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In 2006, Russell was originally nominated for a Tony Award for Best Original Score for her work on The Color Purple. While it ultimately didn’t win, the score and the Theater album are still heralded.

These one-hit wonders are some of the most memorable songs to come out of the 2000s, and they deserve props for their influence.

In an interview, country star Brad Paisley explained why he believes this Joe Walsh hit from 1978 is a perfect song.