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The Number One Hits Of 2006 |
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| December 31, 2005 – January 13, 2006 Mariah Carey Don’t Forget About Us Mariah Carey has received numerous awards, including 5 Grammy Awards, 19 World Music Awards, and 11 American Music Awards. Don’t Forget About Us was a bonus track on Mariah’s 10th studio album, “The Emancipation of Mimi”. |
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| January 14, 2006 – January 20, 2006 D4L Laffy Taffy D4L was an American hip-hop group formed in Atlanta, Georgia, consisting of Fabo, Mook-B, Stoney, and Shawty Lo. Laffy Taffy is known for its playful lyrics and infectious beat, contributing to its popularity as a ringtone. |
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| January 21, 2006 – February 3, 2006 Nelly featuring Paul Wall, Ali, and Gipp Grillz Paul Wall is a Houston-based rapper known for his contributions to the “chopped and screwed” subgenre, while Ali and Gipp are members of the St. Louis rap group St. Lunatics. Grillz is a song about the popular hip-hop fashion trend of wearing decorative dental grills. |
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| February 4, 2006 – March 10, 2006 Beyonce featuring Slim Thug Check on It Slim Thug, a Houston-based rapper, rose to fame with his debut album “Already Platinum” in 2005. Check on It is an uptempo, dance-pop song with a catchy hook and features a guest appearance by rapper Slim Thug. |
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| March 11, 2006 – March 17, 2006 James Blunt You’re Beautiful James Blunt is a British singer-songwriter and former British Army officer known for his emotional ballads. You’re Beautiful is a romantic ballad that gained widespread popularity for its heartfelt lyrics and memorable melody. |
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| March 18, 2006 – March 31, 2006 Ne-Yo So Sick Ne-Yo, born Shaffer Chimere Smith, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who has also dabbled in acting. So Sick is an R&B ballad about the pain of heartbreak and longing for an ex-lover. |
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| April 1, 2006 – April 7, 2006 Sean Paul Temperature Sean Paul, a Jamaican dancehall artist, has been credited with popularizing dancehall music worldwide. Temperature is an energetic dancehall track with a catchy beat that became a dance club favorite. |
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| April 8, 2006 – May 12, 2006 Daniel Powter Bad Day Daniel Powter, a Canadian singer-songwriter, is known for his emotive, piano-driven pop songs. Bad Day is an uplifting pop song about finding hope and resilience in the face of adversity. |
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| May 13, 2006 – June 2, 2006 Rihanna SOS Rihanna, born Robyn Rihanna Fenty, is a Barbadian singer, actress, and businesswoman who has sold over 250 million records worldwide. SOS samples Soft Cell’s Tainted Love and showcases Rihanna’s dance-pop sound. |
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| June 3, 2006 – June 16, 2006 Chamillionaire featuring Krayzie Bone Ridin’ Krayzie Bone is a member of the influential hip-hop group Bone Thugs-n-Harmony. Ridin’ is a hip-hop song about evading law enforcement, featuring Chamillionaire’s rapid-fire delivery and Krayzie Bone’s melodic flow. |
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| June 17, 2006 – June 30, 2006 Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean Hips Don’t Lie Wyclef Jean, a Haitian musician and former member of the Fugees, has released several successful solo albums. Hips Don’t Lie is a dance-pop song with Latin and reggae music elements, celebrating Shakira’s Colombian heritage. |
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| July 1, 2006 – July 7, 2006 Taylor Hicks Do I Make You Proud Taylor Hicks rose to fame as the winner of the fifth season of “American Idol” in 2006. Do I Make You Proud is an inspirational pop ballad released as Hicks’ debut single after his “American Idol” win. |
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| July 8, 2006 – August 18, 2006 Nelly Furtado featuring Timbaland Promiscuous Timbaland, an American record producer, and rapper, has worked with numerous high-profile artists, including Justin Timberlake, Missy Elliott, and Jay-Z. Promiscuous is a dance-pop track with a playful, flirtatious exchange between Furtado and Timbaland. |
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| August 19, 2006 – September 8, 2006 Fergie London Bridge Fergie, born Stacy Ann Ferguson, was a member of the pop group The Black Eyed Peas before launching her successful solo career. London Bridge is an energetic hip-hop and dance-pop track that showcases Fergie’s unique vocal style. |
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| September 9, 2006 – October 27, 2006 Justin Timberlake SexyBack Justin Timberlake, a former member of NSYNC, is an American singer-songwriter, actor, and record producer. SexyBack is an electro-funk track with a futuristic sound that helped redefine Timberlake’s image as a solo artist. |
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| October 28, 2006 – November 10, 2006 Ludacris featuring Pharrell Williams Money Maker Pharrell Williams, an American musician, record producer, and fashion designer, is also a member of The Neptunes production duo. Money Maker is a hip-hop track with a catchy hook, featuring Pharrell’s signature production style. |
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| November 11, 2006 – December 1, 2006 Justin Timberlake featuring T.I. My Love T.I., born Clifford Joseph Harris Jr., is an American rapper, actor, and record producer known for his contributions to Southern hip-hop. My Love is an R&B-infused pop track that features a guest verse from rapper T.I. |
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| December 2, 2006 – December 15, 2006 Akon featuring Snoop Dogg I Wanna Love You Snoop Dogg, born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., is an American rapper, actor, and entrepreneur known for his laid-back flow and West Coast hip-hop style. I Wanna Love You is a smooth hip-hop track with a catchy chorus, featuring a collaboration between Akon and Snoop Dogg. |
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| December 16, 2006 – February 23, 2007 Beyonce Irreplaceable Beyonce, an American singer, actress, and entrepreneur, rose to fame as the lead singer of Destiny’s Child before establishing a successful solo career. Irreplaceable is an R&B ballad with empowering lyrics about moving on from a failed relationship, showcasing Beyonce’s vocal range and emotional delivery. |
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The Biggest Pop Artists of 2006 include: (HPS music data is compiled from charts, including Billboard’s Pop, Rock, Airplay, R&B/Dance, and Singles Charts. The Hot 100 is the primary chart used for this list.) |
