76. Thrift Shop - Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Wanz
What what what what. The only song that didn't fit the eligibility but was so big early 2013, it would be wrong to not have it in the list. This song and Macklemore have copped a lot from the public but I think its just a fun song that can get a whole crowd/party/anything moving and singing. A ridiculously catchy hook and trumpet makes it great and it would have to be my 3rd favourite M/RL song, after Jimmy Iovine and one other song that will chart later on.
75. Ashtrays and Heartbreaks - Snoop Lion feat. Miley Cyrus
In all seriousness, I only like/listen to this song for Miley. This was the first taste of 2013 Miley and as always, her vocals are great. A very chilled song is all I can say really.
74. Shake the Room - Gamu
I came across the video for this song back in February on Popjustice and Wow. The video was simple and straightforward but I had it on repeat for days. Later found out she was the girl who Cher Lloyd was chosen over by Cheryl on XF UK. This song is an old school bop and reminds me of Australian Jessica Mauboy but better. At 1:51, it breaks down and you realise what a shame it is that this girl isn't bigger.
73. Bang Bang - will.i.am
Will had a great album in terms of production. Lyrics not so much. And though it seemed that he has released enough songs this year, this was the only one worthy in my list. A great dance track of 2013. ATRL has ruined it for me because all I hear with that female vocalist is Britney. You can feel the Great Gatsby inspiration in it, and I think will experimented a little bit more with his vocals on this track.
72. Pour It Up - Rihanna
This is Rihanna that I love. Bad ass, sexy, not giving a damn. The video was a bit of a mess when it took months to released. Its a banger that works well at parties/clubs as she brags about her life and the way she sings “pour it up, pour it up” is everything in this song. That and the “I dont give a f” verses.
71. 22 - Taylor Swift
I do laugh and cringe at some of the lyrics on this song but most times I ignore it because its one of T-swizzle's funnest songs. The video is cute and goes well with the song and while most of the peoplee who listen to this song is way younger than 22, its still that song that everybody should dance/sing to to have a good time and forget all your troubles.
70. Mirrors - Justin Timberlake
I aint crazy on the fact that all of his songs are 8 minutes long but just taking in the first half of this song before it becomes repetitive and boring, it’s the standout from 20/20. His voice is at his best and should of been his comeback single, not Suit and Tie. The overall message/theme of the song is sweet with some amazing lyrics but radio edit gets the job done, the extra 3 and a half minutes aren't necessary