List Of Number-one Singles From The 2020s (New Zealand)
This is the Recorded Music NZ list of number-one singles in New Zealand during the 2020s decade, starting from Monday 6 January 2020. The chart also includes data from on-demand audio streaming services. Justin Bieber has achieved five number-one singles this decade, the most of any artist thus far. From the 2020s, L.A.B.'s "In the Air" was the top song of 2020; The Glass Animals track "Heat Waves" was the top song of 2021 (although only peaking at number two); and Elton John and Dua Lipa's "Cold Heart (Pnau remix)" was the top song of 2022. Chart Key : – Number-one single of the year : – Song of New Zealand originWhether or not a song is of New Zealand origin is determined by the RMNZ : – Number-one single of the year, of New Zealand origin Notes References {{Rianz Number-one singles New Zealand Singles 2020 2020 was heavily defined by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to global Social impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, social and Economic impact of th ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Recorded Music NZ
Recorded Music NZ (formerly the Recording Industry Association of New Zealand (RIANZ)) is a non-profit trade association of record producers, distributors and recording artists who sell recorded music in New Zealand. Membership of Recorded Music NZ is open to any owner of recorded music rights operating in New Zealand, inclusive of major labels (such as Sony, Universal and Warner Music Group), independent labels and self-released artists. Recorded Music NZ has over 2000 rights-holders. Prior to June 2013 the association called itself the "Recording Industry Association of New Zealand" (RIANZ). RIANZ and PPNZ Music Licensing merged and renamed themselves "Recorded Music NZ". Recorded Music NZ functions in three areas: * member services (the New Zealand Music Awards, the Official New Zealand Music Charts, music grants and direct services to artists and labels) * music licensing (undertaken independently or, in most cases, via OneMusic, a joint licensing venture between Reco ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Toosie Slide
"Toosie Slide" is a song by Canadian rapper Drake from his commercial mixtape ''Dark Lane Demo Tapes'' (2020). It was released as the lead single on April 3, 2020, through Republic and OVO. The song is titled after social media influencer Toosie, who had previously helped the song go viral. A video was released alongside the song, showing Drake quarantined, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He also demonstrates the Toosie Slide dance in his Toronto mansion. The song debuted at number eighteen on the US Bubbling Under Hot 100 before debuting at number one on the main ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart the next week, making Drake the first male artist to accomplish three number-one debuts. Background and promotion On March 29, 2020, social media influencer Toosie uploaded a clip showing him and his friends doing a dance challenge called the "Toosie Slide" while parts of the song are playing in the background. The dance was described as a "modern day 'Cha Cha Slide' by DJ Casper" and went v ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Drivers License (song)
"Drivers License" (stylized in all lowercase) is the debut single by American singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo. It was released on January 8, 2021, through Geffen Records, Geffen and Interscope Records, as the lead single from her debut studio album, ''Sour (album), Sour'' (2021). She co-wrote the song with its producer Dan Nigro. Containing poignant lyrics detailing heartache, "Drivers License" is a power ballad blending bedroom pop, alt-pop, and power pop styles. It is characterized by a Minimal music, minimalist, piano-led production, incorporating Bass drum, kick drums, harmonies, Syncopation, syncopated hand-claps, and a dreamy Bridge (music), bridge. One of 2021's most successful songs, "Drivers License" launched Rodrigo's music career. The song documents the "multifaceted" emotions Rodrigo endured after a heartbreak. She teased the song on her social media for many months in 2020, before announcing it on January 4, 2021. The official music video was posted to YouTube alon ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Why Oh Why (L ''
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Why Oh Why may refer to: * "Why Oh Why", a 2020 single by L.A.B. * "Why Oh Why", a 1997 song by Celine Dion from ''Let's Talk About Love'' * "Why Oh Why", a 2001 song by A Touch of Class from ''Planet Pop ''Planet Pop'' is the debut album by Eurodance group A Touch of Class. The album was released internationally on 6 November 2000 and in the United States on 6 February 2001. It reached No. 73 on the ''Billboard'' 200. The album's lead singl ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Therefore I Am (song)
"Therefore I Am" is a song by American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish and the second single from her second studio album, ''Happier Than Ever'' (2021). It was released on November 12, 2020, through Darkroom and Interscope Records. It is an uptempo, hip hop-influenced pop, dark pop, R&B, and electropop track. Eilish wrote the song with its producer, Finneas O'Connell. The song received positive reviews from music critics, with many of them comparing it to Eilish's hit single "Bad Guy". "Therefore I Am" was featured in 2020 year-end lists by multiple publications, including ''Billboard'', ''NME'', and Uproxx. The song peaked at number two on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, giving Eilish her fourth top-10 hit in the United States. The song further reached the top five on the ''Billboard'' airplay Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and Mainstream Top 40 charts. It peaked at number one on the singles charts in Greece, Ireland, Lithuania, and New Zealand, alongside receiving a platinum cer ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Positions (song)
