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New Jack Swing – Top 20 Songs

Last updated on February 28, 2026

Featuring popular New Jack Swing tracks, this list highlights songs from Blackstreet, Mariah Carey, Boyz II Men, Milli Vanilli, and Tevin Campbell. Each entry emphasizes the genre’s combination of R&B and hip-hop elements, marked by upbeat rhythms and smooth vocal arrangements, capturing the energetic sound that defined late 80s and early 90s music trends.

Added in the past month: . Stephanie Mills’ “Never Knew Love Like This Before” . Al B. Sure!’s “Nite and Day” . Sheila E.’s “The Glamorous Life” . Keith Sweat’s “I’m Not Ready”

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°692 – 2010s Music Videos

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Paramore’s “The Only Exception” showcases a softer, stripped-down ballad in 6/8 time, veering from their usual energy. Hayley Williams’ heartfelt delivery anchors the track, which gained commercial traction, hitting No. 17 in Australia and earning a Grammy nod. Its quiet introspection marked a shift, resonating on the UK Rock Chart but drawing mixed feelings about its restrained predictability. Similarly, Marina’s “How to Be a Heartbreaker” paired cheeky breakup rules with a polished pop backdrop. Produced by Benny Blanco and Dr. Luke, the track aimed for mainstream success, achieving platinum status but peaking modestly on UK and US charts, balancing humor with a team-driven sound.

Jack Savoretti’s “Candlelight” leans into cinematic elegance with lush, atmospheric instrumentation, hinting at James Bond vibes but sanding down emotional edges for mass appeal. Meanwhile, Ne-Yo’s Disney piece, “Never Knew I Needed,” oozes romance with polished R&B stylings but feels like a chapter in a broader narrative rather than a standout. Sugarland’s “Stuck Like Glue” blends country and reggae, delivering an earworm that polarized fans with its quirky energy, while Alyssa Reid’s “Alone Again” borrowed Heart’s ’80s hit, blending nostalgia with crisp pop charm to climb European charts. These tracks highlight diverse approaches to balancing emotional weight and commercial appeal.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°133 – 2010s Music Videos

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N-Dubz’s “Girls,” with its hedonistic themes and polished beats, sees Dappy’s over-the-top theatrics paired with a glossy yet disjointed music video, peaking modestly at No. 18 in the UK. Troye Sivan’s “Youth” shines as millennial synth-pop, blending sparkling hooks and universal themes of first love, landing higher in charts like Australia (No. 17) and achieving multi-platinum accolades globally.

The Vamps and Matoma teamed up for “All Night,” a streamlined EDM-pop crossover with childlike vocal production quirks, staying on UK charts for 26 weeks. Sophie Ellis-Bextor slowed the pace with “Young Blood,” an introspective chamber pop piece that peaked at No. 34 in the UK, offering cinematic strings and tender vocals that departed from her dance-pop roots.

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