Top Hip Hop Songs of 2010
This is a list of the top hip hop songs of 2010, as determined by the votes of our users.
2010 Hip Hop Hits
It’s hard to believe that 2010 is already coming to a close. This year has flown by and it has been a great year for music. Hip hop has seen a resurgence in popularity and there have been some great songs released this year. Here are some of the top hip hop songs of 2010.
“All I Do Is Win” – DJ Khaled
All I Do Is Win is a hip hop song from American artist DJ Khaled’s fourth studio album Victory (2010). The song features American rappers T-Pain, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg and Rick Ross. Producer K.E. on the Track relies on horn stabs similar to that of DJ Khaled’s previous hits “We Takin’ Over” and “I’m So Hood”, as well as sampling Carol Douglas’ disco hit “Doctor’s Orders (1978). In the chorus, T-Pain sings using his famous Auto-Tune pitch correction effect.
The song was released as the third single from the album on February 8, 2010. It peaked at number 24 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 20 on the Rap Songs chart. The song also peaked at number 89 in Canada and number 69 in the United Kingdom. The official remix features vocals from new artists including Busta Rhymes, Diddy, Nicki Minaj, Fabolous, Jadakiss, Fat Joe and Swizz Beatz.
“Hard in da Paint” – Waka Flocka Flame
“Hard in da Paint” is a song by American rapper Waka Flocka Flame. The song was released as the lead single from his debut album, Flockaveli (2010). It peaked at number 35 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song was produced by frequent collaborator Lex Luger.
The song features a prominent trap beat and is one of Waka Flocka Flame’s signature songs. The song’s title is a reference to Waka Flocka Flame’s hometown of Atlanta, Georgia, which is known for its “trap” music.
In an interview with XXL, Waka Flocka Flame said that the song is about “flossing and being able to ball out.” He also said that the song is one of his favorites on the album.
“Love the Way You Lie” – Eminem ft. Rihanna
Released in August 2010, “Love the Way You Lie” was the lead single off of Eminem’s seventh studio album, Recovery. The song, which features vocals from Rihanna, tells the story of a toxic relationship between two lovers. The song was a commercial success, reaching the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming Eminem’s fifth number-one single in the United States.
2010 Hip Hop Controversies
2010 was a big year for hip hop. There were a lot of controversy and new songs that came out. Some people loved the new songs and some people hated them. In this article, we will be discussing the top hip hop songs of 2010 and the controversies that came with them.
“Control” – Big Sean
In 2013, Big Sean caused a stir when he included the lines “I don’t f- with you / I got a million-dollar operatin’ budget / I can get you hit for mentionin’ my name on your song” in his guest verse on Kendrick Lamar’s “Control.” The lines were interpreted as a diss towards Lamar’s fellow Black Hippy cohort, Schoolboy Q, which led to some back-and-forth Twitter shots between the two MCs. Sean later clarified that the lines were meant to be taken as a “compliment,” but the damage was done and the controversy lived on.
“All Gold Everything” – Trinidad James
In December 2012, Trinidad James released “All Gold Everything,” the breakout single from his debut mixtape 10 PC Mild. On the track, James raps about gold teeth, grills, chains and watches over a soaring, triumphant sample of Southern rap classic “Get Yo Mind Right” by Memphis groupproject pat.
The song was an immediate success, reaching #34 on the Billboard Hot 100 and helping to propel 10 PC Mild to critical acclaim. However, some listeners took issue with James’ representations of wealth and luxury, accusing him of glorifying materialism.
“I’m Different” – 2 Chainz
2 Chainz’s “I’m Different” was one of the most popular songs of 2010, but it was also one of the most controversial. The song drew criticism for its celebrates of drug use, materialism, and promiscuity. Some argue that the song is simply a reflection of the rapper’s lifestyle, while others argue that it promotes negative stereotypes about hip hop culture.
2010 Hip Hop Newcomers
In 2010, a number of new hip hop artists emerged and released debut albums that would go on to be commercially and critically successful. In this article, we will be taking a look at some of the best hip hop songs of 2010 from these newcomers.
“6 Foot 7 Foot” – Lil Wayne ft. Cory Gunz
“6 Foot 7 Foot” is a song by American rapper Lil Wayne, released as the lead single from his ninth studio album, Tha Carter IV. The song features fellow Young Money artist Cory Gunz and is produced by Bangladesh. It was released on iTunes on December 16, 2010, and was officially sent to radio stations on December 28, 2010. The single peaked at number 4 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
“Roll Up” – Wiz Khalifa
“Roll Up” is a song by American rapper Wiz Khalifa from his second studio album, Rolling Papers. The song was produced by E. Dan and released as the third single from the album on March 29, 2011. It peaked at number 28 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number two on the US Rap Songs chart. The song was certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
“Black and Yellow” – Wiz Khalifa
“Black and Yellow” is a song by American rapper Wiz Khalifa from his third studio album, Rolling Papers. The song was produced by Nic Nac and released as the lead single from the album on September 14, 2010. It peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Wiz Khalifa’s first single to top the chart. The song was nominated for two Grammy Awards at the 54th Grammy Awards, Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
