2008 Woodie Awards
the 20 Best Songs of 2005
By Colin McGuire
Rocket Life/A&E Editor
Issue date: 1/20/06 Section: Entertainment
For every great album there are at least two great songs, or at least that's what we are going to say for the sake of this feature. Before you are the 20 greatest songs 2005 had to offer. Though some may come from the 10 best albums of the past year, the two lists are in no way related to one another. So wih that said, read up boys and girls, for here is what you should be using to partake in all of that illegal downloading you people love to do.
20. Jack's Mannequin -
The Mixed Tape
Something Corporate frontman goes solo and suddenly becomes your parent's favorite artist.
19. All American Rejects -
Move Along
A booty shaking anthem for emo kids everywhere, hoplessly playing the role of the good guy.
18. Fat Joe -
So Much More
The best hip-hop song you never heard from the best hip-hop artist you won't give a chance.
17. Hot Hot Heat -
You Owe Me An IOU
Though it got its start on a baseball video game, there is no denying the lyrical brilliance and irresistable groove.
16. Keyshia Cole -
(I Just Want It) To Be Over
Krucial Keys gets it right once again with this unique musical composition behind words you were too scared to say.
15. Santana Feat. Anthony Hamilton - Twisted
Though the legendary guitar player has played out his collaboration card, this is a rare perfect call.
14. Straylight Run -
Big Shot
No, its not the latest D-side from nine inch nails, its simply the guy that used to be in taking back sunday.
13. Teairra Mari -
Make Her Feel Good
Jay-Z's barely legal almost latest find introduces herself to the world in a fashion way beyond her years .
12. Foo Fighters -
Best Of You
When a funny guy gets serious, people listen. When he does that plus rock, people care.
11. Eminem -
When I'm Gone
One of the two best rappers alive finally loses himself, gets sentimental, and touches hearts. Awww.
10. Kelly Clarkson -
20. Jack's Mannequin -
The Mixed Tape
Something Corporate frontman goes solo and suddenly becomes your parent's favorite artist.
19. All American Rejects -
Move Along
A booty shaking anthem for emo kids everywhere, hoplessly playing the role of the good guy.
18. Fat Joe -
So Much More
The best hip-hop song you never heard from the best hip-hop artist you won't give a chance.
17. Hot Hot Heat -
You Owe Me An IOU
Though it got its start on a baseball video game, there is no denying the lyrical brilliance and irresistable groove.
16. Keyshia Cole -
(I Just Want It) To Be Over
Krucial Keys gets it right once again with this unique musical composition behind words you were too scared to say.
15. Santana Feat. Anthony Hamilton - Twisted
Though the legendary guitar player has played out his collaboration card, this is a rare perfect call.
14. Straylight Run -
Big Shot
No, its not the latest D-side from nine inch nails, its simply the guy that used to be in taking back sunday.
13. Teairra Mari -
Make Her Feel Good
Jay-Z's barely legal almost latest find introduces herself to the world in a fashion way beyond her years .
12. Foo Fighters -
Best Of You
When a funny guy gets serious, people listen. When he does that plus rock, people care.
11. Eminem -
When I'm Gone
One of the two best rappers alive finally loses himself, gets sentimental, and touches hearts. Awww.
10. Kelly Clarkson -
