Craig David, Akon and Goldfrapp feat. the War of the Chavs (20 Aug 2005)

Craig David, Akon and Goldfrapp feat. the War of the Chavs (20 Aug 2005)

Author: Samuel Spencer August 20, 2025 Duration: 1:02:41

Which folk musicians became the first act to walk out of Top of the Pops? Which electronic music icons got accused of copying Rachel Stevens? Which R&B star might have been smuggling anti-war messages into their songs this whole time? And which flop pop star got called a "sad ass stripper" by her rap rival?

Find out the answer to all these questions and more in the latest episode of The 2000s Chart Show, your favourite podcast that every week counts down the 40 biggest-selling songs of this week 20 years ago. This week, that means discussion of these incredibly nostalgic moments in 2000s pop music:

Audio Bullys feat. Nancy Sinatra - Shot You Down

Akon - Belly Dancer (Bananza)

Axwell - Feel the Vibe (Til the Morning Comes)

Black Eyed Peas - Don’t Phunk with My Heart

Bodyrockers - I Like the Way

Charlotte Church - Crazy Chick

Ciara feat Ludacris - Oh

Craig David - All the Way

Crazy Frog - Axel F

Daddy Yankee - Gasolina

Dancing DJs v Roxette - Fading Like a Flower

Daniel Powter - Bad Day

Eminem - Ass Like That

Frankie J - Obsession (No Es Amor)

The Game - Dreams

Goldfrapp - Ooh La La

Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc.

Green Day - Wake Me Up When September Ends

Inaya Day - Nasty Girl

James Blunt - You’re Beautiful

Kaiser Chiefs - I Predict a Riot

Kanye West - Diamonds From Sierra Leone

Kelly Clarkson - Since U Been Gone

Lady Sovereign - 9 to 5

Lee Ryan - Army of Lovers

Lemar - Don’t Give It Up

Longview - Further

The Magic Numbers - Love Me Like You

Mariah Carey - We Belong Together

Martin Solveig - Everybody

Mattafix - Big City Life

Missy Elliott - Lose Control

MVP - Roc Ya Body (Mic Check 1 2)

Natalie Imbruglia - Counting Down the Days

Nine Black Alps - Unsatisfied

Roll Deep - The Avenue

Supergrass - St Petersburg

Texas - Getaway

2Pac feat Elton John - Ghetto Gospel

Uniting Nations - You and Me

If you still want more 00s pop music fun, follow The 2000s Chart Show over at The App Formerly known as Twitter, TikTok and Instagram, and email us at the2000schartshow@gmail.com with your pop music memories.



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Samuel Spencer hosts The 2000s Chart Show, a weekly dive into the sonic landscape of a defining decade. This isn't just a nostalgia trip; it's a detailed, often witty archaeological dig through the UK Top 40, chart by chart. Each episode focuses on a specific week's hits, unpacking the stories behind the songs, the artists who made them, and the cultural moment they soundtracked. You'll hear the undeniable anthems alongside the curious novelties and forgotten gems, all framed with a blend of genuine affection and sharp critical commentary. The podcast treats pop music with the seriousness it deserves as a historical record, examining production trends, lyrical themes, and the sheer randomness of what captured the public's ear. It’s for anyone who lived through the era or is simply fascinated by its musical legacy, offering a structured, engaging way to revisit the sounds that shaped the 2000s. Expect a mix of analysis, personal recollection, and a clear-eyed look at what made these charts so compelling, for better or worse. Tune in to relive the highs, the lows, and everything in between, one chart position at a time.
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