These 2000s one hit wonders deserve a second chance on your playlist. For this list, we’ll be looking at tunes from artists that went from being radio sensations to largely forgotten by the public.
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00:05 Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the top 10 2000s one-hit wonders you forgot were awesome.
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00:20 For this list, we'll be looking at tunes from artists that went from being radio sensations to largely forgotten by the public.
00:28 Did we forget your favorite one-hit wonder? Let us know in the comments below.
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00:33 Number 10, Smooth Criminal, Alien Ant Farm.
00:37 Michael Jackson's Smooth Criminal is a classic pop track from the singer's album Bad.
00:42 In an unlikely turn of events, Alien Ant Farm covered the song in 2001 with a completely different style.
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00:53 They infused their version with a harder edge and new metal flavor that works surprisingly well for a whole new audience.
00:59 Finding success in the early 2000s rock and metal scene,
01:03 the group shot to fame as the hit went to number one on the US Billboard Modern Rock chart.
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01:11 From the engrossing guitar work to the explosive breakdown,
01:15 this entertaining rendition of the 80s single ranks highly among the band's finest achievements.
01:20 It stands as their most successful hit on the charts.
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01:26 Number 9, Move Your Body, Nina Sky featuring Java.
01:30 Created by the pop sister duo Nina Sky,
01:33 Move Your Body has all of the trademark elements that make for an exciting dance hit.
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01:41 It reached four on the Hot 100 as well as achieving gold certification by taking the best elements from multiple music genres.
01:48 Despite its somewhat dated production,
01:50 there's still something to love about this track's inviting and bouncy rhythms.
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02:02 Nina Sky went on to other releases and remixes as featured artists,
02:06 and yet this remains their biggest single as a headline act.
02:09 Even though it fits well in the early aughts, it still deserves another chance at your next party.
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02:18 Number 8, Boston, Augustana.
02:20 Augustana brought another meaningful ballad to the mid-2000s with their tune Boston.
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02:29 Although it might not be immediately recognizable,
02:31 the singer's trademark falsetto in the chorus will likely send people back in time.
02:36 The emotional song found its way into various media from television shows to movies during the decade,
02:41 including a memorable appearance on One Tree Hill.
02:44 On the charts, the single fared better on the adult top 40 as it reached the 10th spot.
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02:54 While the rock band's next two albums ended up receiving some attention on the indie charts,
02:58 they never celebrated another release that was as powerful or resonant as Boston was.
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03:09 Number 7, Young Folks.
03:11 Peter Bjorn and John featuring Victoria Bergsmann.
03:15 Swedish indie rock crew Peter Bjorn and John catapulted to fame with this unlikely and deserving hit.
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03:27 Backed by an endlessly catchy whistle, Young Folks has just the right amount of clever songwriting
03:32 that could easily make it a viral sensation in today's social media landscape.
03:36 The song became a success around the world and on the US alternative music charts.
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03:47 And thanks to their simple and engaging production,
03:49 the band further charmed audiences with appearances on TV shows.
03:53 Young Folks was both a platinum track and a shining example of the indie movement going mainstream in the 2000s.
04:00 Between its light and airy sounds and nostalgic qualities,
04:03 we wouldn't mind if this track made a comeback.
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04:08 Number 6, This Is Why I'm Hot.
04:10 Mimms.
04:11 Rapper Mimms burst onto the scene in 2007 with the single "This Is Why I'm Hot."
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04:19 All swagger and attitude, the artist staked his claim in the music business
04:23 with this number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100.
04:26 The hip-hop track instantly transports you back to the mid-2000s
04:30 with its bold production and memorable chorus.
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04:38 While it might not be the most verbose or complex message ever recorded,
04:42 this song has enough entertainment value for any fun night out on the town.
04:46 The rapper's debut song and accompanying album, Music Is My Savior,
04:50 introduced him to a massive audience.
04:52 Unfortunately, it wasn't enough to keep him in the spotlight for long.
