50. "Uprising" - Muse
49. "Wheels" - Foo Fighters
48. "I Just Wanna Run" - The Downtown Fiction
47. "Let's Get Outta Here" - Madina Lake
46. "Ready for the Weekend" - Calvin Harris
45. "The Fear" - Lily Allen
44. "You Found Me" - The Fray
43. "A Whole Lot Better" - Brendan Benson
42. "Wanted" - Jessie James
41. "Spotlight" - MuteMath
40. "Man of the Hour" - Norah Jones
39. "Tell Me I'm a Wreck" - Every Avenue
38. "Always Like This" - Bombay Bicycle Club
37. "Mountain & the Sea" - Ingrid Michaelson
36. "Time for Me" - Holiday Parade
35. "Teenagers" - Hayley Willaims
34. "It's My Time" - Fabolous ft. Jeremih
33. "Outta Here" - Esmée Denters
32. "Just Say Yes" - Snow Patrol
31. "No You Girls" - Franz Ferdinand
30. "Remedy" - Little Boots
29. "Break Your Heart" - Taio Cruz
28. "Fader" - The Temper Trap
27. "I Can Transform Ya" - Chris Brown ft. Lil Wayne and Swizz Beatz
26. "Day N Nite (Crookers Remix)" - KiD CuDi
25. "Chillin'" - Wale ft. Lady Gaga
24. "Crying Lightning" - Arctic Monkeys
23. "Rats" - U.S. Royalty
22. "Bulletproof" - La Roux
21. "Crystalised" - The XX
20. "Deep South" - Cartel
19. "Teach Me How to Jerk" - Audio Push
18. "My Life Would Suck Without You" - Kelly Clarkson
17. "Happy" - Leona Lewis
16. "Weightless" - All Time Low
15. "Boys and Girls" - Pixie Lott
14. "Two Left Feet" - Anya Marina
13. "Marchin On" - OneRepublic
12. "Pull My Heart Away" - Jack Peñate
11. "Shark in the Water" - V.V. Brown
And now, finally:
10. "Empire State of Mind" - Jay Z ft. Alicia Keys
Alicia Keys' soaring chorus is the perfect counter to Jay-Z's intense flow. It's one of those collaborations you would never have thought of before it happens, but when it does you think, "Well, duh!" It's a great song to begin with, but it helps that both Jay and Alicia are at the top of their game.
from The Blueprint 3
"Empire State of Mind"
9. "Crystal Vases" - The Early Hours
This song was released on one of the best EPs of the year and it really is a cute but depressing song about a guy whose only friend is the maid. Who cleans up the crystal vase when he smokes two packs a day. Believe it or not, these are very similar to the actual lyrics!
from Falling Elevators EP
"Crystal Vases"
Once again, I am having trouble finding audio for this song, so if you want it, drop me a line (MusicSequitur@gmail.com) or check it out here.
8. "Bad Romance" - Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga has this sense of style that is applicable in all areas of a performance. From costume to lyrics to delivery everything is meticulously put together, and that's why "Bad Romance" is awesome. Yes, it's overtly sexual and yes the girl is OUT THERE, but everything is deliberate. It's SUPER catchy, but never cheesy and always interesting.
from The Fame Monster
"Bad Romance"
7. "The Cave" - Mumford & Sons
This song took a little while for me to get used to, but once I did it hit me hard. The intro is sweet, the lyrics are way awesome and it's just an all around sweet song. I typically don't enjoy banjos, but this song is a lovely exception.
from Sigh No More
6. "Drumming Song" - Florence + the Machine
It's the theatrical feeling to this song that makes everything about it fantastic. The character is introduced, the problem outlined and the tension builds. It's BIG and dirty, but feminine. It's an overture and the leading lady sings with such intense emotion you feel it in your blood and your heart begins to match the rhythm.
from Lungs
"Drumming Song"
5. "When Love Takes Over" - David Guetta ft. Kelly Rowland
Kelly Rowland is the perfect touch to David Guetta's genius beats. Guetta puts together a song that's not just meant to be played in dance halls, but can be blasted in cars or during runs or anywhere. She hits every single note (even in those sick scales) effortlessly and beautifully. Such a breathtaking love song.
from One Love
"When Love Takes Over"
4. "1901" - Phoenix
Who would have thought a song about Paris in 1901 would be so awesome?! It's not just the song, it's the FEEL of it. The springy guitar, the electrifying bass, and the spot-on singing. It creates a fresh atmosphere and it's so original and fun.
from Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix
"1901"
3. "Chelsea" - The Summer Set
Drinks are pouring and girls are fine in Arizona circa 2005, and Brian Dales tells the story of him and his current girlfriend, Chelsea Stuab (from this show) and the group clicks everything into place. Once again, I heart Jess Bowen, the drummer and only girl in the band; she runs a tight set. This is pop rock at it's best.
from Love Like This
"Chelsea"
2. "Wonderful" - Gary Go
Beautiful, epic and uplifting. Simple as that.
from Gary Go
"Wonderful"
1. "Eet" - Regina Spektor
Mix Regina's gorgeous voice with her SPECTACULAR lyrics and the coolest chords you can find. Then, half way through change it up with a driving percussion rhythm. You get a stunning masterpiece she calls "Eet".
from Far
"Eet"
WOOHOO!!
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