These are the hottest 10 pop songs of the week as determined by About Top 40. This chart is compiled consulting data from various music industry charts and sources. It is intended to indicate the hottest rising hits. Recordings that have reached the top 10 of the Billboard Pop 100 chart are disqualified from this chart.
1. Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
Shakira is planning a world tour for the second half of 2006 that will begin in Spain in June.
2. All-American Rejects - Move Along
All-American Rejects are guests tonight April 4, 2006 on the Tonight Show with Jay Leon.
3. Ne-Yo - When You're Mad
Look for Ne-Yo this summer on tour as part of a package of artists that includes Chris Brown, Juelz Santana, and many more.
4. Bubba Sparxxx - Ms. New Booty
Look for Bubba Sparxxx new album The Charm featuring "Ms. New Booty" in stores today.
5. The Fray - Over My Head (Cable Car)
This is the first major hit single for a group whose music is frequently featured on TV series. Among the shows that have included the work of the Fray are Grey's Anatomy, ER, and Bones.
6. Bow Wow featuring J-Kwon and Jermaine Dupri - Fresh Azimiz
Bow Wow's album Wanted spawned the major hit single "Like You" featuring an assist from girlfriend Ciara last fall. Now, almost 6 months later, a second pop hit single from the album has emerged with assists from J-Kwon and Jermaine Dupri.
7. Nickelback - Savin' Me
Nickelback went home from last weekend's Juno Awards with 2 trophies for Best Group and Best Rock Album (All the Right Reasons).
8. Daddy Yankee - Rompe
Daddy Yankee is the leader in nominations for the upcoming Billboard Latin Music Awards with 10. The event will be broadcast by Telemundo on April 27, 2006.
9. Nick Lachey - What's Left of Me
Even without ex-wife Jessica Simpson, Nick Lachey is drawing attention to his romantic life. The latest rumors have him linked romantically with MTV host Vanessa Minnillo.
10. Rihanna - SOS
Rihanna's quick climb to the upper ranks of pop stars is aided by her willingness to appear at a wide range of events beyond standard concerts. An example will be her appearance to sing the national anthem at the home opener for the new major league soccer New York Red Bulls this Saturday, April 8, 2006
