The top five songs of this decade so far

The single version of this song didn't do much, but the RedOne remix remains the best dance song released in years. This is a song you will definitely want to hear at a basketball game, your wedding, and just about any other type of event. Nelly has had some great singles over the past ten years, but he outdid himself with soulful and thoughtful "Just a Dream." This breakup song brought tears to many listeners while also propelling their feet to the dance floor. "Someone Like You" represents Adele at her most vulnerable and sweetest. This number one song proves you don't need cheap gimmicks to sell a song; all you need is a great voice. View the list »
Before Lady Gaga absolutely lost her mind and became a poor man's Madonna, she released some great singles. "Bad Romance," with its dark beats and sexy lyrics, represents Mother Monster at her best. 

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We are only a little bit more than three years into it, but it has been a great decade musically. Dance music has made a huge comeback and talented artists like Adele, who don't need constant gimmicks, have emerged. Here is our list of the top five songs of this decade so far.

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  • Before Lady Gaga absolutely lost her mind and became a poor man's Madonna, she released some great singles. "Bad Romance," with its dark beats and sexy lyrics, represents Mother Monster at her best. 
  • "Someone Like You" represents Adele at her most vulnerable and sweetest. This number one song proves you don't need cheap gimmicks to sell a song; all you need is a great voice. 
  • Nelly has had some great singles over the past ten years, but he outdid himself with soulful and thoughtful "Just a Dream." This breakup song brought tears to many listeners while also propelling their feet to the dance floor. 
  • The single version of this song didn't do much, but the RedOne remix remains the best dance song released in years. This is a song you will definitely want to hear at a basketball game, your wedding, and just about any other type of event. 
  • This song not only propelled Bruno Mars to superstar status, it also took over the airwaves at radio in the Summer of 2010. If anybody ever denies Mars' talent, just play them this song. 
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Jemuel DaSilva is a Communication Studies student at the University of Las Vegas (UNLV). He has covered gay events for the university and local news station since 2010. He plans to attend law school after he graduates in 2013.

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