It sizzles and swaggers its way back to a retro 80s new wave vibe. Oh what a beat and oh what fun. This double platinum single followed earlier dance-pop radio hit “Million Ways”. We hear relentless keyboards, pounding bass, happy drum slaps, and quite possibly the finest musical bridge ever composed. Grimes, repeats ethereally on "Oblivion," the pulsing electro-pop anthem off her acclaimed third album and 4AD debut, Visions. — JH, 'Closer,' Tegan and Sara (September 2012), In a 2016 interview with Stereogum, Tegan Quin, one-half of Tegan and Sara, reflected on their band's pop breakthrough, Heartthrob: "We've crossed over into a territory.... Not where we're pop stars, not where we're 'superstars,' not where everything is easy…. The song is off Jonathan Li’s second album, Our Stories Matter. For a relatively unknown voice, the Weeknd's bare, shaky falsetto sang of sex and drugs with unbelievable confidence on "High For This," House of Balloons' eerie opening track, laying the groundwork for his signature, boundary-pushing R&B that would remain both brilliant and jolting, even when painted with brighter pop colours in the years to follow. He added that his mother is "seriously political," but he got burnt out on activism in his teens and turned to full-on raving as an escape. “Down On Me” – Jeremih 77. The Seven Best Canadian Artist EPs of 2019, Follow Canadian Music Blog on WordPress.com. It makes you want to pay a visit to the little mermaid in Copenhagen. After revealing our Top 100 Albums of the 2010s, we’re now getting a bit more specific with genre-by-genre breakdowns. For something even better, check out the French version. Power in the Blood finally put Buffy Sainte-Maire front and centre in the 2010s to announce what should have been common knowledge for the last five decades: the Saskatchewan-born Cree songwriter has been speaking truth to power her entire career, pairing her deftly crafted anti-war anthems and love songs alike with musically groundbreaking work. For example, a song which finished ahead of another in an end of year list may appear behind the other in this decade list. “Coming of Age” was the lead single from Foster the People’s second album, Supermodel. 'Call Me Maybe,' Carly Rae Jepsen (September 2011). It's sweet and awkward, like a prom-posal in song form. Most Popular Canadian Songs of the New Millennium, CARAS The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. Her exuberant vocals do justice to one of the few R&B songs out there that has melody, and what a melody! So compelling this driving tune is, possessing every nerve, invading every artery, elevating consciousness to the highest planes of paradise. Well, you have to think about a song … from the same artist. Music and voice contain nuances that make the song highly engaging with detailed piano licks and glorious climaxes. The song bears witness to Kaytranada's penchant for rooting out vintage treasures and assembling them into something timeless. With “Wild West”, a song that should have been a big hit, Lissie pulls off an impressive neo-trad feat, roots music dressed in progressive attire. “Body Work” wrestled its way up to #32 on the Hot 100. Off her debut album of the same name, “Voodoo” begins with a slapping beat and choppy guitars. ... Somalia born Canadian rapper and singer K'Naan gained worldwide acclaim with this anthem. It is vulnerable and glorious and unabashedly here for a good time. While the album version of “Missing You” from EDM singer Mia Martina was savory, the remix, an infectious wall of sound, has your feet racing for the dancefloor. This is the top non-charting single on our list. The song’s message furthered Perry’s commitment to the theme of self-empowerment. The invigorating grooves of “Baby’s Got It” iced the cake on Claudja Barry and got us back on the dance map. Canada turned its back on Katy B; her raved about CD Little Red was not even made available in the Dominion by Sony. In a broad sense, the city's sound is a reflection of the environment its artists live in: frigid winters that force a slowed-down pace, but still burn with emotions. Composed by hitmaker Khalil Fong, an interesting twist is the song has a high-powered electric guitar side-stepping into the chorus. “Beauty and a Beat” featuring the brief but effective segment from US rapper Nicki Minaj found a home at #4 on the charts in December 2012. Very cool stuff. But it is the title-track off Carly Rae Jepsen’s EP (which cast “Call Me Maybe” into public consciousness before the Kiss LP was put together and released) that somehow brewed beneath the overshadowing hype of the “here’s my number” … number. When his scheduled co-writer cancelled a session due to his child’s soccer practice, Shawn was forced to team up with another composer – Grammy Award winner Victoria Horn. Co-written by EDM guru David Guetta, this ace appeared on album Britney Jean. Top 100 Early 2010s Music Hits YouTube Playlist: https://goo.gl/VK3e2a Spotify Playlist: https://goo.gl/TAVZ44 When A Tribe Called Red released its self-titled debut album, the DJ collective had been hosting its monthly Electric Pow Wow parties in Ottawa's Babylon nightclub since 2008. “Aaliyah” works on so many levels. It was longlisted for the Polaris Music Prize, undoubtedly helped by the flowing jingle jangle of this brilliant cut. The CMB is an online magazine that provides information about popular Canadian recording artists and their music. A minor hit in Canada and Australia it failed to chart in the UK and band’s native USA. Top 50 Country Songs from the 2000s - Top Music of the Decade "Somewhere along the way, though, I started to realize that you could do both. Mia Martina knows how to throw a musical party. And few songs embody that more than the 