The ultimate playlist with all Number One Songs of 2001 in the USA: A Year of Chart-Topping Singles.
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A Musical Journey Through the 14 Number-One Songs That Ruled the Charts
The year 2001 was a remarkable one for the music industry, as it saw a record-breaking 14 singles reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Among the 14 number-one songs, 12 were the first U.S. number-one singles for the artists who recorded them. This represented a new era of musical discovery, as new artists were breaking through to mainstream success.
The Infectious Pop Anthem with Legendary Chart Success
One of the most notable chart-toppers of the year was Janet Jackson’s “All for You.” This infectious pop anthem spent seven consecutive weeks at number one, making it the longest-running single of 2001.
“All for You” also marked a significant milestone in Jackson’s career, as it gave her the tenth Hot 100 number one of her career. This placed her among the top four female artists in the rock era with the most number ones.
The Catchy Hip-Hop Anthem That Spent 7 Weeks at #1
Another notable number-one single from 2001 was Nelly’s “Hot in Herre.” This hip-hop anthem was characterized by its catchy beat and Nelly’s smooth rapping style. It spent seven weeks at number one, becoming one of the biggest hits of the year.
Memorable Songs That Almost Made It
In addition to the 14 number-one singles, there were a number of other notable songs that charted during 2001.
These included “Drop It Like It’s Hot” by Snoop Dogg and Pharrell Williams, “Can’t Get You Out of My Head” by Kylie Minogue, and “The Rockafeller Skank” by Fatboy Slim. These songs helped to solidify 2001 as a year of memorable and chart-topping hits.
Some Highlights from the List
Nickelback’s “How You Remind Me”: A Glimpse into the Best-Charting Song of 2002
“How You Remind Me” by Nickelback was the best-selling song of 2002 in the United States, spending four weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was also the band’s only No. 1 single. This spot was achieved in December 2001.
Alicia Keys’ “Fallin'”: A Soul-Stirring Debut That Launched a Stellar Career
R&B sensation Alicia Keys made a triumphant entrance into the music world with her debut single “Fallin’,” which topped the U.S. charts for an impressive six non-consecutive weeks.
The soul-stirring ballad showcased Keys’ powerful vocals and songwriting prowess, establishing her as a rising star and setting the stage for a remarkable career.
Shaggy’s Infectious Hits “It Wasn’t Me” and “Angel”: A Reggae Star’s Rise to International Recognition
Jamaican reggae icon Shaggy achieved chart-topping success with his infectious singles “It Wasn’t Me” and “Angel,” each holding the number one spot in the U.S. charts for two consecutive weeks and one week, respectively.
These hits propelled Shaggy to international recognition, cementing his position as a reggae superstar and showcasing his unique blend of pop, R&B, and reggae influences.
List of All Number One Songs 2001
# | Title - Artist |
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1 | Smooth (ft. Rob Thomas) - Santana |
2 | What a Girl Wants - Christina Aguilera |
3 | I Knew I Loved You - Savage Garden |
4 | Thank God I Found You (ft. Joe & 98°) - Mariah Carey |
5 | Amazed - Lonestar |
6 | Say My Name - Destiny's Child |
7 | Maria Maria (ft. The Product G&B) - Santana |
8 | Try Again - Aaliyah |
9 | Be With You - Enrique Iglesias |
10 | Everything You Want - Vertical Horizon |
11 | Bent - Matchbox Twenty |
12 | It's Gonna Be Me - *NSYNC |
13 | Incomplete - Sisqo |
14 | Doesn't Really Matter - Janet Jackson |
15 | Music - Madonna |
16 | Come on over Baby (All I Want Is You) - Christina Aguilera |
17 | With Arms Wide Open - Creed |
18 | Independent Women - Pt. 1 |
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Mariah Carey’s infectious pop anthem “Loverboy” reigned supreme in 2001, topping the charts and selling over half a million copies, solidifying its position as the year’s best-selling single.”
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