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**Billboard’s 100 Best Songs of 2005: A Year-End Look**
In a year marked by the rise of digital music and the increasing importance of social media in shaping the music industry, 2005 was a remarkable period for the world of music. This article is our attempt to capture the essence of that era through an unranked list of the 100 best songs of the year.
ENHYPEN’s K-pop juggernaut, ENHYPEN Announce Dates For U.S./European Leg of Walk the Line World Tour, sets the tone for a year that was all about global connectivity and the democratization of music production. Benson Boone Pokes Fun at Coachella Crowd for Underwhelming Reaction to ‘Absolute Legend’ Brian May, and Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars’ Die With a Smile Tops Global 200 Chart for Sweet 16th Week, illustrate the increasing prominence of streaming platforms in shaping the chart performance of artists.
From hip-hop’s continued dominance with rappers like Kendrick Lamar and JAY-Z pushing the boundaries of lyrical content to pop icons like Madonna and Justin Timberlake exploring new sounds, we’ve curated a list that reflects the sheer creativity and innovation on display throughout 2005.
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In conclusion, we celebrate this extraordinary year with our 100 Best Songs of 2005: A Year-End Look, as music fans continue to be inspired by incredible performances and innovative production.
Source: https://www.billboard.com/lists/2005-songs-best/