2015 album's title track. It represents song requests from over one hundred thousand events ranging from Weddings to Birthday … Because that song was a collaboration, the American media did not give credit to Carly for the successful followup. “Let Her Go” – Jasmine Thompson 72. Nifty stuff. ("It's a moment," producer Noah "40" Shebib told Vibe about the track.) Upon closer inspection, "Closer" and Heartthrob's influence run deeper than you think, and it sparked an era of pop that was not only exciting for Tegan and Sara but also for many other artists. Her vocals are as seductive as ever, and this is the song to get you moving. Most importantly, the sound lives at night and oftentimes inside pensive car rides as Drake once told CBC: "I make music strictly for the purpose of driving at night time." The funky song is something one would expect playing in some neon-lit sofa-dotted club attended by someone like Olivia Thirlby. With the U.S. as the epicentre of hip hop, Canada struggled to come up with a cohesive, regional sound of its own for years until Drake came along. She took a lion’s share of the genre’s success. Easily the standout track from the British duo’s highly acclaimed I’m All Ears album, this timeless climactic piece of alternative electronica cascades into ecstasy closing out with a nice sax bit. One guitar, one bass, one drum set, three lovely voices, kick-butt riffs, a measured tempo, and presto, we have one of the most exhilarating rock songs of the 2010s. And with it, Carly Rae Jepsen finishes the decade and our list with a one-two punch. "California Gurls" by Katy Perry ( … “Bad Habits” is a standout track from Astronautica’s excellent album Gemini. Below, 10 Canadian songs that have shaped the 2010s. In October 2013, this irresistible power ballad with a choice pairing of Lavigne and Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger scaled up to #12 on the charts. Shawn Hook scored this charting dance-pop number by a stroke of luck. It was included on Britney Spears’ seventh studio album Femme Fatale and was written and produced by Max Martin and Dr. Luke who originally offered it to Katy Perry. The remaining four came out swinging with what turned out to be their last hurrah before the group reformed; the brilliance of “Lighthouse” lit up the whole decade. Lead single off his third LP was “C’est la Vie” which peaked on the Hot 100 in November 2016. The song appeared on Zedd’s 2015 album True Colors [sic] and was co-written with OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder. A year later, she released her own ode to heartbreak, 1989, which was filtered through an '80s pop lens. The song landed a mild placement at #62 on the UK charts and benefits from its quick pacing and speedy, enthusiastic delivery. Thus we have excluded instrumentals in this list. The final take is downright creepy and delicious. When you dig deep, 10 years actually seems like a lifetime ago. It was decided however that the song was more suitable in style for Ms. Spears. The music video is a treat as well. https://www.udiscovermusic.com/stories/the-top-20-canadian-musicians Title-track and final cut off excellent album Scandinavia – arguably the Danish soft rock group’s best – knocks the ball out of the park with an emotionally powerful chorus. Bringing back that marvellous new wave 80s synth rock vibe with a modern spin. Most attempts at remixes through the decade fell short of bettering the originals. “Texas is hot, I can be cold; Grandma cried when I pierced my nose” – a quirky lyric that doesn’t quite rhyme but one that sticks – opens the opening track of Kacey’s award-winning album. Ten years doesn't seem like much, but a decade ago, names like Justin Bieber and Carly Rae Jepsen were just blips in the Canadian music discussion. The song doesn't just stick inside your brain; its buoyant orchestral synth punctuations graft to your soul as Jepsen's cake-pop vocals dance you through the sing-along chorus: "Hey! Keep reading for the 100 best Canadian songs this year had to offer — the songs that CBC Music producers and hosts feel have soundtracked 2020. “Drove Me Wild” offers a cool ride through new wave avenues. Calling out the horrifying nonchalance of Hollywood drug culture, the song whirrs with synths, jabbing guitars, and of course a tap-along beat. But while these songs have since been solidified as anthems for protest, archetypes for future global pop hits and springboards for the new wave of R&B, choosing was never about favourites. While radio support faltered in other gold and platinum certified tracks from Avril’s eponymous album, once Chad was in the mix, they were onboard. A surprise CHR hit for the synthrock band, Metric’s “Breathing Underwater” reached #22 on the Hot 100 in October 2013. “Loudspeaker”, off debut album About U, packs a nice punch with some interesting vocal hooks. Off debut album Shut Up and Dance, Canada’s answer to Britney Spears, Victoria Duffield, just 17 at the time, teamed up with the godfather of Canadian dance pop, Ryan Stewart, to pen this winner. The adorable French teen machine cranked out this knee slapping thrill in 2014, her first to break into the land of Eiffel’s Top 10. It became the most downloaded song of the year around the planet at iTunes, and Billboard named it as having the best chorus of the 21st century. Don’t miss out on this one! We like the French version even better. The British songstress’ biggest hit to date, “Wings”, co-penned by OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder, peaked at #8 on the UK charts in September 2013. By Katie Colley. Composed entirely by Lights herself, “Cactus in the Valley”, off the Canadian recording artist’s second studio album Siberia, is hauntingly beautiful with an