Hit Western songs from the 2010s. Recommended classics.
When you look back on the Western music scene of the 2010s, which hit songs come to mind?
It was an era when overwhelmingly popular pop stars rose to prominence—led by Lady Gaga—and while many timeless tracks by solo artists like Ed Sheeran and Adele, who conquered the world from the UK, were born, the 2010s also marked the time when hip-hop surpassed rock in sales.
With the advent of streaming, the way we access music changed dramatically, and genres diversified.
Let’s revisit the hit songs of the 2010s in this article!
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I Like ItCardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin
One collaboration that many people would consider a defining hit of the 2010s is the track by Cardi B, Bad Bunny, and J Balvin.
Set to a sound that fuses Latin trap and hip-hop, the three artists proudly sing about their cultural roots.
Released in April 2018, it reached No.
1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, marking Cardi B’s second No.
1 and making her the first female rapper in history to achieve this milestone.
The lyrics, celebrating a lavish lifestyle and pride in success, are likely to resonate with a confident younger generation.
Blank SpaceTaylor Swift
Even now, in the 2020s, Taylor Swift continues to lead the music scene, and the 2010s were a pivotal period when she transformed from a country star into a pop icon.
Released in November 2014 and included on the album 1989, this track is one of her signature songs.
Its lyrics, which satirically address the media’s obsession with her romantic relationships, are striking, and combined with its electropop sound, the song captivates listeners.
By turning her public image on its head, the lyrics showcase Taylor’s talents to the fullest.
The song reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and garnered widespread acclaim, including winning Best Lyrics at the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
It’s a highly recommended track for those who relate to the complexities of love and the pressure of public scrutiny.
Born This WayLady Gaga
Released in February 2011 by one of the greatest contemporary pop stars, Lady Gaga, this song has etched itself into hearts around the world as an iconic track of the 2010s.
Blending electropop and dance-pop into a distinctive sound, it captivated countless listeners.
With lyrics delivering a powerful message of self-acceptance, it resonated deeply with the LGBTQ+ community and with people who value diversity.
The song sold over 8 million copies worldwide and reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
It truly stands as a defining anthem of the 2010s.
Let it goIdina Menzel
It’s the theme song from Disney’s film Frozen.
Alongside the movie, it became a massive hit.
Its grand melody and positive, powerful lyrics move me every time I listen.
At this point, shouldn’t it be counted among the world’s great masterpieces? I highly recommend it.
Thinkin Bout YouFrank Ocean
Frank Ocean burst onto the Western music scene in the 2010s like a comet.
The American artist released a song in July 2012 that poignantly sings of lost love—a masterpiece marked by its soulful melody and distinctive falsetto, with a universal appeal that transcends R&B.
As the lead single from his debut album Channel Orange, it received high praise from music critics.
Reflecting on past relationships and exploring how they shape his present emotions, the lyrics resonate deeply with anyone carrying the pain of heartbreak.