. AIN’T NO OTHER MAN by Christina Aguilera
  25. I WRITE SINS NOT TRAGEDIES by Panic! at the Disco
  26. MOVE ALONG by The All-American Rejects
  27. UNFAITHFUL by Rihanna
  28. DANCE, DANCE by Fall Out Boy
  29. MS. NEW BOOTY by Bubba Sparxxx featuring Ying Yang Twins
  30. SEXYBACK by Justin Timberlake featuring Timbaland
  31. GOLD DIGGER by Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx
  32. MY HUMPS by The Black Eyed Peas
  33. PHOTOGRAPH by Nickelback
  34. LAFFY TAFFY by D4L
  35. YO (EXCUSE ME MISS) by Chris Brown
  36. DIRTY LITTLE SECRET by The All-American Rejects
  37. CHASING CARS by Snow Patrol
  38. FAR AWAY by Nickelback
  39. I’M ‘N LUV (WIT A STRIPPER) by T-Pain featuring Mike Jones
  40. SOS by Rihanna
  41. DON’T FORGET ABOUT US by Mariah Carey
  42. (WHEN YOU GONNA) GIVE IT UP TO ME by Sean Paul featuring Keyshia Cole
  43. LIPS OF AN ANGEL by Hinder
  44. EVERYTIME WE TOUCH by Cascada
  45. THERE IT GO (THE WHISTLE SONG) by Juelz Santana
  46. SEXY LOVE by Ne-Yo
  47. WALK AWAY by Kelly Clarkson
  48. WHERE’D YOU GO by Fort Minor featuring Holly Brook and Jonah Matranga
  49. HOW TO SAVE A LIFE by The Fray
  50. MONEY MAKER by Ludacris featuring Pharrell
  51. ONE WISH by Ray J
  52. WHAT YOU KNOW by T.I.
  53. SAVIN’ ME by Nickelback
  54. SHOW STOPPER by Danity Kane featuring Yung Joc
  55. CALL ME WHEN YOU’RE SOBER by Evanescence
  56. UNPREDICTABLE by Jamie Foxx featuring Ludacris
  57. SHOULDER LEAN by Young Dro featuring T.I.
  58. CHAIN HANG LOW by Jibbs
  59. SO WHAT by Field Mob featuring Ciara
  60. DO IT TO IT by Cherish featuring Sean P
  61. PULLIN’ ME BACK by Chingy featuring Tyrese
  62. SHAKE THAT by Eminem featuring Nate Dogg
  63. U AND DAT by E-40 featuring T-Pain and Kandi Girl
  64. WHAT’S LEFT OF ME by Nick Lachey
  65. TOO LITTLE TOO LATE by JoJo
  66. SUGAR, WE’RE GOIN DOWN by Fall Out Boy
  67. BOSSY by Kelis featuring Too Short
  68. GET UP by Ciara featuring Chamillionaire
  69. MY LOVE by Justin Timberlake featuring T.I.
  70. TOUCH IT by Busta Rhymes
  71. SOUL SURVIVOR by Young Jeezy featuring Akon
  72. SMACK THAT by Akon featuring Eminem
  73. I KNOW YOU SEE IT by Yung Joc
  74. WHAT HURTS THE MOST by Rascal Flatts
  75. GIMME THAT by Chris Brown featuring Lil Wayne
  76. SAY GOODBYE by Chris Brown
  77. STAY FLY by Three 6 Mafia featuring Young Buck and 8Ball & MJG
  78. BLACK HORSE AND THE CHERRY TREE by KT Tunstall
  79. I THINK THEY LIKE ME by Dem Franchize Boyz featuring Jermaine Dupri, Da Brat and Bow Wow
  80. WE BE BURNIN’ by Sean Paul
  81. STUPID GIRLS by Pink
  82. BEEP by Pussycat Dolls featuring will.i.am
  83. WHEN I’M GONE by Eminem
  84. I’M SPRUNG by T-Pain
  85. RING THE ALARM by Beyonce
  86. DÉJÀ VU by Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z
  87. WAITING ON THE WORLD TO CHANGE by John Mayer
  88. JESUS, TAKE THE WHEEL by Carrie Underwood
  89. COME TO ME by Diddy featuring Nicole Scherzinger
  90. WHO SAYS YOU CAN’T GO HOME by Bon Jovi featuring Jennifer Nettles
  91. HUNG UP by Madonna
  92. DO I MAKE YOU PROUD by Taylor Hicks
  93. WHITE & NERDY by “Weird Al’ Yankovic
  94. LOVE by Keyshia Cole
  95. LIFE IS A HIGHWAY by Rascal Flatts
  96. PUMP IT by The Black Eyed Peas
  97. YOU AND ME by Lifehouse
  98. ROMPE by Daddy Yankee
  99. WHEN YOU’RE MAD by Ne-Yo
  100. FERGALICIOUS by Fergie

