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Craig David emerged in British R&B and two-step garage with Fill Me In and his 2000 debut album Born to Do It. Albums including Slicker Than Your Average and The Story Goes continued his recording career. He later...

Kelly Clarkson's American Idol-era single A Moment Like This appeared in 2002, followed by the R&B-tinged pop of Thankful. Breakaway and My December developed a stronger guitar sound around her powerful, flexible...

Celine Dion grew up in a musical family in Charlemagne, Quebec, and began recording in French before developing an English-language career. Unison marked that transition in 1990. Her repertoire includes film songs...

Carlton's feelings for a crush she had while attending ballet school.

Alicia Keys is an American singer, songwriter, pianist and producer whose musical training connected classical repertoire with jazz. She began playing piano at seven and released Songs in A Minor in 2001. The Diary...

The all-consuming nature of a passionate relationship.

The irony of falling for someone unexpectedly

Jennifer Lopez began her recording career with On the 6 in 1999 after establishing herself as an actress. The Bronx-born performer combined English-language R&B and dance-pop with Spanish-language songs, including a...

Embracing life and spirituality

Finding someone who complements you perfectly.

The desire to be there for someone who's struggling.

The importance of reliability in a relationship.

Jaheim is a New Brunswick, New Jersey, singer whose recordings combine traditional R&B vocal phrasing with hip-hop production. A relationship with Naughty by Nature's Kay Gee led to releases through the Divine Mill...

A nonsensical, catchy dance song.

Ashanti's early recording breakthrough joined R&B singing with high-profile rap collaborations. Foolish introduced her self-titled debut album in 2002, following her appearance on Ja Rule's Always on Time. She later...

Gratitude for life's blessings.

Lead singer Wes Scantlin's relationship with his son.

Perseverance in the face of adversity.

The need for space and freedom in a relationship.

Overcoming personal struggles and finding strength

The energy and excitement of dancing at a party.

Co-writer Marsha Ambrosius recalled that the song began with her crush on a man working at a McDonald's in London. Jackson heard it on her Floetry demo and invited her to work with him during the Invincible sessions....

LeAnn Rimes is a singer whose career connects traditional country singing with pop ballads and other vocal projects. Raised in Texas after an early childhood in Mississippi, she performed in talent shows and musical...

The obsessive nature of infatuation.

Attraction and desire in a relationship.

Eminem's troubled relationship with his mother.

Named after the Apache leader, symbolizing rebellion and resistance.

People who act differently around others to fit in.

The song was reportedly inspired by Timberlake's breakup with Britney Spears.

The passage of time and changing relationships.

Theme song for the James Bond film of the same name.

Ginuwine is the recording name of Washington, D.C., R&B singer Elgin Lumpkin. His work with Timbaland shaped Pony and the 1996 debut album Ginuwine...The Bachelor. The following albums 100% Ginuwine and The Life...

The complexity of being attracted to someone while in a relationship.

Embracing a more mature and provocative image.

The inexplicable nature of missed romantic opportunities.

Pink, also styled P!nk, is a Pennsylvania-born singer whose recordings connect R&B phrasing, pop-rock and dance production. Can't Take Me Home introduced her solo repertoire in 2000; M!ssundaztood brought a stronger...

Ashanti's early recording breakthrough joined R&B singing with high-profile rap collaborations. Foolish introduced her self-titled debut album in 2002, following her appearance on Ja Rule's Always on Time. She later...

Alan Jackson is a singer and songwriter from Newnan, Georgia, whose work emphasizes traditional country sounds and clear storytelling. After moving to Nashville, he worked as a demo singer and developed songs before...

The turbulent nature of relationships.

The desire to run away with a lover.

The universal appeal of music and dance.

Appreciating the simple moments in life.

Blige's desire to create a feel-good party song

Staying positive and carefree despite life's challenges.

The struggles of being in a toxic relationship.

Brandy Norwood developed as both a television performer and recording artist while still a teenager. Her 1994 self-titled album joined R&B, pop and hip-hop elements, with I Wanna Be Down among its early songs. Never...

The attraction to someone with a "bad boy" image.

The excitement of going out and having a good time.

The song was inspired by party culture and dancehall music.

Female empowerment and solidarity.

Pursuing someone who's already in a relationship.

Trying to win someone over who's already in a relationship.

NSYNC formed in Orlando, Florida, in 1995 with Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, Joey Fatone and Lance Bass. The American vocal group became widely known during the late-1990s pop boom, placing...

Being honest and direct in a relationship.

