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Early 2000s Music Is Going Viral On TikTok – Here Are Some Of Our Faves

Scrolling through TikTok is like jumping in a time machine headed for 2000.

By Keelia Clarkson1 min read
mean girls Early 2000s Music Is Going Viral On TikTok – Here Are Some Of Our Faves

We all know that TikTok is pretty much ruled by Gen Z. Almost half of its users are ages 10 to 29. Millennials are considered the app’s older, out of touch crowd. And some of its biggest “celebrities” are 16-year-old girls.

One of the most interesting parts of Gen Z’s rule over TikTok is watching their obsession and love for all things early 2000s — the pre-teen and teenage days of most Millennials. From low-rise jeans (ick) making a comeback, to piecey bangs being back in the spotlight, to the countless 2000s movie outfit compilations floating around, it’s clear to see that Gen Z is determined to bring back the old days.

But the best part of their Y2K fixation? Getting to revisit some of the best, most iconic early 2000s bops, of course. Here are some of our favorite songs that are popular on TikTok right now, and are sure to make any Millennial feel oh so nostalgic.

Vanessa Carlton’s A Thousand Miles

Simple Plan’s I’m Just A Kid

Twista’s Hope

Justin Timberlake’s SexyBack

Myra’s Miracles Happen

Natasha Bedingfield’s Unwritten

Gwen Stefani’s Hollaback Girl

Britney Spears’ Toxic

Beyoncé’s Halo

The Killers’ Mr. Brightside

*NSYNC’s Bye Bye Bye

Destiny’s Child’s Say My Name

Avril Lavigne’s Girlfriend

Shakira’s Hips Don't Lie