2007: The Rise of Rihanna and the Continued Pop Dominance

2007 was a pivotal year with Rihanna’s “Umbrella” becoming a global phenomenon, solidifying her status as a pop icon. Pop music continued its chart reign, but with increasing influences from R&B and hip-hop in production and style. The songs of 2007 were characterized by strong melodies, catchy hooks, and a growing emphasis on collaborations between artists from different genres.

  1. BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY by Fergie
  2. THE SWEET ESCAPE by Gwen Stefani featuring Akon
  3. BUY U A DRANK (SHAWTY SNAPPIN’) by T-Pain featuring Yung Joc
  4. BEFORE HE CHEATS by Carrie Underwood
  5. GIRLFRIEND by Avril Lavigne
  6. HEY THERE DELILAH by Plain White T’s
  7. THE WAY I ARE by Timbaland featuring Keri Hilson
  8. SAY IT RIGHT by Nelly Furtado
  9. IRREPLACEABLE by Beyoncé
  10. UMBRELLA by Rihanna featuring Jay-Z
  11. GLAMOROUS by Fergie featuring Ludacris
  12. MAKES ME WONDER by Maroon 5
  13. I WANNA LOVE YOU by Akon featuring Snoop Dogg
  14. DON’T MATTER by Akon
  15. CRANK THAT (SOULJA BOY) by Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em
  16. STRONGER by Kanye West
  17. BARTENDER by T-Pain featuring Akon
  18. IT’S NOT OVER by Daughtry
  19. CUPID’S CHOKEHOLD by Gym Class Heroes featuring Patrick Stump
  20. WHAT GOES AROUND… COMES AROUND by Justin Timberlake
  21. HOW TO SAVE A LIFE by The Fray
  22. WE FLY HIGH by Jim Jones
  23. FERGALICIOUS by Fergie featuring will.i.am
  24. HOME by Daughtry
  25. SMACK THAT by Akon featuring Eminem
  26. PARTY LIKE A ROCKSTAR by Shop Boyz
  27. WALK IT OUT by Unk
  28. THIS IS WHY I’M HOT by Mims
  29. MY LOVE by Justin Timberlake featuring T.I.
  30. ROCKSTAR by Nickelback
  31. MAKE ME BETTER by Fabolous featuring Ne-Yo
  32. WAIT FOR YOU by Elliott Yamin
  33. SHAWTY by Plies featuring T-Pain
  34. THIS AIN’T A SCENE, IT’S AN ARMS RACE by Fall Out Boy
  35. WHAT I’VE DONE by Linkin Park
  36. U + UR HAND by Pink
  37. SUMMER LOVE by Justin Timberlake
  38. BEAUTIFUL GIRLS by Sean Kingston
  39. POP, LOCK & DROP IT by Huey
  40. GIVE IT TO ME by Timbaland featuring Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake
  41. RUNAWAY LOVE by Ludacris featuring Mary J. Blige
  42. AYO TECHNOLOGY by 50 Cent featuring Justin Timberlake and Timbaland
  43. BED by J. Holiday
  44. LET IT GO by Keyshia Cole featuring Missy Elliott and Lil’ Kim
  45. WHO KNEW by Pink
  46. A BAY BAY by Hurricane Chris
  47. LAST NIGHT by Diddy featuring Keyshia Cole
  48. YOU by Lloyd featuring Lil Wayne