effective combination of eerie music and warm vocals. As a result, its becoming merely a Top 20 hit, as the charts were determined mostly by airplay in those days, was misinterpreted as a song that could be better. An overlooked track from the synth-rock group’s award winning album Synthetica, Metric’s cute ditty “Clone” builds nicely, gliding along at a measured pace with synth ripples and savory hooks. “Cover Me” makes the heart feel as if it is soaring through dense material, backed with invigorating power and restorative juices, a feel-good anthem with a wall of sound that is rich, intricate, and plentiful. Drake is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, & record producer. There's something wonderfully evocative about the feeling of constant motion and trajectory in "Call Me Maybe." In other words: powwow-step. Rewritten from the 2002 Alabama 3 classic of the same name, Sainte-Marie samples the EDM original and combines elements of powwow, rock, industrial and spoken word for a balance that calls on Sainte-Marie's experimental side while continuing the conversation of decolonization and environmental protection. The list on this page is for all #1 hit Rock & Roll singles for 2010 using proprietary methods. Off her Emotion Side B, a disc of bonus tracks from the Emotion recording sessions, this was definitely a standout track. This is one of those songs that grabs you lyrically first and then the great music begins to take hold. Name a country song you can dance to. It was later included on her debut album Tell the World. "I've been a fan since day one," she noted. When Carly Rae Jepsen has her game on, she delivers some of the catchiest pop songs on the planet. ♦ This Is What It Feels Like ♦ Trevor Guthrie with his Brad Pitt … Opening track from synth-tickler Lights’ sophomore record Siberia should grab you immediately, hitting you with a great wall of ethereal sound and sounding a little sad. It features the gorgeous vocals of Marissa Dattoli, lead singer of band Crystalyne. The whistling conclusion is a smart touch too. It is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. — ML, 'Electric Pow Wow Drum,' A Tribe Called Red (March 2012). In 2007 he released his debut mixtape, Room for Improvement.He released two further independent projects, Comeback Season and So Far Gone, before signing to Lil Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment in June 2009. The group struck quadruple platinum in Australia thanks to “Ugly Heart” and platinum in Canada thanks to a feature in Pitbull’s “Wild Wild Love”. It is certainly evident in her song “Anchor” which rolls along so smoothly and yet with so much horsepower, you’ll have this thing on repeat for an hour, like we did. It’s one of those party pop anthems that makes you glue down that repeat button. (Caesar got a notable bump from hosts and execs at Apple Music, who championed his music.) The style of the mid-tempo song in many ways nudged the Mandopop superstar in a new direction which shaped much of her 2010s’ music. Much of the same regional bias followed with her post-Fever releases. It begins with a drum beat and synth pulse, adds electronic textures, and Andrea Lo’s angelic voice surges above. The songs listed are the country’s music’s most memorable. The song is enjoyed best with its suburban neighbourhood dance invasion music video. Our staff list of the 100 most important songs of the decade, from "Baby" to "Old Town Road." But years of being blacklisted by U.S. presidents Richard Nixon and Lyndon B. Johnson pushed Sainte-Marie even further into the margins of an industry that already marginalizes people of colour — and an industry that would not recognize the name Buffy Sainte-Marie alongside contemporaries like Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan. The list came down to songs that represented something more — changing the game for artists, and songs, to come. The top 100 Canadian songs now spills over to a top 500 that includes any and all songs which might fall under "essential Canadian Music." So irresistible, dance-pop track “Let’s Play” reached #19 on the Hot 100 in June 2011, one of the Canadian singer’s three gold-certified singles. Feel yourself strike the sky with towering elation. We prefer songs with good, pleasant vocals and that have melody. This is a jewel of songwriting and expert production, an intelligent dance track filled with complex percussion, bright keyboards, and a galvanizing chorus. “Spirit” by Vancouver’s The Belle Game was a highlight for 2017. Keyboards kick in and we’re off the races. The fact that a prepubescent boy with a mop of brushed-forward hair could get a rap verse from Ludacris, then one of hip hop's biggest names, underlines the juggernaut of Bieber's ascent. Maylee Todd is a marvel. Following up two Top 40 hits and gold certified singles, Carly Rae Jepsen, released this new song in 2011 not knowing what would happen. You were more likely to hear it on television than the radio, as it was used to promote some TV series. Of all places in the world, this pounder hit #2 on the Russian charts. Jepsen's vocals ascending in perfect step with the synths, the staccato bounce back down like a kid gleefully rolling to the bottom of a hill; this ceaseless movement perfectly captures the jubilant, impulsive, all-consuming nature of crush-lust. The other power is the power in our brains to survive and evolve beyond this. The German duo went all … out on its eponymous debut record. “Crying for No Reason” was the most successful single from Little Red in her native UK reaching #5 on the British charts with her rich R&B vocals soaring over the balladry of house electronica. Top 100 Best Pop Songs Of 2011. 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