Prom is one of the most significant events from the years in high school. The music played at prom may stick with you for a lifetime. This is a list of 10 of the hottest songs for making those memories in 2006.
1. Sean Paul - Temperature
Courtesy Atlantic
This is the hot dance-pop track of the moment. No Jamaican dance hall artist is more popular than Sean Paul. "Temperature" is guaranteed to get the crowd moving.
2. Rascal Flatts - What Hurts the Most
Courtesy Lyric Street
Every prom playlist can use a weepy slow dance, and Rascal Flatts' new hit is the best bet for 2006. This song is a great one for pop and country fans alike.
3. Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
Courtesy Epic
Everyone will be shaking their hips to Shakira's hot hit. If you're looking for a friendly dance competition as part of prom, this is your song.
4. Edwin McCain - I'll Be
Courtesy Lava
Edwin McCain's big pop breakthrough from the late 90's was made for slow dancing. That gentle sway and ultra-romantic lyrics are perfect for a prom.
5. Howie Day - Collide
Courtesy Sony
"Out of the doubt that fills your mind / You finally find / You and I collide." Those couples who thought they would never get together find their story told in Howie Day's recent top 10 pop hit. It's a midtempo tune guaranteed to get everyone singing along.
6. Green Day - Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)
Courtesy Reprise
If you thought that Green Day would not work at a prom, then you need to listen again to this classic from the band. The lyrics are perfect for a life moment like prom.
7. Eric Clapton - Wonderful Tonight
Courtesy RSO
Every prom can use some classic oldies, and there are no better slow dance classics than Eric Clapton's praise-filled story of an evening out.
8. Rihanna - Pon de Replay
Courtesy Def Jam
Rihanna's breakthrough pop smash hit the charts just a little too late for last year's prom, but it is sure to fill the floor this year.
9. Usher - Yeah!
Courtesy Arista
It has been around for a while now, but few are too tired of Usher's instant classic yet. This is the best song for individual dancers to strut their stuff in front of the crowd.
10. Mr. C - The Cha Cha Slide
Courtesy DJ Casper
It isn't necessary big around the entire country, but if you are at a prom in the Midwest, Mr. C is a must.