  49. MAKE IT RAIN by Fat Joe featuring Lil Wayne
  50. LIPS OF AN ANGEL by Hinder
  51. SHORTIE LIKE MINE by Bow Wow featuring Chris Brown and Johntá Austin
  52. THNKS FR TH MMRS by Fall Out Boy
  53. BUBBLY by Colbie Caillat
  54. IT ENDS TONIGHT by The All-American Rejects
  55. NEVER AGAIN by Kelly Clarkson
  56. ICE BOX by Omarion featuring Timbaland
  57. I’M A FLIRT by R. Kelly featuring T.I. and T-Pain
  58. GOOD LIFE by Kanye West featuring T-Pain
  59. WELCOME TO THE BLACK PARADE by My Chemical Romance
  60. LOST WITHOUT U by Robin Thicke
  61. NO ONE by Alicia Keys
  62. SEXYBACK by Justin Timberlake
  63. WAITING ON THE WORLD TO CHANGE by John Mayer
  64. I TRIED by Bone Thugs-n-Harmony featuring Akon
  65. APOLOGIZE by Timbaland featuring OneRepublic
  66. BIG SHIT POPPIN’ (DO IT) by T.I.
  67. GET IT SHAWTY by Lloyd
  68. CHASING CARS by Snow Patrol
  69. IF EVERYONE CARED by Nickelback
  70. CYCLONE by Baby Bash featuring T-Pain
  71. HOW FAR WE’VE COME by matchbox twenty
  72. SORRY, BLAME IT ON ME by Akon
  73. PROMISE by Ciara
  74. MONEY MAKER by Ludacris featuring Pharrell
  75. REHAB by Amy Winehouse
  76. WALK AWAY (REMEMBER ME) by Paula DeAnda featuring The D.E.Y.
  77. KEEP HOLDING ON by Avril Lavigne
  78. BEAUTIFUL LIAR by Beyoncé featuring Shakira
  79. SHUT UP AND DRIVE by Rihanna
  80. WIND IT UP by Gwen Stefani
  81. LIKE A BOY by Ciara
  82. THE WAY I LIVE by Baby Boy da Prince featuring Lil Boosie
  83. LOVESTONED by Justin Timberlake
  84. BECAUSE OF YOU by Ne-Yo
  85. FAR AWAY by Nickelback
  86. GIMME MORE by Britney Spears
  87. ME LOVE by Sean Kingston
  88. HATE THAT I LOVE YOU by Rihanna featuring Ne-Yo
  89. ON THE HOTLINE by Pretty Ricky
  90. KISS KISS by Chris Brown featuring T-Pain
  91. WAKE UP CALL by Maroon 5
  92. GO GETTA by Young Jeezy featuring R. Kelly
  93. THROW SOME D’S by Rich Boy featuring Polow da Don
  94. HURT by Christina Aguilera
  95. THE GREAT ESCAPE by Boys Like Girls
  96. I’LL STAND BY YOU by Carrie Underwood
  97. FACE DOWN by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
  98. HERE (IN YOUR ARMS) by Hellogoodbye
  99. OVER YOU by Daughtry
  100. SAY GOODBYE by Chris Brown

2008: The Era of Flo Rida and Lady Gaga Begins to Emerge

2008 saw Flo Rida’s “Low” dominate the charts, signaling the rise of a new wave of hip-hop infused pop. While pop remained central, electronic and dance influences were becoming more prominent in mainstream songs of 2008. This year also offered a glimpse into the future with early hits from Lady Gaga hinting at the pop revolution to come.

