The 50 Best Songs of the 2010s….So Far: Part One

Jennifer Lopez and Lil Wayne I'm Into You

Jennifer Lopez and Lil Wayne’s “I’m Into You” was a great piece of ear candy. (Photo property of the Rap-Up)

By: Jacob Elyachar

As we enter the fourth year of the 2010s, there have been some incredible songs that have taken the world by storm.

This series focuses on the songs that made us reflect, helped us persevere through challenges and made us dance the night away.

Today’s tracks that are featured in the countdown will definitely put you in a good mood and should be put in your workout playlist.

50. “I’m Into You”-Jennifer Lopez feat. Lil Wayne

Our countdown kicks off with the sensational Jennifer Lopez’s collaboration with Lil Wayne.   “I’m Into You” showcases Jennifer’s seductive voice and some smooth beats from the New Orleans rapper.

49. “Born This Way”-Lady Gaga

The title track to Lady Gaga’s highly successful sophomore album was an anthem for all underdogs everywhere that were teased due of their disability, ethnicity or sexual orientation.    I strongly believe that Gaga’s powerful lyrics helped instill self-confidence to millions of people around the world.

To watch Lady Gaga’s music video of this track, click here: http://youtu.be/wV1FrqwZyKw

Katy Perry Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F)

Katy Perry’s music video for “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” featured cameos from Rebecca Black, Hanson and Kenny G. (Photo property of Capitol Records)

 

48. “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)”-Katy Perry

Katy Perry’s fifth single off of Teenage Dream transported listeners to the aftermath of an out-of-control party that would have made anyone wish that they were guests.  The music video features the singer as the nerdish Kathy Beth Terry, who experiences her first party that included cameos from Glee’s Kevin McHale and Darren Criss, former teen idols Debbie Gibson and Corey Feldman, Kenny G and Hanson.

47. “Tonight (I’m Lovin’ You)”- Enrique Iglesias feat. Ludacris & DJ Frank E

Enrique’s energetic “Tonight (I’m Loving You)” was one of the number one dance singles of 2011.  The song combined Iglesias’ smooth vocals, DJ Frank E’s catchy techno background and Ludacris’ spirited rap solo that was played on every Top 40 radio station in the country.

 

David Guetta, Flo Rida and Nicki Minaj on America's Got Talent

David Guetta, Flo Rida and Nicki Minaj performed “Where Them Girls At” on the “America’s Got Talent” stage. (Photo property of NBC’s Lewis Jacobs)

46. “Where Them Girls At”-David Guetta feat. Flo Rida & Nicki Minaj

The first single off of David Guetta’s fifth studio album featured Guetta’s signature sound combined with Flo Rida’s bold raps plus Nicki Minaj’s flashy and catchy solo that turned this song into an instant smash hit.

The trio performed their hit together for the first time during the sixth season of  America’s Got Talent.  To watch their performance, click here: http://youtu.be/-Rr6J3RPjjM  

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