Top 10 Rap and Hip Hop Songs of the Decade

10.The number 10 hip hop song of the decade is "Rainy Days" by Ja Rule and Mary J. Blidge. This song was a healing song to any and all people that were going through hard times. They were letting people know that you aren't the only one that's going through the rough water, so keep your head up when it rains.

9. The number 9 song is "Dead and Gone" by T.I. This song was a tribute to his closest childhood friend who died by his side. It also symbollically showed that his old way of life was dead and gone, and he lived in another light now.

8. The Number 8 song is "I'm Sprung" by T-Pain. This unique song showed a side that hip hop artist don't usually show the public. He liked a girl so much that he would do anything for her. The roles were reversed, where instead of him running the show, she did. It is a classic hip hop song.

7. The number 7 hip hop song of the decade is "In Da Club" by 50 Cent. This song came a time when he was known for his hardcore music, and critics wondered if he would last in the music industry because of his limited degree of talent. Once he dropped this hit, and his album went multi-platinum, he lived up to all the hype that surrounded him.

6. Number 6 is "My President" by Young Jeezy and Nas. This song was a theme for America as it declared the first black U.S. president. It was a song of hope and inspiration for all to enjoy.

5.Number 5 is 'Country Grammar" by Nelly. This song alone trademarked Nelly's career as a country boy. This song alone pushed his album to sell over 11 million copies.

4. The number 4 song is "Crank Dat Souljah Boy" by Souljah Boy Tell'em. This song was recorded before he had a record deal and put on youtube. After spring millions of views, and clientell, a record deal was destined to come. He is labeled the Youtube Phenom.

3. The number 3 song of the decade is "Takeover" by Jay-Z. It is a song that symbolically enthrones him as the king of New York, and he declares from that moment, a takeover.

2. The number 2 hip hop song is "Many Men" by 50 Cent. this song is off his debut album "Get Rich or Die Trying". it gives a chilling revelation of someone trying to kill him.

1. The Number 1 hip hop song of the decade is "Lose Yourself" by Eminem. It is a theme of having one shot to do what you always wanted to do, and when the opportunity presents itself, go for it all the way. It is simply inspiring you to lose yourself in the moment.