"Positions" is a song recorded by American singer Ariana Grande. The song was released by Republic Records on October 23, 2020, as the lead single from Grande's sixth studio album of the same name. The song was written by Grande, Angelina Barrett, Brian Vincent Bates, Nija Charles, James Jarvis, Tommy Brown, London on da Track, and Mr. Franks, and produced by the last three. "Positions" is a midtempo song blending pop and R&B over trap beats, plucked guitar, and violin. Its lyrics see Grande extend romantic overtures to her love interest. The song was met with generally positive reviews from music critics, who embraced its breezy and mellow sound. The song's music video, directed by Dave Meyers, accompanied the song's release, and depicts Grande as the President of the United States. A live performance music video of "Positions" was released on July 22, 2021. It received a nomination for Best Pop Solo Performance at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. "Positions" debuted atop t ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Mood (song)
"Mood" is a song by rapper 24kGoldn, featuring rapper Iann Dior. It was released on July 24, 2020, through Records and Columbia Records, as the lead single from 24kGoldn's debut studio album, ''El Dorado'' (2021). The pop rap and rap rock song is built around a guitar riff inspired by indie rock and post grunge music, and also features hi-hats and snare drums in the style of trap music. On the song, 24kGoldn and Dior sing-rap about their toxic relationships in which their lovers are always in a "mood". The song came about while the artists were playing ''Call of Duty'' together and producers Omer Fedi and KBeaZy were working on a beat, and 24kGoldn idly sang what would become the song's hook. After an early version of the song was completed, Blake Slatkin was soon brought on as a producer to make the song more pop-oriented. It became a commercial success after earning popularity on the video-sharing app TikTok, and was certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry A ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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WAP (song)
"WAP" is a song by American rapper Cardi B featuring guest vocals from fellow American rapper Megan Thee Stallion. It was released through Atlantic Records on August 7, 2020, as the lead single from Cardi B's upcoming second studio album. "WAP" is an acronym for "Wet-Ass Pussy". Musically, it is a hip hop song driven by heavy bass, drum beats, and a sample of Frank Ski's Baltimore club single "Whores in This House" (1993). In the lyrics, Cardi B and Megan discuss how they want to be pleased by men, specifically referencing numerous sexual practices. "WAP" received widespread critical acclaim for its sex-positive message, and for empowering women, with Rolling Stone, NPR and several other publications ranking it as the best song of 2020. Some observers, ranging from social conservative pundits and politicians to Snoop Dog, CeeLo Green and The Tiger King, criticized the song for its sexually explicit and racist lyrics. It debuted atop the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, becoming ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Megan Thee Stallion
Megan Jovon Ruth Pete (born February 15, 1995), known professionally as Megan Thee Stallion (pronounced "Megan the Stallion"), is an American rapper and songwriter. Originally from Houston, Texas, she first garnered attention when videos of her freestyling became popular on social media platforms such as Instagram. Megan Thee Stallion signed to 300 Entertainment in 2018, where she released the mixtape ''Fever'' (2019) and the extended play ''Suga'' (2020), both of which reached the top ten of the ''Billboard'' 200. She released her debut studio album '' Good News'' (2020) to critical acclaim, appearing on several year-end best album lists. She earned her first and second number-one singles on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 with the remix of her song "Savage" (featuring Beyoncé), and her feature on Cardi B's single "WAP"; the latter of which was her first number one in several other countries, as well as the ''Billboard'' Global 200 chart. In 2021, she was featured alongside Do ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Savage Love (Laxed – Siren Beat)
"Savage Love (Laxed – Siren Beat)", originally known as "Savage Love", is a song by New Zealand music producer Jawsh 685 and American singer Jason Derulo. The song was officially released on 11 June 2020, following the resolution of sample clearance issues between the two artists. "Savage Love (Laxed – Siren Beat)" peaked at number one in seventeen countries, including the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia. A remix featuring South Korean septet BTS was released on 2 October 2020, featuring a new verse sung in Korean. It features vocals predominantly from members Jungkook, Suga (rapper), Suga, and J-Hope. The remix reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100, earning the second number-one song for both Jason Derulo and BTS, and first for Jawsh 685 on the chart. Additionally, the remix reached number one on the Billboard Global 200, ''Billboard'' Global 200. BTS was listed as a credited act for one week on the mentioned charts. Background an ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Rockstar (DaBaby Song)
"Rockstar" (stylized in all caps) is a song by American rapper DaBaby, featuring fellow American rapper Roddy Ricch. The song was released on April 17, 2020, as the second single from DaBaby's third studio album ''Blame It on Baby'' (2020). It was written by the two rappers. "Rockstar" spent seven non-consecutive weeks at the top of the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Outside of the United States, "Rockstar" topped the charts in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Greece, New Zealand, Portugal, the Republic of Ireland, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, and peaked within the top ten of the charts in Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. Its music video is set in a zombie apocalypse. On June 12, 2020, DaBaby released a " BLM (Black Lives Matter) remix" of "Rockstar", which replaces the intro with an extra verse from him, before the rest of the song, regarding the George Floyd protests that started in May 2020, and his own experience with police abuse. The song received nominations ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |