Decades: 2000s

These songs hit #1 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart in the 2000s. Since 1958, the Hot 100 has been America's barometer of song popularity.

All your favorite one-hit wonders from the '00s.

Smooth, soulful, sassy and sexy, R&B music in the 2000s stayed true to the genre's core values, while introducing new beats, styles and vocalists. This station has all the hits from an unforgettable decade.

This playlist features the best songs from the pop goddesses of the 2000s.

Building upon the wealth of '90s R&B artists who perfected the modern slow jam, R&B artists in the '00s added their own synthetic flourishes to rhythms that bluntly force you to get down.

"Rolling Stone's list of the decade's 100 best songs includes garage rock revivalists, dance-happy indie, sassy starlets, slick modern R&B, boundary-shattering pop hybrids and a few familiar icons from previous eras." - Rolling Stone

"The new millennium didn't mark a clean break from the past, but the seeds planted in the first years of the twenty-first century have altered the music industry in ways greater and more profound than at any time in the past thirty years." - Pitchfork

Can't get enough country music? Listen to this regularly updated playlist of songs that have hit #1 on the Billboard Country Charts since the year 2000.

Said the Gramophone is one of the oldest music blogs, and they're good at two things: finding good songs and writing about them. This playlist is comprised of some of their favorite songs from 2005-2010.

Awesome songs that have been featured in Apple commercials.

Can't get enough Weezy? Listen to these songs performed by and featuring Lil Wayne.

Rep the ATL, Chi Town, El Lay, D-Block and the Empire State, among others, on this collection of hometown hip hop anthems.

Party music. Big, loud, nasty, sweaty, party music from the 2000s.

Accessible indie tunes that should be the soundtrack for your favorite local coffee shop.

A bunch of songs produced by Yeezy from the last decade.

N.W.A., 2pac, Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z, G-Unit, Eminem: Dr. Dre's production resume speaks for itself. Listen to the greatest beats from hip hop's most influential producer.

The Neptunes produced some of the biggest hit songs of the late 1990s and early 2000s. These are the essential tracks that defined this production duo's raw, percussive sound.

The very best songs produced by Danger Mouse, one of Esquire magazine's seventy-five most influential people of the 21st century.

Turn the bass way up for this collection of funky tracks by legendary hip-hop producer J Dilla.

Cited by countless rappers, journalists, and fellow producers as one of the greatest hip-hop producers of all time, DJ Premier has left an an indelible mark on the genre. Here are Primo's greatest beats.

When he's not wearing a robot suit and making a spectacle with The Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am is producing hits for artists ranging from Michael Jackson to U2. Listen to a playlist of the biggest hits he's produced.

Celebrate the release of Jack White's new album Blunderbuss (http://bit.ly/Io5JGE) with this playlist, featuring the best of the White Stripes, his side projects, artists on his Third Man Records label, and other collaborations.

One of the greatest hip hop groups of all time, the Wu-Tang Clan has proved timeless and astonishingly prolific. This mix takes you straight to the slums of Shaolin, covering the work of Wu-Tang's core members, outsiders, and everything in between.

Nate Dogg was one of the best hook singers in the history of hip hop. This playlist highlights the best collaborations from his legendary career.

Enjoy the low, thudding bass of chill dubstep, the perfect soundtrack for relaxing nights.

Some of the best wobble effects in dubstep. "Wob wob wob" the night away with Coki, Benga and Zomby.

These massive dubstep tracks will make you want to dance until you drop.

Disco music has proven to be one of the sturdiest genres of dance music. Faster than funk and more charming than house, disco continues to evolve thanks to these new artists and producers.

Drawing on influences from traditional folk, psychedelia, and elsewhere, freak folk was born out of the "New Weird America" cultural movement in the mid-2000s. Listen to the sounds inspiring a new generation of hippies and expanding the definition of folk music.

Bollywood, India's Hindi film industry, is known for its colorful song and dance numbers. Here is a collection of hit songs from Bollywood films from the past decade.

This playlist includes songs from essential emo-pop artists like genre “founders” Jimmy Eat World and newcomers All Time Low.

On this playlist the fiercest Latina femcees take on the testosterone-dominated genres of reggaeton and hip hop.

Like Vinyasa, this playlist is both flowing and dynamic; some songs function to clear the mind while others work to energize the body. The focus here is on left-of-center acoustic and electronic songs.

Summery, fun, and jangly lo-fi pop. Grab some friends, pack some munchies, and lie on the grass and watch clouds for hours.

Nocturnal and textural electronica for long nights. By yourself, or with someone special, listen to this until the sun rises.

This collection of heart-thumping hip hop beats will help you reach the next level in your cardio workouts.

Light, upbeat indie pop to help you start your day.

This playlist of mostly acoustic, guitar-based songs is perfect for long, relaxing nights in your bedroom. By yourself, or with someone special, listen to this until the sun rises.

Unleash your inner daredevil with these songs from MTV's Jackass television series and films.

A sunny, nostalgia-drenched playlist packed with memorable hits from the ska-punk of Sublime and Reel Big Fish to the pop-rock of No Doubt and Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Songs by some of the best female indie pop singers.

With credible indie bands like Arcade Fire, Vampire Weekend, and The Black Keys licensing their songs for use on Television, it's not selling out anymore.

Trip-Hop began in the mid-1990s when England's hip hop and house scenes converged to create a unique hybrid of downtempo electronic music.

In their book, The Pitchfork 500, Pitchfork offers their take on the 500 best songs of the past three decades, with a focus on indie rock, hip hop, electronic, pop, metal, and experimental underground music.

In their book, The Pitchfork 500, Pitchfork offers their take on the 500 best songs of the past three decades, with a focus on indie rock, hip hop, electronic, pop, metal, and experimental underground music.

Hit songs performed by former American Idol contestants including Kelly Clarkson, Daughtry, Carrie Underwood and more.

From the land of long nights and longer winters come these white-hot electro and indie dance pop bangers that'll melt even the most frozen of faces.

This is where the Hot 100 meets 100 hot reps. Get your fitness on!

Alt-country is country and honky-tonk music with alternative and punk rock influences. Unlike the contemporary Nashville sound, alt-country is gritty, raw, and rough around the edges.

Coined in the early '90s, neo-soul describes the fusion of soul and contemporary R&B. While following the tradition of classic soul, neo-soul artists frequently incorporate elements of jazz, funk and hip hop into their music.

Work your Wget magic while listening to these motivational electro-bangers.

Known for its distinctive vintage sound and house band, Daptone Records has become one of the world's premier independent record labels. Listen to highlights of the best soul, funk, gospel and afrobeat released by this Brooklyn-based label.

Baile funk (or funk carioca) is a type of dance music commonly played in the slums of Rio de Janeiro. Derived from the bombastic sounds of Miami bass (a.k.a. booty bass), Baile funk brings powerful Brazilian slang to undeniably danceable music.

Indie R&B (sometimes derisively called PBR&B) combines dreamy, synth-based indie music with contemporary R&B beats. This soothing, warm new sound has been influencing underground and mainstream artists alike.

Listen to studio versions of songs performed on La Blogotheque's experimental video series of "Take-Away Shows."

Since 2007, Dead Oceans has released a steady stream of critically-acclaimed indie rock from artists including White Hinterland, John Vanderslice, Phosphorescent and more. Listen to the best songs from this small but influential label.

4AD Records is known for breaking some of today's most critically-acclaimed independent artists, including Bon Iver, St. Vincent, The National, and Deerhunter. This playlist features songs released on the label since 2000.

A panorama of rock & roll artists that came into the spotlight in the emerging 21st Century.

From Magic City in Atlanta to King of Diamonds in Miami, gentleman's club DJs are now powerful tastemakers in rap and R&B music. This playlist features some of the dramatic and sexy sounds that pervade many of these popular urban haunts.

Have you ever found yourself muttering "These kids today..." while listening to the radio? Stave off incipient fogeydom at any age by listening to these young artists who use the sounds of the '60s, '70s and '80s as their jumping-off point.

Everything you wanted to know about drum and bass but were afraid to ask. Featuring genre defining tracks from the early '90s to new cuts by artists that are redefining the genre today.

Post-rock tracks ranging from the abstract (Godspeed You! Black Emperor) to the melodic (Stereolab) and everything in between.

From his vintage soul arrangements to his obscure rap and rock samples, Mark Ronson has become one of the most versatile figures in pop music. Listen to highlights from his prolific career as a DJ, bandleader, and producer.

Hip hop's most infamous disses, from the early days on the streets of The Bronx to today. From the ferocious to the hilarious, this is the sound of lyrical warfare.

Electric Zoo is an electronic music festival that takes place on Randall's Island, NY on Labor Day weekend. Listen to a playlist of songs by artists in the 2011 lineup.

Whether bigging up the five boroughs or paying tribute to the blocks they grew up on, pioneering rappers, neighborhood heroes and modern-day superstars love to pen odes to NYC. Here's a non-stop blast of Big Apple hip-hop pride.

Even as they approach retirement age, the classic rockers of the '60s, '70s and '80s have continued making exciting and intriguing music over the last two decades. Check out these old dogs' new tricks.

Whether they're jamming on extended improvisational solos, combining unlikely genres, or playing songs backwards, jam bands make innovative, risky, and unclassifiable music that'll never sound the same way twice.

For the last decade, Brooklyn has been to hipsters what San Francisco was to hippies. From lo-fi noise to electro-dance to old-school soul to ironically glammed-up rock, Brooklyn has something for everyone.

Developed in the 1980s, Math rock is a guitar-based genre influenced by progressive and experimental rock known for using odd time signatures, interlocking rhythms and complex arrangements.

The classic Beach Boys sound of the mid-to-late '60s has influenced generations of artists ever since. Listen to contemporary artists show off their devotion to the genius of Brian Wilson.

Innovative producer Diplo is known for blending ghetto house, dubstep, baile funk, and dancehall. Listen to this collection of bangers produced by Diplo or released on his label, Mad Decent Records.

The mid-1990s brought about the end of the grunge heyday, but many of its key players have continued performing in various incarnations. This selection of songs presents many of them, along with a number of their notable followers.

Listen to the catchiest, most hook-laden dance songs and remixes from the past decade.

Go shawty, it's your birthday! No need to wait in line at Tao, Pure, Lavo, or Marquee -- pop some bottles and drop it like it's hot with the hottest club bangers of the '00s.

Bhangra is a lively, percussive form of folk music and harvest dance from the Indian state of Punjab. Bhangra has enjoyed a surge in popularity worldwide, both in traditional form and as a fusion with genres such as hip-hop and reggae.

Modern female songwriters inspired by the off-kilter vocal and sonic sensibilities of music maverick Kate Bush.

The top 100 songs of 2009, as chosen by the writers and contributors of Pitchfork.

Rock's greatest in-concert moments, from the grunge gods of the '90s (Nirvana, Soundgarden) to the indie icons of the '00s (Decemberists, Bright Eyes) and beyond.

The top 100 songs of 2008, as chosen by the writers and contributors of Pitchfork.

The top 100 songs of 2007, as chosen by the writers and contributors of Pitchfork.

The top 100 songs of 2006, as chosen by the writers and contributors of Pitchfork.

The top 50 singles of 2005, as chosen by the writers and contributors of Pitchfork.

The top 50 singles of 2004, as chosen by the writers and contributors of Pitchfork.

The top 50 singles of 2003, as chosen by the writers and contributors of Pitchfork.

In honor of the new season of Jersey Shore, here are some electro bangers to make you sweat on the dancefloor. Hair gel and bronzer optional.

The world comes together when chill beats meet international rhythms. Songs for cocktail or coffee hour, or just for grooving to the global beat.

When rappers decide to get political, they don't pull punches. Hitting back against police harassment, calling for political payback, and speaking unflinchingly about society and media as a whole, these rappers take aim with an almighty righteous attack.

From Dr. Dre and Timbaland to Pharrell Williams and Kanye West, these are the greatest modern hip-hop super-producers who create rap superstars and pump out hip-hop anthems.

Contemporary pop-rock ('90s to today), focusing on female vocalists and sensitive guys. Contemplative and emotional yet SFW (Safe for Work).

