Best Music of the Decade (2000-2009): Top 10 for Preteens and Young Teens

Ten years' worth of musical memories are everywhere you look on this best music for kids list. Our editors handpicked the best songs for preteens and young teens and standout CDs that kids will enjoy long after this decade is over.

Browse Best Music of the Decade (2000-2009): Top 10 for Preteens and Young Teens

  • Thankful Review
    Thankful
    Kelly Clarkson sings with authority and style.
    AGE
    11
     
    By Kelly Clarkson
  • Fearless Review
    Fearless
    Insightful country love songs have broad appeal.
    AGE
    12
     
    By Taylor Swift
  • I Am...Sasha Fierce Review
    I Am...Sasha Fierce
    Fierce vocals and killer hooks mix with retro messages.
    AGE
    12
     
    By Beyonce Knowles
  • Music from the O.C. Mix 2 Review
    Music from the O.C. Mix 2
    Unlike show, indie-rock songs are OK for tweens.
    AGE
    12
     
    By Various Artists
  • Circus Review
    Circus
    Pop princess sings mainly about -- surprise! -- sex.
    AGE
    13
     
    By Britney Spears
  • Good Girl Gone Bad Review
    Good Girl Gone Bad
    Hot hits are filled with sexy double entendres.
    AGE
    13
     
    By Rihanna
  • Now That's What I Call Music! 21 Review
    Now That's What I Call Music! 21
    Better than average for the series. Teens and up.
    AGE
    13
     
    By Various Artists
  • Twilight Soundtrack Review
    Twilight Soundtrack

    A deliciously dark taste of Twilight.

    AGE
    13
     
    By Various Artists
  • Justified Review
    Justified
    Solid R&B; check lyrics before sharing with kids.
    AGE
    14
     
    By Justin Timberlake
  • Stripped Review
    Stripped
    Great music, but confusing messages.
    AGE
    14
     
    By Christina Aguilera

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