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    In the 1990s, dance songs combined elements of electronic and house music with R&B and soul-inspired vocals. Rhythm is indeed a dancer.
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    Listen to the most popular electronic dance tracks in America as determined by Billboard's Hot Dance Club Songs chart.
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    The mighty Metallica has never been shy about acknowledging influences and favorite contemporaries. Explore the band's metal, punk and hard rock roots..
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    This isn't a wake-up call, it's a kick in the head. Start your day with some momentum and these alarming alternative rock, punk rock, and hardcore cuts.
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    The-Dream has written and produced many of the biggest hits of the last decade, saving the best tracks for his own albums. With songs drenched in Prince-inspired sexuality and all the melodrama of an R. Kelly song, let The-Dream show you how to slow it down.

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    This playlist features the best songs from the pop goddesses of the 2000s.
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    '80-'87 Prince, Prince's side projects and protégés, and Prince's influences and like-minded contemporaries at their most Prince-esque, all swirled in a dirty electro-funky grind and insert double entendre here. Purple.
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    Originally an 18th-century Spanish dance, the bolero took root in Latin America, becoming an integral component of many regional soundscapes. Hear the wooing and swooning voices, and minor-key melodies and delicate rhythms, that have inspired civilizations of lovers.
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    Characterized by its lush vocal harmonies, "doomph, doomph" bass lines, group snapping, and high falsetto, doo-wop was one of the most popular musical styles of the '50s and '60s.
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    Songs by Duran Duran and similar artists
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    Every song featuring Georgia-born rapper 2 Chainz, including tracks from his former southern rap duo Playaz Circle.
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    Born in Trinidad and raised in Queens, Nicki Minaj has stormed the charts with her double-take inducing talent. Here's every song that features Nicki Minaj, as well as the best from her own catalog.
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    Bust a move to these memorable hits from the '80s and '90s. Relive all the pop, hip-hop and alt-rock songs you secretly -- or not so secretly -- love to sing along to.
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    Put on your best Hawaiian shirt, hop into your stolen car and enjoy the sweet sounds of Vice City.
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    Take your exercise routine back to the future with these upbeat, fun and motivational 1980s hits. It'll, like, totally get you up and moving.
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    You may not fill out a bikini like Mariah, or sport a six pack like LL, but none of that matters when you're partying to these classic hits on a hot summer day by the pool.
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    Is your boss a habitual line-stepper? Is your confidence shot? Don't stress; just let these MCs speak for you.
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    From the late '70s to the early '80s, rock music evolved to incorporate a softer, more sophisticated studio-produced sound. These are the best songs from the last era of rock before video killed the radio star.
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    Kick-start your workout with this collection of sweaty, Latin-influenced dance tracks.
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    Got a long workout ahead of you? This fun, upbeat mix of pop, rock, and hip hop will help you go the distance without getting bored.
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    Do you have a fever for which the only prescription is more cowbell? Listen to the greatest songs totally driven by percussion's eager overachiever.
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    One of the most eclectic sub-genres in rock music, new wave features the punk-influenced, synth-dominated sound that defined pop music in the early 1980s.
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    Park your T-Bird under the stars on a cool summer night with that special someone and get romantic with the best love ballads from the mid-'50s to early '60s. Just remember to get home before curfew.
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    The best rap tracks from the past two decades as chosen by RapGenius community, editors, and moderators. http://rapgenius.com
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    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.
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    What becomes of the brokenhearted? They console themselves with these classic soul songs about love and loss.
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    Evoking memories of hot summer days, these mellow and soulful rap cuts from the '90s to today are perfect for lazy Sundays. Nod ya head.
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    The most energetic and inspiring songs performed during Super Bowl half-time shows.
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    Kick off your shoes and twist the night away to infectiously upbeat songs everyone knows by heart: the most fun rock, soul, and doo wop cuts from the '50s and '60s.
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    The mighty Metallica has never been shy about acknowledging influences and favorite contemporaries. Explore the band's metal, punk and hard rock roots..
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    Explore the world of newly-minted pop superstar Bruno Mars with this sparkling set of tracks featuring his influences, contemporaries and collaborators.
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    Billy Joel is one of the most popular singer/songwriters to emerge in the 1970s. Listen to essential songs by the Piano Man himself as well as his greatest influences and contemporaries. http://www.billyjoel.com
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    Justin Timberlake is one of his generation's most talented pop stars. Listen to the best track from Timberlake, his influences, his production teams and his contemporaries.
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    Dance the night away with these classic R&B and pop hits of the '80s, '90s and early '00s.
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    Got yourself a '69 Pontiac Trans Am with a 350 H.O. under the hood, a two-tone custom spray job and racing slicks out back? Blast these scuzzy, '70s-leaning rock anthems from your radio and taste the envy in the parking lot air.
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    Whether you're in your shower, your car, or your local dive bar, these are the party anthems you'll want to sing along to. For a good time, belt out these hits as loud as you can.
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    Like to dance, but need a break from today's pop hits? With nothing too obvious and nothing too obscure, this playlist of classic soul, funky pop, and danceable rock songs is an epic party waiting to happen.
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    Some songs just have a certain je ne sais quoi; when you hear them you start skipping down a crowded public street. Embarrassing? Absolutely. Will you care? Not likely.
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    Some of the best cover songs of all time, including some songs you didn't even know were covers.
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    Tie a sweater around your neck and set sail for the high seas with these smoother than smooth yacht rock classics.
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    Songs by Zumba Fitness and similar artists

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    This playlist takes you back to an idyllic '70s pool party where the bathing suits were as small as the sunglasses were big; Stealers Wheel was blasting out of the poolside AM and funky disco gems were spinning inside on the HiFi.
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    Merengue is a form of dance music that originated in the Dominican Republic and has spread to Puerto Rico and other Latin American countries. This playlist includes an eclectic mix of songs by merengue's most influential artists.
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    Get yourself the eye of the tiger by psyching up with this set of rousing late-'70s and '80s cocky rock hits.
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    Make working out the best part of your day with this energetic mix of pop, rock, hip hop and dance hits and remixes. http://www.flywheelsports.com/
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    Songs by Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam and similar artists
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    Reggaeton hits from superstars like Daddy Yankee, Don Omar, Wisin Y Yandel and more.
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    Forget about boring calisthenics; work up a sweat -- and feel sexy while doing so -- dancing to these uptempo, latin beats recommended by Zumba instructors.
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    Songs by Omega and similar artists
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    Iowa-born hip hop producer Bangladesh has been making waves (and getting serious airplay) with his speaker-blowing productions for Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj. This playlist collects all of Bangladesh's productions from the last decade.
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    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.
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    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.
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    Songs by System Of A Down and similar artists
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    Two left feet? No problem. This playlist of dance instruction jams will teach you everything from The Twist to The Dougie.
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    It's time for a well-deserved girl's night out, so pour some drinks and crank up the volume; these pop, rap and dance songs will prepare you and your girlfriends for what lies ahead.
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    The definitive '90s jock jams collection.

Kindle Favorites

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    Starting in the early-mid '90, hip hop took on dramatic changes in sound as gangster rap and rich, soulful production became the dominant styles. These are the classic club anthems from that era.
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    Get a taste of Jamaica with these sun-kissed reggae jams.