Steve Holy developed as a country singer in the Dallas area, performing at the Mesquite Opry and Johnnie High's Country Music Revue. His vocal style drew on earlier rock-and-roll singers including Elvis Presley,...

Moving on from a past relationship.

The difficulty of maintaining a long-distance relationship.

Musiq Soulchild developed in Philadelphia, bringing soul, funk and R&B together with influences from hip-hop and pop. Just Friends introduced his recordings through The Nutty Professor II soundtrack in 2000 before...

A controversial relationship from Morissette's past.

Ashanti's early recording breakthrough joined R&B singing with high-profile rap collaborations. Foolish introduced her self-titled debut album in 2002, following her appearance on Ja Rule's Always on Time. She later...

Standing up for oneself and one's beliefs.

A dance remake of the Bryan Adams classic about perfect love.

The feeling of having an incredibly good time.

The uncertainty and changes in a failing relationship.

The film "Spider-Man" and the concept of everyday heroism.

The desire to be someone's protector and savior

The band's experiences with groupies during tours.

Cam'ron is a New York rapper whose melodic delivery and inventive metaphors became prominent in the early 2000s. Mase helped introduce his music to the Notorious B.I.G., an important connection in securing an early...

The energy and atmosphere of a lively party.

Lead singer Chad Kroeger's tumultuous relationship with his ex-girlfriend.

Toya is the recording name of St. Louis R&B singer LaToya Rodriguez Martin. Her early performing experience included the International Children's Choir and the local singing-and-dancing group Team 11. After attending...

Faith Evans is an R&B singer, songwriter, arranger and producer whose solo catalog began with Faith and continued through Keep the Faith, Faithfully and The First Lady. She later established Prolific Music Group and...

Diddy is the recording name of Sean Combs, also credited as Puff Daddy and P. Diddy. His career connects rap performance with production and record-label work: he began at Uptown Records before establishing Bad Boy...

Ginuwine is the recording name of Washington, D.C., R&B singer Elgin Lumpkin. His work with Timbaland shaped Pony and the 1996 debut album Ginuwine...The Bachelor. The following albums 100% Ginuwine and The Life...

Overcoming hardships and maintaining optimism.

Feelings of loneliness and the desire for connection.

If I Could Go! features Lil' Mo and Sacario alongside Angie Martinez. It belongs to Animal House, Martinez's second album, made while she was also working as a New York hip-hop radio DJ. The recording presents her...

The frustration of putting effort into something that ultimately fails.

Lopez's roots and staying true to oneself despite fame.

A remake of Biz Markie's 1989 hit, exploring unrequited love.

Escaping a toxic relationship.

Cover of Fleetwood Mac's song about life changes and growing older.

Criticism of celebrity culture and privilege.

Mr. Cheeks is a New York rapper who first became known as a member of the Lost Boyz. His solo debut John P. Kelly appeared in 2001 and included Lights, Camera, Action! The album brought together producers including...

The excitement of a new romantic interest.

Celebrating success and the good life

George Strait's recording style draws strongly on the honky-tonk and western-swing traditions of Texas. After performing with the Ace in the Hole band, he reached a national country audience with Unwound and the...

The Chicks developed in Dallas, with sisters Martie Maguire and Emily Strayer bringing instrumental experience rooted in bluegrass. Natalie Maines joined as singer in the mid-1990s, helping shape the group's move...

The struggles and determination portrayed in the film "8 Mile."

The instant connection felt when meeting someone special.

LL Cool J entered recording as a teenage rapper associated with Def Jam, combining assertive battle rhymes with an ability to write intimate rap ballads. Radio introduced songs such as Rock the Bells, and Bigger and...

The pleasures of a satisfying romantic relationship.

The captivating nature of attraction.

Posthumous release about longing for a lost love.

Aaliyah was an American singer and actress born in Brooklyn and raised between Detroit and New York. Her debut, Age Ain't Nothing but a Number, introduced Back & Forth and her version of At Your Best (You Are Love)....

Ludacris is the stage name of Christopher Brian Bridges, a rapper whose career developed in Atlanta. His delivery combines Southern rap with comic exaggeration and punchlines. The independently released Incognegro...

Toby Keith was an Oklahoma singer and songwriter who worked in oil fields and played country-rock in local venues before reaching a wider audience. Should've Been a Cowboy introduced his recording career in 1993. His...

Explicit expression of female sexuality.

