All of my fondest childhood memories took place in the best decade: the 2000s. Being a kid in the 2000s meant singing along to "The Lizzie McGuire Movie" with my big cousins (hey now!), watching Disney Channel at its best, after school spent outside with friends and our cell phones were only meant for texting and calling. I think anyone who was lucky enough to have their childhood in the 2000s would agree that it was a hella cool decade to grow up in, and here are 20 reasons why!
1. "The Lizzie McGuire Movie"
A cinematic masterpiece. Was definitely snubbed at the 2004 Academy Awards.
2. The music!
The 2000s had the most awesome jams to sing and dance to! There was iconic music from Britney Spears, Usher, The Black Eyed Peas and Paramore.
3. And speaking of music, the first ever iPod was introduced
Apple advertised it as "1,000 songs in your pocket" in 2001. Some of those songs most likely included "Lady Marmalade," "U Got It Bad" and a personal favorite "Island In The Sun."
4. Disney Channel
Kids in the 2000s were blessed with shows such as "Kim Possible," "Even Stevens," "That's So Raven," and "The Proud Family" just to name a few.
5. Nickelodeon
Nick also had some awesome shows like "SpongeBob SquarePants," "The Amanda Show," "Drake and Josh," and "Jimmy Neutron."
6. This guy!
7. Gaucho pants
Almost every girl had a pair of black gauchos in her closet—they matched everything!
8. Myspace
There's a good chance your mom never let you have your own page, but you made one, anyway.
9. These kept you entertained
10. Reality TV
The 2000s gave us shows like "Survivor," "American Idol" (RIP), "The Bachelor," "Laguna Beach" and "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition."
11. Iconic moments in pop culture
From Britney shaving her head in 2007 to "Taylor, I'ma let you finish" at the 2009 VMAs, there were so many moments in pop culture that were certainly memorable.
12. Movies
Remember watching "Aquamarine" on repeat? Or learning every word to "Mean Girls?"
13. We met a fresh-faced Taylor Swift
The first song she gave us was "Teardrops On My Guitar," which was about her longing for a boy named Drew.
14. AOL
**~WhAt wAs uR sCrEeN nAmE?~**
15. The fashion
Frosted tips, Live Strong bracelets, puka shell necklaces, Bobby Jack, Limited Too, the list goes on.
16. "Ignition" (Remix) by R.Kelly
Now I'm not tryna be rude to any other hit of the 2000s but, this song deserves its own spot on this list because it's just that good!
17. Nintendo DS
Time and time again, I think about how my Nintendogs are doing.
18. Club Penguin
Everyone and their friends played CP together!
19. The JoBros
The Jonas Brothers were my life, as well as almost every other girl's. The truest of fans had all their merch. And saw them in concert. Multiple times.
20. Food
Wonderballs, fruit rollups, Goober, and Gripz. Delish!
