The Best Hip Hop Songs of the 2000s

A look at the best hip hop songs of the 2000s. This was a great decade for hip hop, with many new artists and styles emerging.

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to Billboard

The 2000s were a transformative decade for hip hop. The genre diversified and became more mainstream, while still maintaining its roots in African American culture. At the same time, the industry struggled with issues of race, violence, and drug use.

Despite all of these challenges, the 2000s was a decade that produced some of the best hip hop songs of all time. Here are Billboard’s picks for the top 10 hip hop songs of the 2000s.

1) “Lose Yourself” by Eminem
2) “Crazy in Love” by Beyonce feat. Jay-Z
3) “Lean Back” by Terror Squad
4) “In Da Club” by 50 Cent
5) “Hot in Herre” by Nelly
6) “Get Ur Freak On” by Missy Elliott
7) “Ignition (Remix)” by R. Kelly
8) “Where Is the Love?” by Black Eyed Peas
9) “Yeah!” by Usher feat. Lil Jon & Ludacris
10) “I’m Real” by Jennifer Lopez feat. Ja Rule

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to Pitchfork

In the 2000s, hip hop went from being underground to dominating the airwaves. Here are the 20 best hip hop songs of the 2000s, according to Pitchfork.

1. “Stan” by Eminem
2. “Runaways” by Kanye West
3. “Lose Yourself” by Eminem
4. “Get Rich or Die Tryin'” by 50 Cent
5. “In Da Club” by 50 Cent
6. “Crazy in Love” by Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z
7. “Hotel California” by The Game featuring 50 Cent
8. “Ignorant Shit” by Busta Rhymes featuring Lil Wayne
9. “Oh My God” by A Tribe Called Quest
10. “99 Problems” by Jay-Z

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to XXL

In 2009,XXL released their list of the best hip hop songs of the 2000s. The list was compiled by a panel of music writers and critics and included songs from all sub-genres of hip hop including conscious hip hop, trap, crunk, alternative hip hop, and more.

The top song on the list was Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind” featuring Alicia Keys. The song was released in 2009 but hit its peak in 2010 when it reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It remains one of Jay-Z’s most iconic songs and is often considered one of the best hip hop songs of all time.

Other songs on the list include Eminem’s “Lose Yourself,” Kanye West’s “Through the Wire,” 50 Cent’s “In da Club,” Outkast’s “Ms. Jackson,” and more.

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to Complex

In 2010, Complex put together a list of the 100 best hip-hop songs of the 2000s. They based their rankings on a combination of critical acclaim and mainstream appeal. Here are their top 10 picks:

1. “Niggas in Paris” by Jay-Z and Kanye West
2. “Move That Dope” by Future featuring Pharrell, Pusha T, and Casino
3. “Hotline Bling” by Drake
4. “All Me” by Drake featuring 2 Chainz and Big Sean
5. “I Don’t Like” by Chief Keef featuring Lil Reese
6. “No Lie” by 2 Chainz featuring Drake
7. “Started from the Bottom” by Drake
8. “Bitch Don’t Kill My Vibe” by Kendrick Lamar
9. “Lose Yourself” by Eminem
10. “Coco” by O.T. Genasis

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to The Source

In the 2000s, hip hop continued to be a major force in popular music. According to The Source, these are the best hip hop songs of the decade.

-“In Da Club” by 50 Cent
-“Crazy in Love” by Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z
-“Hotel Motel” by Clipse
-“Lose Yourself” by Eminem
-“Get Ur Freak On” by Missy Elliott
-“Izzo (H.O.V.A.)” by Jay-Z
-“Stand Up” by Ludacris
– “99 Problems” by Jay-Z

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to HipHopDX

Every year, HipHopDX asks its automatically selected panel of over 300 experts, including journalists, producers, rappers, and disc jockeys, to rate the best hip hop songs of the year. This is what they came up with for the 2000s.

1. “N.Y. State of Mind” – Nas
2. “Get Ur Freak On” – Missy Elliott
3. “In Da Club” – 50 Cent
4. “Lose Yourself” – Eminem
5. “Crazy in Love” – Beyonce feat. Jay-Z
6. “The Light” – Common
7. “Hot in Herre” – Nelly
8. “Through the Wire” – Kanye West
9. “Run This Town” – Jay-Z feat. Rihanna & Kanye West
10. “Dirt Off Your Shoulder” – Jay-Z

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to AllMusic

AllMusic is a destination for music fans of all genres to discover new artists, revisit old favorites, and learn more about the history and influence of the greatest music ever made. They have recently published a list of what they believe to be the best hip hop songs of the 2000s.

Topping their list is “In da Club” by 50 Cent, followed by Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind” featuring Alicia Keys. Rounding out the top five are Eminem’s “Lose Yourself,” Outkast’s “Hey Ya!,” and Kanye West’s “Stronger.”

Other notable songs on the list include 50 Cent’s “Candy Shop,” Kendrick Lamar’s “Alright,” Missy Elliott’s “Get Ur Freak On,” Drake’s “Started from the Bottom,” and Lil Wayne’s “A Milli.”

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to Rolling Stone

In 2010, Rolling Stone magazine compiled a list of the fifty best hip hop songs of the 2000s. The list was based on votes from music critics and experts. Some of the songs on the list include “Crazy in Love” by Beyoncé, “In da Club” by 50 Cent, and “Lose Yourself” by Eminem.

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to Vibe

In 2009, Vibe magazine compiled a list of the best hip hop songs of the 2000s. The list was voted on by a panel of music industry experts, and featured songs by some of the biggest names in hip hop.

The top song on the list was “In Da Club” by 50 Cent, followed by Jay-Z’s “99 Problems” and Outkast’s “Hey Ya!”

Other songs that made the top 10 include Eminem’s “Lose Yourself,” Kanye West’s “Graduation Day,” and 50 Cent’s “21 Questions.”

The best hip hop songs of the 2000s according to Spin

Spin magazine has compiled a list of what they believe to be the 100 best hip hop songs of the 2000s. The list includes a wide range of songs, from Missy Elliott’s “Get Ur Freak On” to Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind.” There is something for everyone on this list, so if you’re looking for some good hip hop to listen to from the 2000s, look no further!