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Best Songs of 2009

Nov 25, 2009, 1:00pm

[Official] Clipse feat. Kanye West Kinda Like A Big Deal (produced by DJ Khalil)

Filed under: The Hit List This year has been fantastic for well-established superstars, but the year also saw more eclectic singles bubble up and find mainstream success. A number of indie bands struck a chord with weird yet accessible tunes. At the same time, several artists who have been kicking around for a while worked up songs that drew from their past but somehow managed to feel fresh. And that's what it's about, really: staying ahead of the curve while keeping in mind the past. Here's our list of the 25 best songs [...]

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