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04:58 Number 5, Flavor of the Week.
05:00 American Hi-Fi.
05:02 When pop-punk was all over the radio in the early 2000s,
05:05 bands like American Hi-Fi had a chance to rock out in front of massive crowds
05:09 with Flavor of the Week.
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05:17 The song expertly chronicles the ill-fated relationship
05:20 between a girl and her loser boyfriend.
05:22 While the guy seems to focus on substances and video games,
05:25 he neglects his significant other in a bittersweet tale of a doomed couple.
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05:32 Outside of the sharp story,
05:34 the track also has a collection of heavy riffs
05:36 that will satisfy any fans of loud guitars.
05:39 American Hi-Fi have remained a prolific act in their own right,
05:43 but Flavor of the Week stands as their calling card in the industry.
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05:51 Number 4, One Thing, A. Marie.
05:53 A. Marie's certifiable pop classic, One Thing,
05:56 rocked radio stations upon release
05:59 and should definitely get a resurgence on streaming playlists.
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06:07 Some might say her sound is reminiscent of other artists like Beyonce.
06:11 Considering that A. Marie's vocals are powerful and the song is ridiculously catchy,
06:16 we think she'd take that comparison as a compliment.
06:18 Over a thrilling drum beat,
06:20 A. Marie's compelling performance reveals that she's the real deal
06:24 and has an enviable range.
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06:28 And it's difficult to hear this kind of song
06:30 and not imagine it working the dance floor of any year.
06:33 Her four albums attempted to capitalize on her early success.
06:36 However, nothing hit the zeitgeist quite like One Thing did in 2005.
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06:45 Number 3, American Boy, Estelle featuring Kanye West.
06:50 British singer Estelle came to prominence in the States
06:52 with her hit single, "American Boy."
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07:01 The catchy number engages the listener with its quality sounds
07:05 and a star-making vocal turn from the lead artist.
07:07 Not to be outdone,
07:08 Kanye West joins in on the session in a few lines to keep the energy high.
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07:17 The track managed to crack the top 10 on the Hot 100
07:20 and it also won a well-deserved Grammy.
07:22 After climbing the charts, Estelle would go on to break into TV
07:25 with her role as Garnet on Steven Universe,
07:28 as well as some other musical ventures.
07:30 But many people still remember her best as the vocalist for this dance pop song.
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07:38 Number 2, Absolutely, Story of a Girl, Nine Days.
07:43 Absolutely, Story of a Girl by Nine Days
07:45 stands as one of the signature rock tracks from the early 2000s.
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07:54 Originating on the album, The Madding Crowd,
07:56 this classic tale has become synonymous with early 21st century pop rock.
08:00 The song's opening lines also feature some of the most famous
08:03 and oft-quoted words of any musical era.
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08:12 Using some surprisingly beautiful metaphors,
08:14 Nine Days never got the credit they deserve
08:16 for their inventive songwriting prowess.
08:18 Their lyrics were even referenced in the spectacular 2022 sci-fi hit
08:23 "Everything, Everywhere, All at Once."
08:25 While the single might have been their only significant hit,
08:27 the rock band continued on with several subsequent releases
08:30 that have been chasing this one ever since.
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08:54 Number 1. Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus
08:57 Teenage Dirtbag encapsulates all of the complicated feelings
09:00 associated with being young and in love.
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09:08 The lyrics tell an intricate story that invites viewers to follow along
09:11 and become invested in the singer's journey.
09:13 Not only was it a big hit that went platinum in several countries,
09:17 but it also reached the top 10 on numerous music charts.
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09:24 Through its inclusion on the soundtrack of films like "Loser"
09:26 and the TV show "Generation Kill,"
09:28 the single only grew in popularity.
09:30 The self-deprecating words and the quotable chorus
09:32 make for a production that's relatable to every listener.
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09:41 Even if you don't know the band's name by heart,
09:43 there's a decent chance you'll come across their hit
09:45 on a nostalgic radio channel or your favorite TV show.
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