Iconic Songs Turning 10 Years-old in 2025
Music has the power to transport us to a specific moment in time, and 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of some of the most iconic songs from the mid-2010s.
These tracks didn't just dominate the charts—they became a huge part of pop culture, shaping the music landscape for years to come.
Who can forget the era of Fetty Wap and the Remy Boyz, when you could shout '17' across a room and have a '38' echo back, a catchphrase that became synonymous with the group's rise to fame?
And then there was Drake's Hotline Bling—a track that not only became a smash hit but also gave birth to countless memes thanks to Drake's now-legendary dance moves in the video.
From the anthems we still play today to the viral moments that defined the era, these songs continue to bring nostalgia and laughter.
As we celebrate a decade since their release, let's look back at the iconic hits that still resonate with music lovers and internet culture alike.
Hotline Bling – Drake
I Can't Feel My Face – The Weeknd
March Madness – Future
Take Me to Church – Hozier
Antidote – Travis Scott
See You Again – Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
Trap Queen – Fetty Wap
Lord Pretty Flacko Jodye Pt. II – A$AP Rocky
Flex (Ooh Ooh Ooh) – Rich Homie Quan
Alright – Kendrick Lamar
This Could Be Us – Rae Sremmurd
Blank Space – Taylor Swift
Sorry – Justin Bieber
Uptown Funk – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
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