PL: “Y2K Anthems” 00s Classics

Dive into the vibrant world of the 2000s with “Y2K Anthems,” a dynamic collection of the decade’s most unforgettable hits. This playlist showcases a mix of chart-topping pop, hip-hop bangers, and rock anthems from iconic artists like Alicia Keys, Eminem, Linkin Park, and Rihanna. Whether you’re reliving the catchy hooks or the unforgettable beats, these tracks perfectly capture the spirit of a decade that shaped modern music. Ideal for anyone who danced through the naughties or those discovering its sonic gems for the first time, “Y2K Anthems” will have you singing along and reminiscing about the glory days of the early 2000s.

Playlist track information

“Bye Bye Bye” – *NSYNC
Release Date: 2000
Genre: Pop
Notes: One of the defining songs of the boy band era, “Bye Bye Bye” was a massive hit that cemented *NSYNC’s place in pop history.

“Breathe” – Faith Hill
Release Date: 1999 (hit in 2000)
Genre: Country/Pop
Notes: This crossover hit was one of the biggest songs of 2000 and showed the growing influence of country-pop.

“Fallin’” – Alicia Keys
Release Date: 2001
Genre: R&B
Notes: Alicia Keys’ debut single, “Fallin’” showcased her talent as both a singer and pianist and became an instant classic.

“Hanging by a Moment” – Lifehouse
Release Date: 2000 (hit in 2001)
Genre: Alternative Rock
Notes: A breakout rock anthem, this song became one of the biggest hits of 2001 and remains a staple of early 2000s rock.

“Hot in Herre” – Nelly
Release Date: 2002
Genre: Hip Hop
Notes: One of the biggest party anthems of the decade, “Hot in Herre” topped charts and solidified Nelly as a hip hop star.

“A Thousand Miles” – Vanessa Carlton
Release Date: 2002
Genre: Pop
Notes: With its iconic piano riff, “A Thousand Miles” became a massive hit and a defining ballad of the early 2000s.

“In da Club” – 50 Cent
Release Date: 2003
Genre: Hip Hop
Notes: 50 Cent’s debut single became a cultural phenomenon and one of the biggest hip hop hits of the decade.

“Yeah!” – Usher ft. Lil Jon and Ludacris
Release Date: 2004
Genre: R&B/Hip Hop
Notes: Usher’s club anthem featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris topped charts worldwide and became one of the defining party tracks of the 2000s.

“Mr. Brightside” – The Killers
Release Date: 2003 (hit in 2004)
Genre: Indie Rock/Alternative Rock
Notes: This song became an anthem for alternative rock fans and remains one of The Killers’ most enduring hits.

“Gold Digger” – Kanye West ft. Jamie Foxx
Release Date: 2005
Genre: Hip Hop
Notes: One of Kanye West’s biggest hits, “Gold Digger” became a chart-topping success and is widely regarded as a hip hop classic.

“Since U Been Gone” – Kelly Clarkson
Release Date: 2004 (hit in 2005)
Genre: Pop Rock
Notes: This pop-rock anthem became a breakout hit for Kelly Clarkson and solidified her as one of the biggest stars of the decade.

“Hips Don’t Lie” – Shakira ft. Wyclef Jean
Release Date: 2006
Genre: Latin Pop
Notes: Shakira’s infectious hit, featuring Wyclef Jean, became a global sensation and one of the best-selling singles of the 2000s.

“Crazy” – Gnarls Barkley
Release Date: 2006
Genre: Soul/Alternative
Notes: This genre-blending hit by CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse became a massive international success and was praised for its originality.

“Umbrella” – Rihanna
Release Date: 2007
Genre: Pop/R&B
Notes: Rihanna’s “Umbrella” became one of the defining songs of the 2000s, launching her into global superstardom.

“Stronger” – Kanye West
Release Date: 2007
Genre: Hip Hop
Notes: Sampling Daft Punk’s “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger,” Kanye West’s hit became one of the most memorable tracks of the decade.

“I Kissed a Girl” – Katy Perry
Release Date: 2008
Genre: Pop
Notes: Katy Perry’s breakout single, “I Kissed a Girl,” was a massive success and signalled her arrival as a major pop star.

“Viva La Vida” – Coldplay
Release Date: 2008
Genre: Alternative Rock
Notes: One of Coldplay’s most successful songs, this anthem topped charts worldwide and became a staple of their career.

“Poker Face” – Lady Gaga
Release Date: 2008 (hit in 2009)
Genre: Pop/Dance
Notes: One of Lady Gaga’s biggest hits, “Poker Face” became an international sensation and cemented her status as a pop icon.

“Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” – Beyoncé
Release Date: 2008 (hit in 2009)
Genre: R&B/Pop
Notes: Beyoncé’s empowering anthem became one of her signature songs, complete with its iconic music video and dance moves.

Honourable Mentions:
“In the end” – Linkin Park (2000)
“Lose Yourself” – Eminem (2002)
“Toxic” – Britney Spears (2004)
“Hey Ya!” – OutKast (2003)
“Boulevard of Broken Dreams” – Green Day (2004)
“Drop It Like It’s Hot” – Snoop Dogg ft. Pharrell (2004)
“The Real Slim Shady” – Eminem (2000)
“SexyBack” – Justin Timberlake (2006)
“How to Save a Life” – The Fray (2006)
“Just Dance” – Lady Gaga (2008)
“My Humps” – Black Eyed Peas (2005)

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