Creed's early recording lineup brought together Scott Stapp, Mark Tremonti, Brian Marshall and Scott Phillips. The rock band released My Own Prison in 1997, followed by Human Clay and the song With Arms Wide Open. A...

Mary J. Blige developed her musical career in New York and recorded for Uptown Records. Her 1992 debut, What's the 411?, brought melodic R&B singing together with hip-hop production. My Life followed in 1994, while...

Rejecting societal expectations and finding one's own path.

Celebration of success and wealth.

Confronting a cheating partner.

Cam'ron is a New York rapper whose melodic delivery and inventive metaphors became prominent in the early 2000s. Mase helped introduce his music to the Notorious B.I.G., an important connection in securing an early...

Struggling with depression and finding hope.

Self-love and body positivity.

The beauty found in everyday moments.

The track was inspired by Spears' desire for independence and control over her life.

Busta Rhymes is a New York rapper known for a forceful voice and intricate, fast-moving delivery. His appearance on A Tribe Called Quest's Scenario was an early showcase. Solo albums including The Coming, When...

Ja Rule is a Queens rapper known for a rough vocal tone that carried both direct rap performances and melodic R&B collaborations. After early work with Cash Money Click, he established a solo career with Venni Vetti...

Aaliyah was an American singer and actress born in Brooklyn and raised between Detroit and New York. Her debut, Age Ain't Nothing but a Number, introduced Back & Forth and her version of At Your Best (You Are Love)....

Satirical take on suburban life and rock star attitudes.

Ludacris is the stage name of Christopher Brian Bridges, a rapper whose career developed in Atlanta. His delivery combines Southern rap with comic exaggeration and punchlines. The independently released Incognegro...

The intensity of anger and passion in a relationship.

Flirtatious encounter with a beautiful woman

The aftermath of a bitter breakup.

The repetitive nature of destructive behavior patterns.

A fictional story about missed romantic opportunities.

Finding happiness and positivity in life.

The search for deeper meaning in life and relationships.

Jewel established her recording career with the 1995 album Pieces of You, combining folk-oriented songwriting with an emphasis on storytelling. Her work also extends to poetry, children's books and music for...

The euphoria of dance and music.

Big Tymers joined rapper Baby with producer and rapper Mannie Fresh within New Orleans's Cash Money recording circle. How You Luv That? introduced their album career in 1998, with other Cash Money performers...

The tragic consequences of bullying and violence.

Oasis formed in Manchester and became prominent in the 1990s through a direct, guitar-based rock sound and large, memorable choruses. Liam Gallagher's lead vocals and Noel Gallagher's guitar playing and songwriting...

The vulnerability behind perceived strength.

The bittersweet nature of relationships and growing up.

The ups and downs of romantic relationships.

The importance of family and relationships over material things.

Encouragement to stay true to oneself despite social pressures.

Resilience and hope in the aftermath of 9/11.

OutKast are the Atlanta hip-hop duo of André 3000 and Big Boi. Their recordings bring Southern storytelling together with funk, soul, jazz and rock, often using futuristic imagery and elaborate musical settings....

A metaphorical journey of self-discovery.

Nelly Furtado grew up in Victoria, British Columbia, in a family of Portuguese heritage. Singing in English and Portuguese and learning instruments including guitar, ukulele and trombone preceded her recording...

Usher is an American singer, songwriter and dancer whose childhood moved from Dallas to Chattanooga and then Atlanta. Local singing competitions preceded his self-titled debut album in 1994. My Way brought a wider...

The realization of being deeply in love with someone.

Attraction and flirtation in a club setting.

Looking beyond surface appearances in a relationship.

Shakira's relationship with Antonio de la Rúa.

The frustration of being in a one-sided relationship.

R. Kelly is an American R&B singer, songwriter and producer from Chicago. He sang in church and developed his performance skills at Kenwood Academy before recording with Public Announcement. His solo catalog includes...

Brandy Norwood developed as both a television performer and recording artist while still a teenager. Her 1994 self-titled album joined R&B, pop and hip-hop elements, with I Wanna Be Down among its early songs. Never...

The difference between love and physical attraction.

Shakira's cross-cultural experiences and love for her partner

The uncertainty of life's journey.

Alan Jackson is a singer and songwriter from Newnan, Georgia, whose work emphasizes traditional country sounds and clear storytelling. After moving to Nashville, he worked as a demo singer and developed songs before...

The fear of losing a loved one and the desire to protect them.

The desire to start a relationship.

Eminem's return to the music scene and his impact on popular culture.

Confidence and empowerment in sexuality.