2010

2010 was a breakthrough year for digital singles in Australia, with radio-friendly pop and hip-hop collaborations dominating the ARIA chart. Eminem's emotional comeback 'Love The Way You Lie' with Rihanna was the undisputed song of the year, while Katy Perry and Taio Cruz cemented the era's upbeat, hook-driven pop aesthetic. Local acts remained largely absent from the top tier as international streaming began to influence chart methodology.