Nu Generation

Chingy’s "Holidae In," featuring Ludacris and Snoop Dogg, captured early 2000s party vibes with its infectious hotel escapades, peaking at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. Similarly, Clipse’s "When the Last Time" paired their sharp delivery with The Neptunes’ signature bounce, charting at No. 19 and solidifying its club anthem status. D12’s "Shit on You" showcased their brash humor while staying true to their Detroit roots.

Three 6 Mafia’s "Stay Fly," blending Willie Hutch’s soulful sample with swagger, soared to No. 13 and became a Southern hip-hop staple. Pharoahe Monch’s commanding "Simon Says," driven by a cinematic Godzilla sample, turned heads with its intensity and boldness. Meanwhile, Raghav’s "Angel Eyes" brought reggae-pop fusion to the forefront, hitting No. 7 on UK charts, though it leaned more on tribute than unique identity.