  1. LOW by Flo Rida featuring T-Pain
  2. BLEEDING LOVE by Leona Lewis
  3. APOLOGIZE by Timbaland featuring OneRepublic
  4. FOREVER by Chris Brown
  5. LOVE SONG by Sara Bareilles
  6. NO ONE by Alicia Keys
  7. VIVA LA VIDA by Coldplay
  8. LOLLIPOP by Lil Wayne featuring Static Major
  9. WITH YOU by Chris Brown
  10. DISTURBIA by Rihanna
  11. NO AIR by Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown
  12. LOVE IN THIS CLUB by Usher featuring Young Jeezy
  13. TAKE A BOW by Rihanna
  14. SEXY CAN I by Ray J featuring Yung Berg
  15. DON’T STOP THE MUSIC by Rihanna
  16. I KISSED A GIRL by Katy Perry
  17. LEAVIN’ by Jesse McCartney
  18. POCKETFUL OF SUNSHINE by Natasha Bedingfield
  19. CLOSER by Ne-Yo
  20. BUBBLY by Colbie Caillat
  21. CLUMSY by Fergie
  22. SO WHAT by Pink
  23. TATTOO by Jordin Sparks
  24. WHATEVER YOU LIKE by T.I.
  25. PARALYZER by Finger Eleven
  26. TAKE YOU THERE by Sean Kingston
  27. KISS KISS by Chris Brown featuring T-Pain
  28. DANGEROUS by Kardinal Offishall featuring Akon
  29. SEE YOU AGAIN by Miley Cyrus
  30. PAPER PLANES by M.I.A.
  31. TOUCH MY BODY by Mariah Carey
  32. DAMAGED by Danity Kane
  33. 4 MINUTES by Madonna featuring Justin Timberlake and Timbaland
  34. GOT MONEY by Lil Wayne featuring T-Pain
  35. CAN’T BELIEVE IT by T-Pain featuring Lil Wayne
  36. I’M YOURS by Jason Mraz
  37. BUST IT BABY (PART 2) by Plies featuring Ne-Yo
  38. WHEN I GROW UP by Pussycat Dolls
  39. A MILLI by Lil Wayne
  40. SORRY by Buckcherry
  41. HOT N COLD by Katy Perry
  42. LIKE YOU’LL NEVER SEE ME AGAIN by Alicia Keys
  43. TEARDROPS ON MY GUITAR by Taylor Swift
  44. STOP AND STARE by OneRepublic
  45. INDEPENDENT by Webbie featuring Lil Boosie and Lil Phat
  46. SHAKE IT by Metro Station
  47. SEXUAL ERUPTION by Snoop Dogg
  48. OUR SONG by Taylor Swift
  49. HATE THAT I LOVE YOU by Rihanna featuring Ne-Yo
  50. CRUSH by David Archuleta
  51. LOVE LOCKDOWN by Kanye West
  52. BURNIN’ UP by Jonas Brothers featuring Big Rob
  53. WHAT YOU GOT by Colby O’Donis featuring Akon
  54. MISS INDEPENDENT by Ne-Yo
  55. CRANK THAT (SOULJA BOY) by Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em
  56. BETTER IN TIME by Leona Lewis
  57. SUPERSTAR by Lupe Fiasco featuring Matthew Santos
  58. LOVE STORY by Taylor Swift
  59. SHADOW OF THE DAY by Linkin Park
  60. SWEETEST GIRL (DOLLAR BILL) by Wyclef Jean featuring Akon, Lil Wayne and Niia
  61. LOVE LIKE THIS by Natasha Bedingfield featuring Sean Kingston
  62. LET IT ROCK by Kevin Rudolf featuring Lil Wayne
  63. AMERICAN BOY by Estelle featuring Kanye West
  64. ONE STEP AT A TIME by Jordin Sparks
  65. LIVE YOUR LIFE by T.I. featuring Rihanna
  66. CYCLONE by Baby Bash featuring T-Pain
  67. IT’S NOT MY TIME by 3 Doors Down
  68. GOOD LIFE by Kanye West featuring T-Pain
  69. HYPNOTIZED by Plies featuring Akon
  70. GET LIKE ME by David Banner featuring Chris Brown
  71. IN THE AYER by Flo Rida featuring will.i.am
  72. PUT ON by Young Jeezy featuring Kanye West
  73. FALL FOR YOU by Secondhand Serenade
  74. MY LIFE by The Game featuring Lil Wayne
  75. RIGHT NOW (NA NA NA) by Akon
  76. LOLLI LOLLI (POP THAT BODY) by Three 6 Mafia
  77. GOTTA BE SOMEBODY by Nickelback
  78. WOMANIZER by Britney Spears
  79. STRONGER by Kanye West
  80. SUFFOCATE by J. Holiday
  81. MRS. OFFICER by Lil Wayne featuring Bobby Valentino
  82. SAY by John Mayer
  83. CAN’T HELP BUT WAIT by Trey Songz
  84. I LUV YOUR GIRL by The-Dream
  85. SWAGGA LIKE US by Jay-Z & T.I. featuring Kanye West & Lil Wayne
  86. 7 THINGS by Miley Cyrus
  87. REALIZE by Colbie Caillat
  88. THE TIME OF MY LIFE by David Cook
  89. THE BOSS by Rick Ross featuring T-Pain
  90. KEEPS GETTING’ BETTER by Christina Aguilera
  91. ELEVATOR by Flo Rida featuring Timbaland
  92. THE WAY I ARE by Timbaland featuring Keri Hilson
  93. NEW SOUL by Yael Naim
  94. BYE BYE by Mariah Carey
  95. JUST FINE by Mary J. Blige
  96. BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY by Fergie
  97. HOW FAR WE’VE COME by matchbox twenty
  98. PIECE OF ME by Britney Spears
  99. IF I WERE A BOY by Beyonce
  100. ALL SUMMER LONG by Kid Rock

