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Whether you've watched ESPN Sportscenter 'My Wish' or checked out Disney/Pixar's flick 'Cars,' chances are you've heard some Rascal Flatts songs. In their 10-year reign, the trio have released 25 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts -- 10 of them reaching No. 1 and some even charting on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart and the Billboard Hot 100. They've also had an album certified five-times Multi-Platinum, and had all (but one) of their albums reach No. 1 on Top Country Albums chart. While this band may be labeled as country pop, it's clear they've become a mainstream phenomenon. Here are AOL radio listeners' Top 10 Rascal Flatts Songs.

10) 'Take Me There'

The first single from their album 'Still Feels Good,' 'Take Me There' became their eighth No. 1 hit on the Hot Country Songs Chart in 2007.

No matter what your mood, these hard rock songs will get your heart racing. With the perfect equation of heavy bass, wailing guitars and bad ass frontmen, these hits not only please the most dedicated rock fans but also hit the top of charts. From AC/DC to Disturbed, these bands and their greatest hits take no prisoners and prove that hard rock has staying power. Here are the Top 10 Hard Rock songs as chosen by AOL Radio listeners.

10) AC/DC: 'Highway to Hell'

One of the most well-known hard rock songs, 'Highway to Hell' was inspired by AC/DC's grueling tour schedule and written collectively by all the members of the band.

From pop-crossover 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' to the controversial b-side 'Rape Me,' Nirvana songs spanned from hardcore to mainstream as a brewing grunge scene quickly moved its way to the top of the Billboard charts. Guitarist Kurt Cobain, bassist Krist Novoselic and longest-standing drummer Dave Grohl fused an innovative look, sound and controversy like nothing the music scene had every experienced, let alone anticipated. Here are the Top 10 Nirvana songs, loved and rated by AOL Radio Listeners.

10) 'In Bloom'

The song's lyrics address people outside Nirvana's underground music community, who did not understand the band's message: "He's the one / Who likes all our pretty songs / And he likes to sing along / And he likes to shoot his gun / But he knows not what it means." Despite the song's message, this Nirvana song was well-liked by the music community, peaking at No. 5 on the U.S. Billboard Chart.

Taylor Swift songs have been climbing the charts ever since the then 16-year-old released her self-titled debut album, topping both country and pop charts. The singer/songwriter is adored by everyone from teens to adults across the globe, even winning the hearts of 'New York Times' critics, who describe Swift as "one of pop's finest songwriters, country's foremost pragmatist and more in touch with her inner life than most adults." Here are the 10 Best Taylor Swift songs as chosen by AOL Radio listeners, including everything from her first hit single 'Tim McGraw' to a song that's still climbing the charts, 'You Belong With Me.' She might have let herself get infamously interrupted by Kanye West at the 2009 MTV Music Video Awards, but true fans know that this won't be the last we'll hear from this young dynamo.

10) 'Should've Said No'

Written at 16 years old, 'Should've Said No' is a suggestion to an ex-boyfriend of Taylor's who cheated on her. She claims the lyrics from the song come pretty much exactly from the confrontation she had with her then-boyfriend.

Need a song to impress your girl? Plenty of songwriters throughout history have been writing odes to the special ladies in their lives, making the women swoon over the soul tunes and doo-wop lyrics. Here are AOL Radio listeners' Top 10 Girl songs -- a call out to the classic '50s and '60s days of the Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Four Seasons and more -- featuring every gal, from the 'Brown Eyed Girl' to the 'Surfer Girl.'

10) Eddie Holman - 'Hey There Lonely Girl'

Did you know? Based on the original version by Ruby and the Romantics entitled 'Hey There Lonely Boy,' Holman's slightly altered cover went on to become one of the most popular smooth soul hits of 1970.

Over the years, kids 'Christmas songs have been covered by artists such as The Muppets and The Chipmunks, revitalizing them for a new generation. While all Christmas songs are kid-friendly, some can show their age. It's a good thing many classic Christmas tunes have been updated into 'new classics' specially made for children. According to AOL Radio listeners with a yuletide spirit, here are the 10 Best Kid's Christmas songs -- both old and new.

10) Sesame Street: 'Jingle Bell Rock'

Written originally by admen Joe Beal and Jim Boothe, 'Jingle Bell Rock' has been played on rotation every year during Christmas time since its release in 1957 by Bobby Helms. This kids version is sung by puppeteer, Kevin Clash, who is the voice actor for not only Elmo but other Sesame Street puppets: Baby Sinclair, Clifford, Splinter and Hoots the Owl.

Whether you were still wearing legwarmers or rocking some grungy plaid, the 90s was a clashing of genres, producing chart-toppers that ranged from Roxette to Backstreet Boys. If you're looking for the best sing-a-long playlist for you and your Gen X friends, this is the perfect solution. If not, you can still enjoy the sacchrine melodies and steady basslines in these Top '90s Pop Songs -- the highest rated by AOL Radio listeners. Let us know in the comments what your 10 favorite pop songs were from the '90s!

10) Roxette: 'It Must Have Been Love'

Did you know? Originally titled 'Christmas for the Broken Hearted,' this '90s song is performed by Swedish pop duo Roxette. It was featured in the film 'Pretty Woman' and went gold in quite a few countries, including Sweden!