MTV's Total Request Live was a popular music video countdown series hosted by Carson Daly that aired from 1998-2008. We've immortalized TRL's legacy with this playlist of every song that hit #1 throughout the show's history.

Rediscover fun, upbeat electronic music from the mid-1990s to the early 2000s, built on dancefloor-ready breakbeats, clever loops and lots of vocal samples. Check it out now, my funk soul brothas.

Asian Underground is a catch-all term for British artists and DJs of South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Sri Lankan) descent who use the traditional sounds they heard in their homes growing up to create sexy beats for western nightlife.

Dim the lights and feel the rhythm with these sultry pop and R&B jams.

Rock radio staples from the current crop of mainstream hitmakers. The artists who grew up with Led Zeppelin and Queen in one ear and Nirvana and Red Hot Chili Peppers in the other are making their own hits now.

Turn any old room into a trendy cocktail lounge with this jet-setting collection of swank, laid-back grooves.

Pop, dance and electronica from Scandinavia. Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Iceland and Finland represent!

As the '90s became the '00s, indie artists began doing the unthinkable: embracing and creating dance music. Here's some of the best indie dance from the past decade.

Electro-industrial and electronic body music celebrates the darker side of the dance floor. Come on, feel the industrial noise.

Take a trip into the hypnotic world of psychedelia and Goa trance music. Go on a celestial journey from the comfort of your own private chill-out room.

Say hello to one of the premier emo and pop-punk labels of the early 2000s. This exploration of their catalogue features the label's biggest artists alongside more obscure but equally worthy tracks

A compilation of contemporary female artists who refuse to mold to society's ideal. These ladies are not for the faint of heart and that's exactly why we love them. This playlist includes upbeat electro, rap, soul. NSFW.

Not all electro acts aim for the dance floor. Explore the low-key, laid-back side of the style though these well-known names and under-the-radar indie acts.

Get acquainted with a multitude of bass-heavy Brits. Explore over two decades' worth of UK dance music subgenres, from classic drum'n'bass to the recent emergence of dubstep.

How do indie rockers fit into their skinny jeans? By hitting the treadmill with these uptempo, accessible indie jams.

These quiet, pensive tunes are perfect for an overcast afternoon, either curled up at home or settled in at a cozy cafe.

Low-tempo indie tunes perfect to take your mind off being cramped up in coach, whether you're trying to fall asleep or just get into a zen-like zone.

Modern mainstream Japanese music encompasses a wide range of genres; from bubblegum dance pop to soulful ballads and alternative rock. Here are today's hottest J-Pop acts.

When you need a break from all the usual renditions of the same old holiday songs, cozy up to these indie-minded Yuletide tunes.

Nothing gets you through even the toughest mornings like these feel-good, contemporary hip hop and R&B jams. Face the day with soul and power!

Rick Ross is one of today's hottest -- and most prolific -- MCs. Listen to every great track the Teflon Don has guested on, as well as some of his own hits. "Huh!"

Emerging as an antidote to the glitzy-jiggy rap scene of the late '90s, underground artists started putting out uncompromising hip-hop on small independent labels. Look back on a sometimes underappreciated scene.

Psychedelia is eternal. These contemporary indie artists explore altered states much like the lysergic explorers of the past.

Ms. Swift isn't the only woman out there making sweet, wistful, and introspective country pop for tweens, teens, and nostalgic adults. Start making Taylor's heart-hands gesture for these gals.

The members of Kings of Leon handpick their favorite songs and influences. Head over to http://facebook.com/KingsOfLeon to request songs!

In the late '80s and early '90s, country stars like Garth Brooks staged an unprecedented invasion on the pop charts. These days, this new batch of twangin' torch-carriers has been crashing the border from Music City to mainstream fame.

Enjoy today's latest top Latin pop songs from the current crop of bilingual stars.

Everyone with a soft spot for singer/songwriters knows their Troubadour History 101, filled with songsmiths from previous generations, but here's where you'll find the best of the current crop of artists committed to the crafting of thoughtful tunes.

The retro sounds of '60s soul music have made a comeback. These contemporary artists are updating classic soul sounds for the 21st century.

Surfacing during the heyday of nu metal, Linkin Park has revealed remarkable longevity in subsequent years. Here are some of the band's finest moments, along with numerous rock and hip-hop acts in its orbit.

