100 Best R&B Songs of 2003

The year 2003 was a good year for R&B music in the United States. Many artists released successful albums and singles that showcased their talent and creativity. But what were the very best R&B songs? Check them out in our Top 100 R&B Songs of 2003 playlist!

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• Top 10 R&B Songs 2003
• About The Playlist
• List of 100 Best R&B Songs of 2003
• Spotify Playlist
• Youtube Music Video’s
• Final Thought – 100 Best R&B Songs of 2003

Top 10 R&B Songs 2003

1. In Da Club – 50 Cent
2. Right Thurr – Chingy
3. Get Low – Lil’ Jon & The Eastside Boyz
4. Ignition – R. Kelly
5. Get Busy – Sean Paul
6. Can’t Let You Go – Fabolous
7. 21 Questions – 50 Cent
8. Magic Stick – Lil’ Kim ft. 50 Cent
9. I Know What You Want – Busta Rhymes ft. Mariah Carey
10. Into You – Fabolous ft. Tamia

About The Playlist

In 2003, R&B music was one of the most popular and influential genres in the United States. It had a significant impact on the culture, fashion, and politics of the time.

Altogether in 2003, three hip-hop songs dominated the music charts in the USA. Those were 50 Cent’s “In da Club”, Chingy’s “Right Thurr” and Lil’ Jon & The Eastside Boyz’s “Get Low”.

These songs were catchy, energetic, and influential, reflecting the trends and culture of the early 2000s. Let’s highlight them for you.

“Get Low” by Lil’ Jon & The Eastside Boyz

The third spot goes to Lil’ Jon & The Eastside Boyz. They teamed up with fellow Atlanta rappers Ying Yang Twins to create a crunk anthem that became a staple of every party playlist.

Get Low is a song that celebrates the dance moves of women in the club, as they “get low” to the ground and “shake it like a salt shaker”.

The song features Lil’ Jon’s signature shouts and ad-libs, as well as a catchy hook and a bouncy beat that makes you want to move.

The song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, and stayed on the chart for 39 weeks.

It also won a Billboard Music Award for Rap Song of the Year, and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.

“Right Thurr” by Chingy

The second spot belongs to Chingy, who made his debut with a smash hit that introduced his unique style and slang to the world.

Right Thurr is a song that expresses Chingy’s admiration for a woman’s physical appearance and personality, as he repeatedly says “I like the way you do that right thurr“.

The song features a smooth and melodic chorus, as well as a catchy and rhythmic verse that showcases Chingy’s flow and wordplay.

The song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, and stayed on the chart for 33 weeks.

It also won a Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist, and was nominated for a BET Award for Best New Artist.

“In Da Club” by 50 Cent

The top spot of our list goes to 50 Cent. He took over the music industry with his debut single which became one of the most successful songs of all time.

In Da Club is a song that celebrates 50 Cent’s lifestyle and success, as he invites everyone to join him in the club and have fun.

The song features a simple and catchy hook, as well as a hard-hitting and iconic beat produced by Dr. Dre. The song peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, and stayed on the chart for 32 weeks.

It also won several awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Rap Male Solo Performance, an MTV Video Music Award for Best Rap Video, and a Billboard Music Award for Hot 100 Single of the Year.

Conclusion

These are the top 3 songs of R&B music in 2003, according to their performance on the music charts.

These songs represent different aspects of R&B music, such as crunk, hip-hop soul, and gangsta rap. They also reflect the culture and trends of the time, such as clubbing, dancing, and flaunting wealth and status.

These songs have left a lasting impact on R&B music and popular culture, as they have influenced many artists and genres that came after them.

