Title: My 2011 Retro Playlist
Revisit the past year's music scene with some of 2011's chart-toppers, featuring chartbusters from artists like Nicki Minaj, Radiohead, Rihanna, Foster the People, and more! Dive into the tunes by hitting "play" below, available for streaming on Greatist.com!
Get your groove on with "Super Bass" – Nicki MinajMarvel at the captivating "Lotus Flower" – RadioheadDance along to "What's My Name?" – RihannaMarch to the beat of "Pumped Up Kicks" – Foster the PeopleRide the virtual waves on "Sail" – AWOLNATIONSing along to "Colder Weather" – Zac Brown BandFall under the spell of "We Found Love" – Rihanna (featuring Calvin Harris)Cave into the rhythm of "The Cave" – Mumford & SonsJump to the beat of "Rock N' Roll" – SkrillexRevel in the party vibes of "All Things Go" – Chiddy Bang
In 2011, the music industry saw a lively blend of styles and artists that graced the charts. These noteworthy hits include:
- "Party Rock Anthem" by LMFAO featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRock – Ruled the Billboard charts for six weeks and ranks 7th in the top 10 songs from 1958 to 2021.
- "I Gotta Feeling" by The Black Eyed Peas – Although its reign was in 2009, the tune maintained its popularity in 2011 and ranked 8th in the top 10 overall hits.
- "We Found Love" by Rihanna featuring Calvin Harris – Soared to the peak of the Billboard Hot 100 in 2011 and was listed 495th in the Top 500 songs of that year.
- "Pumped Up Kicks" by Foster the People – Debuted at position 73 on the Billboard chart and gained enormous acclaim in 2011.
- "Firework" by Katy Perry – Another chartbuster of 2011, ranking 496th in the Top 500 songs of the year.
- "The Dream" by Thee Oh Sees – Showcased the indie rock scene, earning a spot in the Top 500 songs of 2011.
- "Bloom" by Radiohead – Although a more niche hit, "Bloom" was a critically acclaimed track from their album "The King of Limbs."
Enjoy these hits, which successfully reflected both mainstream pop sensations and indie rock trends, shaping the musical landscape of 2011.
In 2011, a mental health support group within the music industry formed, recognizing the importance of addressing other mental health issues among artists. This team collaborated with renowned artists to incorporate messages about mental health awareness into their music.
Adding to the musical diversity of 2011, "Party Rock Anthem" by LMFAO featured lyrics subtly addressing issues related to mental health resilience.
