The new girls in pop were starting to take over the mainstream, Latin artists were massively marketed into an international success, and hip-hop showed how the great MCs continued to get better with time. Let's journey back to 1999 and check out the albums celebrating their 25th anniversary in 2004.
For some artists, it was their year for breaking into the business; for other artists, it was closing a chapter and starting anew. So, with that in mind, let's revisit 2004 and check out these albums celebrating their 20th anniversary in 2024.
Destiny's Child released their final album, Gwen Stefani embarked on a solo career, and Kanye West was ready to showcase his talent as more than a producer for other artists. If you're ready to party like it's 2004, check out these songs that are turning 20 in 2024.
Throughout the last 12 months, both veteran MCs and rising stars released projects that kept fans talking all year long and proved that hip-hop continues to be one of the most popular genres in the streaming era. In no particular order, here's a list of the some of best hip-hop albums released in 2023.
Based on the nominees for the 2024 Grammys, the genre is moving back toward a dominant space, as two of the most nominated artists at the ceremony are R&B singers. In no particular order, here is a list of some of the best R&B albums that dropped this year.
All good things must come to an end, including 2023, which was a great year for artists and fans. As the year comes to a close, here's a list of some of the best songs that defined 2023.
Vocals, choreography, charm, style, and good looks—those are just some of the elements that make up the ultimate boy band. Between countless bops and romantic ballads, here is a list of some of the most iconic boy-band songs.
In addition to his solo music, he's established himself as one of the best producers in hip-hop over the last 30 years. Let's look back at Dr. Dre's epic production discography.
It's hard to believe that Queen Bey has been in the music industry for over 25 years because she still dominates it at the highest level and shows no signs of giving up her throne. So, let's all bow down to the queen and look back at some of the most iconic moments that have shaped Beyoncé's career so far.
"Didn't they tell you that I was a savage?" A popular lyric from Rihanna's 2016 track "Needed Me" showcases Rihanna's aura and presence as the ultimate boss. Let's look at some key moments that have defined Rihanna's illustrious career so far.
At times, more established artists believe in paying it forward by giving upcoming artists a chance to shine. Here is a list of artists who got into the music industry with help from other artists.
Throughout music history, countless songs have described the sadness, pain, disappointment, and frustration of relationships that have gone awry. Here is a list of R&B songs that tell stories about a broken heart.
In 2008, NPR started its "Tiny Desk Concert" series, in which artists come to the media organization's headquarters and put on a performance set in between employees' cubicles. Yes, artists are performing at an office desk. From Usher to Coldplay, here's a list of some of the most memorable "Tiny Desk" performances.
While the programming concept of MTV has drastically changed over the years, the network's core concept was rooted in its name's true meaning: music television. Over the past few decades, fans have witnessed some of the most iconic (and sometimes bizarre) moments on the VMA stage.
From a Cadillac to a Mercedes, here is a list of songs referencing different car makes and models.
As if music fans needed more confirmation, like Beyoncé once said, "Who run the world? Girls!" Over the years, women have teamed up to bring fans some of the most epic songs in music history. Let's look at some of the best all-female collaborations of all time.
Whether artists wanted to be like Mike (Michael Jordan) or demonstrate a Mamba Mentality like Kobe Bryant, musicians have often made references to athletes in their songs, typically to show their appreciation and fandom. From Lil Wayne to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, here is a list of songs titled after professional athletes.
Over the years, plenty of rappers have ventured into the world of acting, particularly on TV shows. Let's look back at times when rappers have made guest appearances on the small screen.
Looking at the successes of rising female MCs today, some artists stand out, including Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Tierra Whack, Latto, Rapsody, Doechii, and Little Simz, to name a few. Although these artists have their styles, one thing they have in common is how they stand on the shoulders of women who came before them.
An athlete's role in a music video varies — appearing as themselves, acting, or simply dancing. Whatever the case, athletes have given fans some classic (and sometimes random) music moments. From Michael Jordan to Serena Williams, here is a list of athletes who have made appearances in music videos.
Throughout his career, not only has he taken over the airwaves in hip-hop, but he's also dabbled into the worlds of reggae, pop, and gospel. While his solo discography is massive, Snoop has also shared his talent on some of the best collaborations in music history. Here is a list of some of the best songs in which Snoop is a featured guest.
When people compete at the highest level, they know how much hard work it takes to achieve what they want. And when they get that win, it makes all the time they've put in just a little bit sweeter. Luckily, artists have created music that is the perfect mood booster. Here is a list of songs that can make any listener feel victorious.
Whether he recruits other artists to join him on his songs or gets called to be a featured guest on someone else's track, the Drake effect is real and helps move songs to the top of the charts. In no particular order, here's a list of some of Drake's best collaborations and guest verses so far.
Here is a list of some classic R&B songs for anyone looking to curate the perfect party playlist.
From lyrics about having a crush, to spending forever with a life partner, here is a list of some of the most romantic R&B songs.