Kesha, one of the most popular artists of the 2000s, has always created memorable music because she is never afraid to be true to herself in her lyrics. 

Like many artists from this decade, she tells listeners straight up what her life is like – and she doesn’t care what anyone else thinks of her.

For example, in her song “Tik Tok,” released in 2009, Kesha sings, “Ain’t got no money in my pocket, but I’m already here / And now the dudes are lining’ up ’cause they hear we got swagger / But we kick ’em to the curb unless they look like Mick Jagger.”

Male artists during the 2000s had the same approach, including Snoop Dogg and Kanye West.

For example, in Snoop Dogg’s song “Drop it Like it’s Hot,” released in 2004, he raps, “Drive my own cars and wear my own clothes / I hang out tough. I’m a real boss.”

In this song, he is describing his life and also allowing his audience to live vicariously through him and his lyrics. 

The common theme among these artists is that their music is an expression of their lives. This entices audiences and even boosts serotonin levels because of the combination of beats and lyrics. 

Also, almost every song in the 2000s was an energetic song, enticing fans to listen.

One of the biggest stars of the era was Britney Spears, who debuted in 2000 with her album Baby One More Time. The album was a hit because of her unique style of music and the energetic nature of her songs.

Overall, old music is the preferable choice because the artists back then expressed their real attitudes and created energetic music.

Modern music has become far more realistic lyrically compared to the 2000s.

Artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Billie Eilish are seen as relatable figures in the pop genre because of the songs they write and the ideas they share. Sabrina Carpenter’s new album Short N’ Sweet is another example of relatable pop today. 

Being able to relate to music makes it more interesting. Music from the early 2000s, in comparison, displays more of an energetic sound but overall less reliance on lyrics.

Lyrics today, especially in the pop genre, relate to feelings, experiences, and memories, usually relating to love or heartbreak. In the early 2000s, these ideas were still shown, but less emotionally compared to today. That is what makes it more relatable to people today.

This is true in other genres as well, such as country. Artists like Zach Bryan and Morgan Wallen have become popular and changed many negative perspectives of country music. They changed the traditional country sound and made it more appealing to many different people through their lyrics and instruments.

R&B has made a comeback as well. This genre now has a bigger audience due to changes in lyrics and sound. Technology like auto tune has helped bring attention to the genre.

One artist who has bridged both time periods is Taylor Swift. She is a well-liked and relatable artist, a fan favorite pick among women today, and an icon to the female pop genre. She has set the standard for relatable and realistic lyricism.

Overall, though, music from the 2000s is popular because it makes listeners feel nostalgic. Eventually that also will be true for today’s music.

But beyond nostalgia, today’s music is better than older music. The lyrics are more relatable, and female artists create more interest. The new artists are making new music for today’s fans.

Modern music has become far more realistic lyrically compared to the 2000s.

Artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Billie Eillish are seen as relatable figures in the pop genre because of the songs they write and the ideas they share. Sabrina Carpenter’s new album Short N’ Sweet is another example of relatable pop today. 

Being able to relate to music makes it more interesting. Music from the early 2000s, in comparison, displays more of an energetic sound but overall less reliance on lyrics.

Lyrics today, especially in the pop genre, relate to feelings, experiences, and memories, usually relating to love or heartbreak. In the early 2000s, these ideas were still shown, but less emotionally compared to today. That is what makes it more relatable to people today.

This is true in other genres as well, such as country. Artists like Zach Bryan and Morgan Wallen have become popular and changed many negative perspectives of country music. They changed the traditional country sound and made it more appealing to many different people through their lyrics and instruments.

R&B has made a comeback as well. This genre now has a bigger audience due to changes in lyrics and sound. Technology like auto tune has helped bring attention to the genre.

One artist who has bridged both time periods is Taylor Swift. She is a well-liked and relatable artist, a fan favorite pick among women today, and an icon to the female pop genre. She has set the standard for relatable and realistic lyricism.

Overall, though, music from the 2000s is popular because it makes listeners feel nostalgic. Eventually that also will be true for today’s music.

But beyond nostalgia, today’s music is better than older music. The lyrics are more relatable, and female artists create more interest. The new artists are making new music for today’s fans