[20s] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation]

The FoxYlvis71rank/position

Ylvis – The Fox (What Does The Fox Say?) [Official music video HD]

This is a song I really want you to watch with the music video! It really pumps you up and is so fun that listening to it when you’re feeling down will instantly lift your spirits.

The lyrics feature lots of different animals, so it’s a great song for learning animal names.

You can learn them in a fun way.

We Found Love (ft. Calvin Harris)Rihanna72rank/position

Rihanna – We Found Love ft. Calvin Harris

The moment the electronic beat kicks in, my heart races.

Rihanna’s powerful vocals blend perfectly with Calvin Harris’s sophisticated sound.

Released in 2011, this track became a massive hit as the lead single from the album Talk That Talk.

The theme of “finding love in a hopeless place” runs throughout the song.

The lyrics capture both the joy and the danger of love, leaving a deep impression on listeners.

It’s guaranteed to hype up a party or a get-together with friends! But it’s also great to listen to alone—you’re sure to discover something new.

Can’t Hold Us (feat. Ray Dalton)Macklemore & Ryan Lewis73rank/position

MACKLEMORE & RYAN LEWIS – CAN’T HOLD US FEAT. RAY DALTON (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

The hip-hop duo Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, whose songs from an album released on their independent label became massive hits across the board and earned the No.

1 spot on the U.

S.

year-end singles chart.

Their unique brand of hip-hop is expected to break new ground in the hip-hop scene going forward.

Yeah!Usher74rank/position

Usher – Yeah! (Official Video) ft. Lil Jon, Ludacris

This is a summer classic by Usher that sparked a boom, known for its catchy synth sounds and soaring, ear-catching vocal phrases.

The high-energy sound leaves a strong impression and makes it a track you’ll want to listen to, especially relatable for men in their twenties.

Sexy And I Know ItLMFAO75rank/position

LMFAO – Sexy and I Know It

This is a summer classic by LMFAO, featuring distinctive lo-fi vocals that strip away complexity with a party-like sound and catchy themes.

The danceable track is approachable for men in their twenties and, as a high-energy anthem, delivers the freshness of summer with a passionate touch.

FlowersMiley Cyrus76rank/position

Miley Cyrus – Flowers (Official Video)

This song portrays a journey of self-discovery that begins at the end of a romance.

Miley Cyrus’s clear, luminous vocals gently embrace the process of moving on after heartbreak.

Released in January 2023 by the American artist, the track became a massive hit, reaching number one in 38 countries.

Its message about the importance of self-love is sure to resonate with women in their 20s who are struggling with love.

Listen to it at a girls’ night with friends, and it might become a moment to encourage one another.

It’s also popular at music festivals and clubs, so be sure to add it to your playlist.

…Baby One More TimeBritney Spears77rank/position

Britney Spears – …Baby One More Time (Official Video)

Britney Spears’s hit song “…Baby One More Time.” Compared to the other songs introduced here, this one is a bit more difficult, but if you’re confident in your lower range, you should be able to sing it with ease.

Genre-wise, it probably leans closest to R&B… Wait, isn’t R&B hard? If that’s what you’re thinking—don’t worry.

While this song features many R&B-style phrases, it doesn’t include any of the “runs” (vocal embellishments) commonly used in R&B! So it’s actually fairly easy to sing.

That said, the lyrics are sparse, which makes it harder to cover up mistakes.

If you still want a way to fudge it a bit, try incorporating edge voice—a technique where you slightly constrict your throat while singing.