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Madonna featuring Justin Timberlake and TimbalandRelease: 2008Source checked
Source year-end #23The song was inspired by the urgency of addressing global issues.
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Release: 2008Source checked
Source year-end #23The song was inspired by the urgency of addressing global issues.
View background statusMiley Cyrus developed a solo recording catalog alongside her Hannah Montana television work, moving from the bright hooks of Meet Miley Cyrus into larger ballads and electronic pop. Bangerz brought a stronger hip-hop...
View background statusLil Wayne established his solo album career with Tha Block Is Hot in 1999. Tha Carter III later included Lollipop with Static Major, while his work also ranged across guest recordings and collaborative performances....
View background statusSaving Abel formed in Corinth, Mississippi, in 2004 around vocalist Jared Weeks and guitarist Jason Null. The band developed a guitar-led sound drawing on hard rock, post-grunge and Southern rock. Producer Skidd...
View background statusThe constant struggle and hustle in life
View background statusBasshunter is a Swedish singer, DJ and electronic producer whose early music reached listeners online. Choir singing formed part of his background before tracks such as Boten Anna gained a wider European audience....
View background statusThe song was inspired by nostalgic memories of summer romance.
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Source year-end #39The song was inspired by Estelle's experiences in America and her fascination with American culture.
View background statusRyan Tedder wrote the song about a failing relationship and the difficulty of forgiveness.
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Ryan Tedder wrote the song about a failing relationship and the difficulty of forgiveness.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the atmosphere of nightclubs and bars.
View background statusThe song was inspired by Kingston's experiences with unrequited love.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the healing process after a breakup.
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Source year-end #78Fergie wrote the song about moving on from a past relationship.
View background statusSam Sparro is an Australian-born singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist who reached a wider audience with Black and Gold. His publisher describes a style combining gospel-trained vocals and contemporary R&B with...
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Source year-end #2Written by Ryan Tedder and Jesse McCartney, the song was inspired by McCartney's long-distance relationship.
View background statusThe song is about the uneven emotional toll of a breakup.
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Source year-end #21Caillat wrote the song about the butterflies felt in a new relationship.
View background statusThe Jonas Brothers are the musical trio of Kevin, Joe and Nick Jonas. Their early musical life in New Jersey included church performance, and they developed as songwriters and multi-instrumentalists. It's About Time...
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Source year-end #38The song was inspired by attraction and desire in a relationship.
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Source year-end #46Lil Wayne established his solo album career with Tha Block Is Hot in 1999. Tha Carter III later included Lollipop with Static Major, while his work also ranged across guest recordings and collaborative performances....
View background statusTrey Songz developed his R&B recording career with producer Troy Taylor and Atlantic Records. I Gotta Make It was followed by Trey Day, whose Can't Help but Wait became an important breakthrough. Ready expanded his...
View background statusAdele is a London-born British singer-songwriter whose debut album, 19, appeared in 2008. Chasing Pavements was part of her early breakthrough, and she received the Recording Academy's Best New Artist award in 2009....
View background statusNe-Yo wrote the song about the intense attraction between two people.
View background statusFergie wrote the song about feeling awkward and clumsy around someone you're attracted to.
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Source year-end #54Soulja Boy Tell 'Em is rapper and producer DeAndre Way, born in Chicago and raised partly in Atlanta. Computer-based recording and online promotion became central to his early work after a move to Mississippi. Crank...
View background statusDavid Archuleta gained a broad audience through American Idol in 2008 after earlier experience in singing competitions. His musical upbringing included a mother who sang salsa and a father who played jazz. A...
View background statusSeptember is the dance-pop recording name of Swedish singer Petra Marklund. She began releasing records in the early 2000s and became internationally known for songs including Satellites and Cry for You. Her...
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Source year-end #71The song was inspired by the energy and movement of dancers in clubs.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the emotional baggage carried from past relationships.
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Source year-end #29The song was inspired by the thrill of pursuing a romantic interest.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the darker side of love and relationships.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the energy of dance clubs and incorporates a sample from Michael Jackson's "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'."
View background statusThe song was inspired by the idea of pretending to be someone you're not.
View background statusJohn Vesely wrote the song about the ups and downs of his marriage.
View background statusThe exciting, all-consuming nature of a new crush.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the anticipation and excitement of a special moment.
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Source year-end #90The song was inspired by the glamour and excitement of fame.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the energy of dance music and Brown's desire to create a club hit.
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Source year-end #66The song was inspired by confidence and self-assurance.
View background statusThe song was inspired by Spears' desire to make a comeback in the music industry.
View background statusThe song is about wishing ill on an ex-partner who has moved on.
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The song was inspired by the energy and appeal of confident women.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the story of a rebellious preacher's daughter.
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Source year-end #79The song was inspired by West's success and luxurious lifestyle.
View background statusLil Wayne established his solo album career with Tha Block Is Hot in 1999. Tha Carter III later included Lollipop with Static Major, while his work also ranged across guest recordings and collaborative performances....
View background statusTake That developed as a British male vocal group after Manchester auditions brought singers and dancers together around Gary Barlow. Its early identity joined recorded pop with coordinated stage performance. After...
View background statusAlexandra Burke is a London singer whose 2008 appearance on The X Factor led to a recording career. Her version of Hallelujah preceded the debut album Overcome, which included guests Pitbull and Ne-Yo. Heartbreak on...
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Source year-end #62The song was inspired by the conflicting emotions in a complicated relationship.
View background statusThe Cheryl Cole collaboration belongs to Heartbreaker's 2008 remix release family. Universal's credits name will.i.am as producer and pianist, Josh Lopez as guitarist and Tony Maserati as mixer. Cole is explicitly...
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