Jay-Z and Kanye West debuted “Otis” at the 2011 VMA Awards to much delight. (Photo property of Getty Images)
By: Jacob Elyachar
If you have not had the opportunity to read day nine of my series, click here: https://www.jakes-take.com/2013/01/the-top-50-songs-of-the-2010s-so-far-day-nine/
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Here are the five best songs that have been released in the 2010s:
5. “Otis” by Jay-Z & Kanye West
“Otis” is a great example of two hip-hop titans banding together to deliver some of the best beats in their careers. In addition, the duo perfectly sampled and incorporated the late Otis Redding’s “Try A Little Tenderness” into their track, which made the song-the best rap song of 2011.
Jay-Z & Kanye West debuted their hit on the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards to much acclaim. To watch this performance, click here: http://youtu.be/-puS_BQZ9ZQ
4. “Forget You” by Cee Lo Green
The Voice coach struck music gold when he released one of the best tracks of 2010. “Forget You” was a brilliant R&B song that featured incredible hooks, superb vocals and excellent lyrics that made anyone want to say the expletive version to people who have wronged them.
3. “Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars
Bruno Mars’ first single off of his highly successful debut album is the fourth best-selling digital single of all-time. “Just the Way You Are” is an incredible empowerment song that we do not hear on the radio everyday and it was one of Bruno’s best vocal performances.
Elton John and Leon Russell performed at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images North America)
2. “The Best Part of the Day” by Elton John & Leon Russell
One of the best tracks off of The Union was “The Best Part of the Day.” It is truly one of the best songs that the songwriting team of Elton John and Bernie Taupin ever written. The instrumental arrangement was phenomenal and the harmonies between Elton and his musical hero were fantastic.
Adele’s powerful performance of “Rolling in the Deep” was the true highlight of the 2012 Grammys. (Photo property of Getty images)
1. “Rolling in the Deep” by Adele
There was so much fire in Adele’s voice when you listen to this track. The melodies, the call-and-responses and lyrics were outstanding, which made this track not only the best song of 2011 but helped the British songbird secure six Grammy Awards during the 2012 Grammy Awards.
Adele’s performance of “Rolling in the Deep” was the true highlight of the 2012 Grammy Awards. To watch this remarkable performance, click here: http://youtu.be/q2-5sJdOVpQ
I do not own any of the songs and clips that are featured throughout this article; they belong to the artists and their respective record companies.
