PL: “Shaping the Future” Hits of the 2010’s

Get ready to relive the energy of the 2010s with “2010s Hits,” a playlist packed with the anthems that defined the decade. Featuring chart-toppers from artists like Bruno Mars, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Adele, this collection showcases a diverse mix of genres, from pop and hip-hop to EDM and indie rock. These tracks reflect the spirit of a generation, filled with unforgettable hooks, powerful lyrics, and fresh sounds that captured the moment. Perfect for anyone looking to revisit the vibrant sounds of the 2010s or discover the hits that shaped this era, “2010s Hits” will have you singing along and dancing in no time!

Playlist track information

“California Gurls” – Katy Perry ft. Snoop Dogg
Release Date: 2010
Genre: Pop
Notes: This summertime anthem became one of the biggest hits of 2010, helping Katy Perry dominate the charts.

“Love the Way You Lie” – Eminem ft. Rihanna
Release Date: 2010
Genre: Hip Hop/R&B
Notes: A powerful collaboration between Eminem and Rihanna, this song topped charts worldwide and became one of the best-selling digital singles of the decade.

“Rolling in the Deep” – Adele
Release Date: 2010 (hit in 2011)
Genre: Pop/Soul
Notes: Adele’s breakout hit from her album 21, this song topped charts globally and won multiple Grammy Awards.

“Party Rock Anthem” – LMFAO ft. Lauren Bennett and GoonRock
Release Date: 2011
Genre: EDM/Pop
Notes: An infectious dance track that became a worldwide sensation, it was one of the biggest party anthems of the decade.

“Somebody That I Used to Know” – Gotye ft. Kimbra
Release Date: 2011 (hit in 2012)
Genre: Indie Pop
Notes: This melancholic breakup song became a massive hit and one of the best-selling digital singles of all time.

“Call Me Maybe” – Carly Rae Jepsen
Release Date: 2011 (hit in 2012)
Genre: Pop
Notes: One of the most viral songs of the decade, “Call Me Maybe” dominated the charts and became a cultural phenomenon.

“Blurred Lines” – Robin Thicke ft. T.I. and Pharrell
Release Date: 2013
Genre: R&B/Pop
Notes: One of the biggest hits of 2013, though later controversial, this song topped charts globally and became a summer anthem.

“Royals” – Lorde
Release Date: 2013
Genre: Indie Pop
Notes: Lorde’s debut single became a worldwide smash hit and a defining song of 2013, earning her multiple awards.

“Shake It Off” – Taylor Swift
Release Date: 2014
Genre: Pop
Notes: Taylor Swift’s shift to pop music was solidified with this upbeat, catchy anthem, which became one of the biggest hits of the year.

“Happy” – Pharrell Williams
Release Date: 2013 (hit in 2014)
Genre: Pop/Soul
Notes: Pharrell’s feel-good anthem became a global sensation, topping charts and becoming one of the most recognizable songs of the decade.

“Uptown Funk” – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
Release Date: 2014 (hit in 2015)
Genre: Funk/Pop
Notes: This throwback funk-pop anthem topped the charts and became one of the most successful singles of all time.

“Hello” – Adele
Release Date: 2015
Genre: Pop/Soul
Notes: Adele’s much-anticipated comeback single became an instant hit, topping charts globally and breaking multiple records.

“One Dance” – Drake ft. Wizkid and Kyla
Release Date: 2016
Genre: Dancehall/Afrobeat
Notes: This track became Drake’s first No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and one of the most streamed songs of the decade.

“Work” – Rihanna ft. Drake
Release Date: 2016
Genre: Dancehall/R&B
Notes: This infectious song marked another successful collaboration between Rihanna and Drake, dominating the charts for weeks.

“Shape of You” – Ed Sheeran
Release Date: 2017
Genre: Pop
Notes: One of the biggest hits of Ed Sheeran’s career, “Shape of You” was the most-streamed song of 2017 and one of the best-selling digital songs of all time.

“Despacito (Remix)” – Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber
Release Date: 2017
Genre: Latin Pop/Reggaeton
Notes: This remix became a global smash hit, topping charts worldwide and helping to bring Latin music further into the mainstream.

“God’s Plan” – Drake
Release Date: 2018
Genre: Hip Hop
Notes: One of Drake’s most successful songs, “God’s Plan” topped the charts for weeks and became a viral sensation thanks to its philanthropic music video.

“Shallow” – Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper
Release Date: 2018
Genre: Pop/Rock
Notes: From the A Star Is Born soundtrack, this emotional duet became a worldwide hit, earning Gaga an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

“Old Town Road (Remix)” – Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus
Release Date: 2019
Genre: Country Rap
Notes: This viral hit broke records for the longest-running No. 1 song on the Billboard Hot 100, blending country and hip hop in a unique way.

“Bad Guy” – Billie Eilish
Release Date: 2019
Genre: Pop
Notes: Billie Eilish’s breakout hit became one of the defining songs of the year, helping her rise to stardom with its minimalist production and quirky style.

Honourable Mentions:
“We Found Love” – Rihanna ft. Calvin Harris (2011)
“Get Lucky” – Daft Punk ft. Pharrell Williams (2013)
“Thank U, Next” – Ariana Grande (2018)
“HUMBLE.” – Kendrick Lamar (2017)
“Rockstar” – Post Malone ft. 21 Savage (2017)
“Truth Hurts” – Lizzo (2017, hit in 2019)
“The Middle” – Zedd, Maren Morris, Grey (2018)
“Blinding Lights” – The Weeknd (2019)