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Dance music from Western artists that was a hit in the 2000s. World-famous classics and popular songs.

The 2000s were the heyday of R&B.Back then, it was common for digital and analog sounds to coexist within a single track, and even today, songs from the 2000s are still popular.This time, we’ve picked out dance music from that era.From R&B to hip-hop, we’ve gathered stylish tracks that offer a distinctly different flavor from today’s all-electronic music.If you love Black music, you’ll find plenty of nostalgic songs here—be sure to check them out.

Dance music of Western songs that hit in the 2000s. World-famous and popular songs (41–50)

Take You DownChris Brown

Chris Brown – Take You Down (Official HD Video)
Take You DownChris Brown

Chris Brown is an artist who has gained worldwide popularity as an R&B singer who can both sing and dance.

From a young age, he was exposed to the music of Sam Cooke and Michael Jackson, and it’s said that by the time he was 13, he aspired to be a rapper.

However, because he had talent for both dance and singing, he debuted as an R&B singer at 16.

Since then, he has leveraged his natural dance technique and vocals to achieve global success.

“Take You Down” is known as one of his signature songs—a dance-R&B track notable for its sensual choreography and vocals.

So SickNe-Yo

Ne-Yo – So Sick (Official Music Video)
So SickNe-Yo

Ne-Yo is an American R&B singer-songwriter and music producer.

His 2006 debut album, In My Own Words, which includes the song ‘So Sick,’ reached No.

1 on the U.S.

charts.

This Is ItMichael Jackson

Michael Jackson – This Is It (Official Video)
This Is ItMichael Jackson

This Is It is a song by Michael Jackson, the “King of Pop” who sadly passed away in 2009, and Paul Anka.

The track was released after his death that same year and was distributed on his official website.

Watcha SayJason Derulo

Jason Derulo – ‘Watcha Say’ (Live At The Jingle Bell Ball 2015)
Watcha SayJason Derulo

In addition to his work as a singer-songwriter, Jason Derulo is also active as an actor and dancer.

He releases dance music rooted in R&B and has scored multiple global hits.

His debut single, “Whatcha Say,” released in May 2009, is a dance track that compellingly incorporates the electro sound that became popular in the 2010s.

MilkshakeKelis

Kelis – Milkshake (Official Music Video)
MilkshakeKelis

A song released as a single in 2003 by Kelis, who was 24 at the time.

It depicts the sensual energy of a woman drawing men’s attention at a nightclub and was inspired by Brazilian women.

It has been used in TV shows such as The Simpsons and Ugly Betty.

He Wasn’t Man EnoughToni Braxton

Toni Braxton – He Wasn’t Man Enough (Official Video)
He Wasn't Man EnoughToni Braxton

Toni Braxton is an American R&B singer and actress.

The single she released in 2000, “He Wasn’t Man Enough,” was one of the most popular dance tracks of the time.

The music video features distinctive choreography.

Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – Party In The U.S.A. (Official Video)
Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus, who rose to worldwide fame with the drama series Hannah Montana, now delivers performances that are far more sexy and provocative than during the show.

Back in the 2000s, when she released Party In The U.S.A., her style still retained a touch of youthful innocence.

That said, her trademark husky voice was already striking even then, adding just the right accent to the song.

It might be interesting to compare her music from that time with her current work.