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Rap music started gaining popularity in the 90s, although it bloomed in the 2000s. In this decade, we have very influential rappers with very successful songs and iconic performances. But who was the best? In the following list, you can the top 10 rap videos of the 2000 decade.
- “Lose Yourself,” by Eminem.
You likely are familiar with this song. It is extremely popular, and it has been considered one of the most characteristic songs of this decade.
The song won the Grammy Award for the Best Rap Song, and Eminem won the Grammy Award for the Best Rap Solo Performance. The song also played in the 2002 film “8-mile”, which we can see in the video.
- “99 problems”, Jay Z. (2004)
The song’s video is black, as it depicts the street life problems where jay Z was raised. It is a very political video with a very catchy song popular with rap music fans.
- “In Da Club,” 50 Cent (2003)
A song that you’re going to singing and dancing to all day long! This is 50 Cent’s first song and a major success! The video enhances the “character” of the song, which is a form of celebration happening in the club. One of the most-watched rap videos of all time!
- “Ms. Jackson,” OutKast (2000)
A unique video and song by OutKast. The video depicts a young Black man living with his cat, dog, and owl that nod along with the music. It is a very characteristic song of OutKast, as he won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
- “Gold Digger”, Kanye West ; Jamie Foxx (2009)
As you can understand by the title, we see a lot of women in the video. The playfulness of the song is very much depicted in the video. The song sold more than 3 million copies and the video has more than 200 million views on Youtube.
- “Southern Hospitality”, Ludacris (2000)
In this video, we can see Ludacris doing his signature dance moves. It is one of the most successful songs of Ludacris. In the video, he makes sure to show how proud he feels about his Southern origins. We also see the competition between the West and the East. It is a perfect video clip!
- “The Light”, Common (2000)
One of the best Rap and Love songs of the time. In the video and the song, Common displays his love for his girlfriend ( of that time). A feel-good video clip! The song managed to be nominated for a Grammy Award!
- ” A Milli”, Lil Wayne (2008)
This song and video describe Lil Wayne like no other song of his. In the video, we see his life, attitude, and appearance as a Rap performer. A very characteristic video clip that enabled Lil Wayne to enter the Rap stage with confidence.
- “What You Know”, T.I. (2008)
Even though the song appeared in the movie ATL, the video clip of the song gained much more popularity. In the video, we simply see T.I. perform with his audience and we understand his style.
- “Get Ur Freak On”, Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott (2001)
Last but definitely not least, this is a unique song and an even more unique video clip. Combining the rap element, a very good beat and some foreign sounds gained international popularity. One of the most alternative rap songs and videos ever!
On an Ending Note
Now that we have completed the list make sure to listen to all the songs and watch the videos (if you haven’t already). You really can feel the 2000’s Rap vibe through them!