2009: Lady Gaga’s Takeover and the Continued Evolution of Pop

2009 marked the full arrival of Lady Gaga onto the global stage, with hits like “Just Dance” and “Poker Face” redefining pop music with their theatrical flair and electronic soundscapes. Pop remained the dominant genre, but with a noticeable shift towards more electronic and dance-oriented sounds. The songs of 2009 were a bridge to a new era of pop, characterized by bold experimentation and visually driven performances.

  1. JUST DANCE by Lady Gaga featuring Colby O’Donis
  2. POKER FACE by Lady Gaga
  3. I GOTTA FEELING by The Black Eyed Peas
  4. BOOM BOOM POW by The Black Eyed Peas
  5. LOVE STORY by Taylor Swift
  6. I’M YOURS by Jason Mraz
  7. YOU BELONG WITH ME by Taylor Swift
  8. YOU FOUND ME by The Fray
  9. KNOCK YOU DOWN by Keri Hilson featuring Kanye West and Ne-Yo
  10. GIVES YOU HELL by The All-American Rejects
  11. THE CLIMB by Miley Cyrus
  12. HEARTLESS by Kanye West
  13. I KNOW YOU WANT ME (CALLE OCHO) by Pitbull
  14. USE SOMEBODY by Kings of Leon
  15. BLAME IT by Jamie Foxx featuring T-Pain
  16. RIGHT ROUND by Flo Rida
  17. DEAD AND GONE by T.I. featuring Justin Timberlake
  18. SINGLE LADIES (PUT A RING ON IT) by Beyoncé
  19. DOWN by Jay Sean featuring Lil Wayne
  20. CIRCUS by Britney Spears
  21. BEST I EVER HAD by Drake
  22. PARTY IN THE U.S.A. by Miley Cyrus
  23. KISS ME THRU THE PHONE by Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em featuring Sammie
  24. MY LIFE WOULD SUCK WITHOUT YOU by Kelly Clarkson
  25. HALO by Beyoncé
  26. FIRE BURNING by Sean Kingston
  27. OBSESSED by Mariah Carey
  28. DAY ‘N’ NITE by Kid Cudi
  29. LIVE YOUR LIFE by T.I. featuring Rihanna
  30. WAKING UP IN VEGAS by Katy Perry
  31. DON’T TRUST ME by 3OH!3
  32. RUN THIS TOWN by Jay-Z featuring Rihanna and Kanye West
  33. HOT N COLD by Katy Perry
  34. LOVEGAME by Lady Gaga
  35. BIRTHDAY SEX by Jeremih
  36. LET IT ROCK by Kevin Rudolf featuring Lil Wayne
  37. SECOND CHANCE by Shinedown
  38. WHATCHA SAY by Jason Derulo
  39. MAD by Ne-Yo
  40. GOOD GIRLS GO BAD by Cobra Starship featuring Leighton Meester
  41. WOMANIZER by Britney Spears
  42. SOBER by Pink
  43. WHATEVER YOU LIKE by T.I.
  44. HOTEL ROOM SERVICE by Pitbull
  45. SUGAR by Flo Rida featuring Wynter Gordon
  46. BATTLEFIELD by Jordin Sparks
  47. PAPARAZZI by Lady Gaga
  48. NEW DIVIDE by Linkin Park
  49. LOVE LOCKDOWN by Kanye West
  50. SHE WOLF by Shakira
  51. TURNIN ME ON by Keri Hilson featuring Lil Wayne
  52. GOTTA BE SOMEBODY by Nickelback
  53. SO WHAT by Pink
  54. BEAUTIFUL by Akon featuring Colby O’Donis and Kardinal Offishall
  55. EMPIRE STATE OF MIND by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys
