It might be hard to believe, but some of the biggest pop moments from the past decade are already hitting that nostalgic milestone. Remember when Zayn Malik shocked fans by leaving One Direction, or when Taylor Swift pulled out a star-studded Hollywood cast? These scenes are the least of it, and now ten years down they will leave you feeling warm with all the nostalgia rushing back.

Time flies, but these unmissable pop moments will still strike you with that wave of nostalgia. Filled with jaw-dropping exits, unexpected showdowns, and more, they will have you thinking about just how much things have really changed in the pop scene. 

Katy Perry gave the world a halftime show performance during Super Bowl XLIX which stands as one to remember in history. The whole performance was a feast for your senses. She opened with her famous song 'Roar', riding out on a 14-foot-tall mechanical lion. If this came as an exciting shock, wait for it, because she then transitioned into 'Dark Horse', as the stage became a lively chessboard with acrobats and elaborate visual effects. Then she joined Lenny Kravitz for a smoldering version of 'I Kissed a Girl', with flames and frenetic choreography.

The grand finale saw Perry flying above the stadium on a shooting star prop as she sang 'Firework' accompanied by fireworks lighting up the night sky. This show was not only a significant musical moment but also a great show of showmanship which is forever etched in the record books for Super Bowl halftime shows.

Fans Have a Special Demand for Netflix as the Streaming Giant Brings Back an Iconic One Direction Moment to Life

In one of the saddest moments for fans around the world, comes the time when Zayn Malik announced his exit from One Direction. This shocking decision left fans screaming, crying, and shouting as the Boyband became increasingly popular around the globe, after producing multiple top hits. This decision left Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Liam Payne, and Louis Tomlinson to carry on as a foursome but the leaving of Zayn Malik from One Direction definitely left a gaping hole that marked the end of an era for the band whom the world had grown to love deeply. 

Taylor Swift's 'Bad Blood' instantly caught the attention of the world, not only for its banger of music but also because of the music video which featured an all-star cast of Hollywood. The video featured Taylor Swift as the head of a gang of fierce characters each of who were all popular Hollywood stars, including Selena Gomez, Zendaya, and Gigi Hadid. These features and the action sequences of the video leave it as one of the most iconic music video art to date. 

The 2015 MTV Video Music Awards had turned into an arena for a surprising battle between pop stars Miley Cyrus and Nicki Minaj that made headlines everywhere. To jog your memory a little, it started a few days before when Cyrus had taken to social media to comment on Minaj's public criticism of the VMAs for not awarding 'Anaconda' any nominations, saying she was being rude. This was followed by Minaj responding to Cyrus after bagging the Best Hip-Hop Video for 'Anaconda', and again an exchange from Cyrus making it the talk of social media. 

Pop star, Ariana Grande became quite an overnight media sensation with this video that went viral. While visiting Wolfee Donuts in Lake Elsinore, California, surveillance footage captured Grande and her then-boyfriend Ricky Alvarez playing around, licking the fresh donuts on display. Grande was heard saying, "I hate Americans. I hate America," while playing with the donuts, which became the highlight of social media as people reacted quickly in opposition. This whole drama ended with Grande publicly apologizing by giving the media the context of what she was happening to settle things. 

'Hotline Bling', a hit song that Drake released in 2015, was all over the internet soon enough. Released as the lead single from his 'Views' album this song had all the ingredients of pop and R&B flavors, and its catchy lyrics that got everyone grooving. With all this and more this two-time Grammy-winning song still stands as one of Drake's best songs. 

When Justin Bieber released 'Purpose', it not only changed his musical life but left a mark so deep that it still lingers in the air. The album featured some of his top hits like 'What Do You Mean?', 'Sorry', and 'Love Yourself' became global sensations, bringing love, praise, and more popularity to Bieber. 'Purpose' became a defining moment for Bieber, highlighting his status as a leading pop figure in music. 

Remember back in 2015 when Adele returned in full force with her third album, '25', and captured the hearts of listeners all over the world? Her lead single ‘Hello’ showing off her soulful voice and emotional depth topped charts around the world, and became a fan favorite quicker than ever, pushing her to the top. Adele's comeback here left a very unforgettable mark on pop culture, with a song and album that remain classic favorites of many to date. 

From clubs to car radios, ‘Lean On’ was a song that was everywhere at one point in time. This banger by Major Lazer and DJ Snake with Danish singer MØ became a one-hit wonder worldwide. It became something of a summer anthem as it continuously topped countries' charts and grabbed hearts with its catchy beat stunning visuals and dance numbers in its music video. 

'Love Me Like You Do' has not only gained a huge number of views on YouTube, but it went down in history as one of the most popular songs, and music videos of all time. It becoming the anthem for Fifty Shades of Grey, only added to its popularity, taking fans by storm. Goulding's beautiful performance in the video, which included scenes from the movie, made it a standout statement piece to remember. 

As one reminisces over these pop culture moments, you might go back in time and find yourself remembering how time passed quickly and molded the decade. All these stories and so many others also tell your journey through the decade, with these moments that made you laugh, and gasp, and as you look back at them, you may even find yourself cringing at some of the memories. 

From "keep it” to "need", Fans Are Split Over Drake’s Upcoming Album With PARTYNEXTDOOR

Which of these iconic moments left the biggest mark on you? Or did we miss your favorite? Let us know in the comments!