List of 100 Best R&B Songs of 2003

#	Title - Artist
1	In Da Club - 50 Cent
2	Right Thurr - Chingy
3	Get Low - Lil' Jon & The Eastside Boyz
4	Ignition - R. Kelly
5	Get Busy - Sean Paul
6	Can't Let You Go - Fabolous
7	21 Questions - 50 Cent
8	Magic Stick - Lil' Kim ft. 50 Cent
9	I Know What You Want - Busta Rhymes ft. Mariah Carey
10	Into You - Fabolous ft. Tamia
11	Miss You - Aaliyah
12	P.I.M.P. - 50 Cent
13	Shake Ya Tailfeather - Nelly ft. P. Diddy & Murphy Lee
14	Crazy In Love - Beyonce' ft. Jay-Z
15	Baby Boy - Beyonce' ft. Sean Paul
16	All I Have - Jennifer Lopez ft. LL Cool J
17	Rock Wit U (Awww Baby) - Ashanti
18	Beautiful - Snoop Dogg
19	Mesmerize - Ja Rule ft. Ashanti
20	Bump, Bump, Bump - B2K And P. Diddy
21	Suga Suga - Baby Bash
22	Air Force Ones - Nelly
23	Frontin' - Pharrell ft. Jay-Z
24	Never Leave You - Uh Ooh, Uh Oooh! - Lumidee
25	Gossip Folks - Missy Elliott ft. Ludacris
26	Damn! - Youngbloodz ft. Lil' Jon
27	Work It - Missy Elliott
28	How You Gonna Act Like That - Tyrese
29	Wanksta - 50 Cent
30	03 Bonnie & Clyde - Jay-Z ft. Beyonce'
31	Stand Up - Ludacris ft. Shawnna
32	In Those Jeans - Ginuwine
33	Thugz Mansion - 2Pac
34	No Letting Go - Wayne Wonder
35	Holidae In - Chingy ft. Snoop Dogg & Ludacris
36	Can't Stop, Won't Stop - Young Gunz
37	I Can - NAS
38	Lose Yourself - Eminem
39	Hell Yeah - Ginuwine
40	Superman - Eminem
41	Where Is The Love? - Black Eyed Peas
42	My Love Is Like...Whoa - Mya
43	The Jump Off - Lil' Kim ft. Mr. Cheeks
44	So Gone - Monica
45	Angel - Amanda Perez
46	Rock Your Body - Justin Timberlake
47	Don't Mess With My Man - Nivea
48	Excuse Me Miss - Jay-Z
49	Like Glue - Sean Paul
50	Let's Get Down - Bow Wow
51	Sick Of Being Lonely - Field Mob
52	The Way You Move - OutKast
53	Do That... - Baby ft. P. Diddy
54	Don't Wanna Try - Frankie J.
55	Snake - R. Kelly ft. Big Tigger
56	Like A Pimp - David Banner ft. Lil' Flip
57	Gimme The Light - Sean Paul
58	When The Last Time... - Clipse
59	Thoia Thoing - R. Kelly
60	Cry Me A River - Justin Timberlake
61	Never Scared - Bone Crusher
62	Act A Fool - Ludacris
63	Still Ballin' - 2Pac/Trick Daddy
64	In Love Wit Chu - Da Brat
65	Pump It Up - Joe Budden
66	Satisfaction - Eve
67	Dilemma - Nelly ft. Kelly Rowland
68	Rain On Me - Ashanti
69	Tell Me - Smilez And Southstar
70	If I Can't - 50 Cent
71	B R Right - Trina ft. Ludacris
72	Hey Ma - Cam'ron
73	Wat Da Hook Gon Be - Murphy Lee ft. Jermaine Dupri
74	Roll Wit M.V.P. - Stagga Lee
75	Girlfriend - B2K
76	X Gon Give It To Ya - DMX
77	Deliverance - Bubba Sparxxx
78	I Want You - Thalia ft. Fat Joe
79	Jenny From The Block - Jennifer Lopez
80	Luv U Better - LL Cool J
81	Love @ 1st Sight - Mary J. Blige
82	Sing For The Moment - Eminem
83	Can't Hold Us Down - Christina Aguilera ft. Lil' Kim
84	Got Some Teeth - Obie Trice
85	24's - T.I.
86	4 Ever - Lil' Mo ft. Fabolous
87	Beware Of The Boys - Panjabi MC
88	Baby - Ashanti
89	Light Your Ass On Fire - Busta Rhymes
90	Paradise - LL Cool J ft. Amerie
91	Pimp Juice - Nelly
92	Walked Outta Heaven - Jagged Edge
93	Pass That Dutch - Missy Elliott
94	A.D.I.D.A.S. - Killer Mike
95	Hey Ya! - OutKast
96	Milkshake - Kelis
97	Beautiful - Christina Aguilera
98	Breathe - Blu Cantrell ft. Sean Paul
99	Ooh! - Mary J. Blige
100	Runnin' (Dying To Live) - 2Pac ft. Notorious B.I.G.

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Final Thought – 100 Best R&B Songs of 2003

In conclusion, R&B music in 2003 was a diverse and dynamic genre. It showcased the talents and creativity of many artists.

From the smooth and soulful sounds of Alicia Keys and John Legend to the upbeat and catchy melodies of Beyoncé and Usher, there was a little bit of everything.

R&B music in 2003 also reflected the social and cultural issues of the time. Such as the war in Iraq, the rise of hip-hop culture, and the emancipation of women.

R&B in 2003 was not only a source of entertainment, but also a means of expression and inspiration for many listeners.