  56. BREAK UP by Mario featuring Gucci Mane and Sean Garrett
  57. I HATE THIS PART by Pussycat Dolls
  58. FOREVER by Drake featuring Kanye West, Lil Wayne and Eminem
  59. RIGHT NOW (NA NA NA) by Akon
  60. PLEASE DON’T LEAVE ME by Pink
  61. MISS INDEPENDENT by Ne-Yo
  62. IF I WERE A BOY by Beyoncé
  63. FIREFLIES by Owl City
  64. 3.00 by Britney Spears
  65. SWEET DREAMS by Beyoncé
  66. EVERY GIRL by Young Money
  67. FALLIN’ FOR YOU by Colbie Caillat
  68. CRACK A BOTTLE by Eminem, Dr. Dre and 50 Cent
  69. VIVA LA VIDA by Coldplay
  70. NO SURPRISE by Daughtry
  71. I LOVE COLLEGE by Asher Roth
  72. THROW IT IN THE BAG by Fabolous featuring The-Dream
  73. REPLAY by Iyaz
  74. DISTURBIA by Rihanna
  75. BIG GREEN TRACTOR by Jason Aldean
  76. IF TODAY WAS YOUR LAST DAY by Nickelback
  77. ONE TIME by Justin Bieber
  78. LOVE DRUNK by Boys Like Girls
  79. IF U SEEK AMY by Britney Spears
  80. UNTOUCHED by The Veronicas
  81. SAY HEY (I LOVE YOU) by Michael Franti & Spearhead featuring Cherine Anderson
  82. 21 GUNS by Green Day
  83. MEET ME HALFWAY by The Black Eyed Peas
  84. ALREADY GONE by Kelly Clarkson
  85. COWBOY CASANOVA by Carrie Underwood
  86. WE MADE YOU by Eminem
  87. CHICKEN FRIED by Zac Brown Band
  88. TURN MY SWAG ON by Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em
  89. REHAB by Rihanna
  90. GOODBYE by Kristinia DeBarge
  91. GREEN LIGHT by John Legend featuring André 3000
  92. POP CHAMPAGNE by Jim Jones featuring Ron Browz and Juelz Santana
  93. MRS. OFFICER by Lil Wayne featuring Bobby Valentino
  94. I DO NOT HOOK UP by Kelly Clarkson
  95. DIVA by Beyoncé
  96. SEXY BITCH/CHICK by David Guetta featuring Akon
  97. NEED YOU NOW by Lady Antebellum
  98. ADDICTED by Saving Abel
  99. ROCKIN’ THAT THANG by The-Dream
  100. BAD ROMANCE by Lady Gaga

The Enduring Legacy of 2000s Music

The songs in the 2000’s represent more than just a list of hits; they encapsulate a pivotal era in music history. This decade saw the culmination of genre fusion, the rise of iconic artists, and the constant evolution of pop sensibilities. From the early sounds that set the stage to the chart-topping anthems that defined the late 2000s, this music continues to be celebrated and rediscovered by new generations.

Relive the soundtrack of a decade and explore the full songs of the 2000’s through our curated playlists. Whether you’re feeling nostalgic or discovering these tracks for the first time, the music of the 2000s offers a vibrant and unforgettable listening experience.

Top 100 Artist of the 2000s

Top 100 Albums of the 2000s

Top40weekly 2000s Playlists

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