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Robbie's 'Rudebox', Nelly Furtado's 'Promiscuous' and the Return of Scissor Sisters (3 - 9 September 2006)

Robbie's 'Rudebox', Nelly Furtado's 'Promiscuous' and the Return of Scissor Sisters (3 - 9 September 2006)

Author: Samuel Spencer September 9, 2026 Duration: 1:05:31
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Few pieces of pop music have dented a career quite like Robbie Williams’ Rudebox, so I’m so glad to finally be able to talk about this weird electro-rap song about how TK Maxx costs less and how you don’t sweat much for a fat lass. Once called the worst song ever, is it (whisper it) actually a brilliant piece of 2000s pop? We find out on the latest episode of the music history podcast where every week we relive the singles chart from this week 20 years ago.

Elsewhere on the pop music charts this week in 2006: Nelly Furtado’s US number one finally gets its UK release - which Nelly seems intent to destroy the memory of with her weird new version. Plus the Scissor Sisters are back with Elton John in tow and their biggest track yet, I Don’t Feel like Dancin’.Also on this week’s edition of The 2000s Chart Show:

* Muse spell out ‘TITS’ in Morse Code

* Sandi Thom has a meltdown

* We discover the real person that inspired Chelsea Dagger by The Fratellis

All that plus the following 2006 tracks:Arctic Monkeys - Leave Before the Lights Come On

Basement Jaxx - Hush Boy

Beyoncé feat. Jay-Z - Deja Vu

Bob Sinclar feat. Steve Edwards - World Hold On (Children of the Sky)

Cascada - Everytime We Touch

Cassie - Me & U

Chamillionaire feat. Krayzie Bone - Ridin’

Christina Aguilera - Ain’t No Other Man

David Guetta vs The Egg - Love Don’t Let Me Go (Walking Away)

The Feeling - Never Be Lonely

The Fratellis - Chelsea Dagger

Gnarls Barkley - Smiley Faces

James Morrison - You Give Me Something

Justin Timberlake - SexyBack

Kasabian - Empire

Keane - Crystal Ball

The Kooks - She Moves in Her Own Way

Lazy-B - Underwear Goes Inside the Pants

Lily Allen - Smile

Little Man Tate - House Party at Boothy’s

Matt Willis - Hey Kid

Micky Modelle v Jessy - Dancing in the Dark

Muse - Starlight

Nelly Furtado feat. Timbaland - Promiscuous

Paris Hilton - Stars Are Blind

Paolo Nutini - Last Request

Pink - U & Ur Hand

Pink - Who Knew

Razorlight - In the Morning

Rihanna - Unfaithful

Robbie Williams - Rudebox

Rogue Traders - Voodoo Child

Ronan Keating - Iris

Sandi Thom - I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker (With Flowers in My Hair)

Sandi Thom - What If I’m Right

Scissor Sisters - I Don’t Feel Like Dancin’

Shakira feat. Wyclef Jean - Hips Don’t Lie

Snow Patrol - Chasing Cars

Stacie Orrico - I’m Not Missing You

Supermode - Tell Me Why



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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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