In the second half of the '80s, the success of Enya and the rest of a new generation of New Age artists led to the genre's second wind. Embracing everything from digital instruments to pop crossovers, New Age reached a whole new audience.

From crunk classics to modern baller anthems, this is the boisterous sound of southern rap songs that are guaranteed to tear the club up. Get low!

Let these laid back, southern-fried hip-hop grooves soundtrack your next good-time BBQ gathering. Slow your roll.

Life can't all be thrash. Enjoy the more relaxed side of post-2000 pop-punk artists, with slower tempos and acoustic guitars for those mellow moments.

From easygoing to uplifting, these twangin' tunes deliver the ultimate country music morning. Now you've got just what it takes to start your day off right, country-style.

Soul music re-emerged and took on many forms throughout the 90's and 00's, often referred to as Neo Soul or Soul Revival. Here’s an eclectic collection of songs from the men that captured that spirit.

Soul music re-emerged and took on many forms throughout the 90's and 00's, often referred to as "Neo Soul" or "Soul Revival." Listen to the greatest songs from the women that captured that spirit.

Go deeper into the chilly beauty, imagination and melancholy that's at the heart of Justin Vernon's music. Explore his influences, contemporaries and several of the artists Vernon (aka Bon Iver) has collaborated with.

These cute, warm and fuzzy tracks are perfect for a Valentine's Day date. Romance that twee girl or hipster boy you met in the used vinyl section at your indie record store with these heartfelt tunes.

An intimate experience with some of rap's most compelling introspective and philosophical songs.

Spastic, experimental emo with a touch of metal thrown in for good measure. Careful not to shred your vocal chords.

Rock ballads, bubblegum pop and dance are the most popular genres of V-Pop, or modern Vietnamese music. Inspired by French pop and American pop/R&B tunes of the 90s, V-Pop blended modern foreign sound with Vietnamese sentiments. Enjoy the latest Vpop hits here

A collection of music created by and/or featuring members of the Atlanta, Georgia based Hip-Hop/R&B/Soul musical collective, the Dungeon Family. Most notable members include Outkast, Goodie Mob, and Organized Noize Productions.

A blend of hazy rap anthems from old heads and smoked-out upstarts. Roll one up.

Explore the current state of forward-looking electronic music, from minimal techno to electro-acoustic sound experiments.

IDM may have originally stood for Intelligent Dance Music, but it doesn't have to live on the dance floor. This cerebral electronica also makes the perfect soundtrack for studying, reading, or simply relaxing.

An exploration of the Latin 'indie' scene through the songs of popular bands as well as emerging acts.

The term "indie" may conjure up thoughts of a scrappy aesthetic, but as these exceptional acts prove, there's plenty of room for a more refined sound as well.

With three albums and a handfull of dance singles, LCD Soundsystem, James Murphy's pet project turned stellar live band, deflected the trajectory of popular indie music in the '00s towards a visceral blend of classic NYC dance and rock music.

Settle into the hip, cool lounge of a trendy European hotel with these stylish tunes. Order a cocktail and let the evening take you away.

Since her early teens, Brandy has been working hard, multi-tasking as a professional singer and actress. These are the best soulful r&b songs that she recommends for unwinding after a long day. Request songs at: http://on.fb.me/HYcoqc

Funky and atmospheric instrumental works from the masters of trip hop, one of the hippest underground movements to emerge in the '90s.

Hypnotic breaks and pensive soundscapes from today's greatest electronica artists: the perfect soundtrack for reading, working, or just relaxing.

From the stylish East Coast multi-piece bands to the more playful, slacker-style SoCal scene, here are all your third-wave ska favorites that made the '90s so much fun.

Since winning American Idol in 2005, Carrie Underwood has been one of country music's biggest crossover stars. Celebrate the release of her new album Blown Away (http://bit.ly/JLn3od) with this playlist, featuring Carrie and her closest contemporaries.

DJs and musicians armed with its signature bandoneon have brought the tango into the 21st Century. The sound is contemporary, but the feeling is faithful to the emotional immigrant song of South America's Rio de la Plata region. There simply is no last tango.