Happy Birthday Taylor Swift

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Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia publish ‘Beyoncé’ her eponymous fifth album featuring ‘XO,’ ‘Drunk in Love’ and ‘Partition’ (2013)

Beyoncé‘ is her eponymous fifth studio album released on December 13, 2013, by Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°455 – 2010s Music Videos

Stormzy’s "Cold," from *Gang Signs & Prayer*, delivers sharp grime energy in just 2:36, with Swifta Beater’s taut production elevating its impactful brevity. Certified Gold and peaking at #21 on the UK Singles Chart, the track weaves empowerment into punchy bars, marrying confidence with playfulness. In contrast, Drake’s "Energy" from *If You're Reading This It's Too Late* showcases defiance and paranoia layered over eclectic samples, climbing to #26 on Billboard Hot 100 and earning multi-platinum certifications worldwide, supported by a satirical music video that amplified its bold lyrics.

Khalid’s "Talk," powered by Disclosure’s polished yet restrained production, explores the hesitations of a fragile relationship, resonating globally with top-three Billboard Hot 100 success and Grammy recognition. Meanwhile, Big Sean’s "Bounce Back" channels resilience with slick trap production, peaking at #6 and earning platinum plaques for its catchy yet introspective vibe. Tyga’s "Rack City," minimalistic and repetitive, became an early-2010s club staple, quadruple-platinum-certified despite its simplicity. Across these standout tracks, each artist leaves their mark, blending genre-defining elements with unique stylistic choices.

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°668 – 2010s Music Videos

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Alan Walker's "Faded" blends atmospheric introspection with mainstream appeal, driven by Iselin Solheim’s haunting vocals and a looping piano refrain. Its staggering success, including 11× platinum in Sweden, leans on polished production but risks overreliance on repetition. In contrast, Twenty One Pilots’ "Stressed Out" captures millennial anxieties with introspective lyrics and a blend of alt-rock and hip-hop, earning a peak at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Bazzi’s "Mine" rides viral fame into polished pop territory, blending simple melodies with sleek production, embodying catchy appeal despite shallow emotional depth. Meanwhile, Billie Eilish’s "Bury a Friend" explores dark self-reflection through a skeletal, minimalist sound, backed by unsettling lyrics, securing cultural resonance with its haunting vision and tightly controlled creativity.

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