Best Songs of 2009: #1-10

And we've finally reached the end. Chances are some of these were predictable, but there were probably a few that caught readers by surprise. Regardless, to us, these are the top 10 songs of 2009. Enjoy them all below, and be sure to check out all of the top tracks, albums and other end-of-year coverage we're putting up all month.

10. "1901" -- Phoenix (via Pitchfork)

9. "Lust For Life" -- Girls

8. "Beach Demon" -- Wavves

7. "I Want You To Know" -- Dinosaur Jr. (via Pitchfork)

6. "Empire State of Mind (Feat. Alicia Keys)" -- Jay-Z

5. "Little Secrets" -- Passion Pit

4. "My Girls" -- Animal Collective

3. "Day 'n' Nite" -- Kid Cudi

2. "Two Weeks" -- Grizzly Bear

1. "Best I Ever Had" -- Drake

[Previously on Animal Noises: Best Songs of 2009: #11-20]

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