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From Spice Girls to Nirvana Rediscovering the global soundtrack of the 90s

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Introduction to 90s musicians

The 90s were a golden era for music. With an explosion of new genres and styles, this decade became a time of musical innovation and diversity. Music lovers worldwide remember this decade with nostalgia when iconic hits topped the charts and created unforgettable memories.

The international music scene in the 90s

The 90s were characterized by an incredible diversity in music genres and artists from all over the world. From pop and rock to hip-hop and R&B, there was something for everyone. International artists such as the Spice Girls, Nirvana, Tupac, and the Backstreet Boys defined this period with their unique sound and style.

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Top 100 hits from the 90s

Here is a list of the most iconic and influential international hits of the 90s, spanning different genres:

  1. Spice Girls – Wannabe
  2. Nirvana – Smells Like Teen Spirit
  3. Tupac – California Love
  4. Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way
  5. Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You
  6. Madonna – Vogue
  7. Britney Spears – …Baby One More Time
  8. MC Hammer – U Can’t Touch This
  9. Celine Dion – My Heart Will Go On
  10. R.E.M. – Losing My Religion
  11. Mariah Carey – Fantasy
  12. Oasis – Wonderwall
  13. Dr. Dre – Nuthin’ but a ‘G’ Thang
  14. Alanis Morissette – You Oughta Know
  15. Shania Twain – Man! I Feel Like a Woman!
  16. Radiohead – Creep
  17. Destiny’s Child – Say My Name
  18. The Cranberries – Zombie
  19. Beastie Boys – Sabotage
  20. Pearl Jam – Alive
  21. Moby – Porcelain
  22. No Doubt – Don’t Speak
  23. House of Pain – Jump Around
  24. Green Day – Basket Case
  25. Lauryn Hill – Doo Wop (That Thing)
  26. Ace of Base – The Sign
  27. TLC – Waterfalls
  28. Coolio – Gangsta’s Paradise
  29. Spice Girls – Spice Up Your Life
  30. Red Hot Chili Peppers – Under the Bridge
  31. Blink-182 – What’s My Age Again?
  32. Salt-N-Pepa – Shoop
  33. Boyz II Men – End of the Road
  34. The Notorious B.I.G. – Juicy
  35. Savage Garden – Truly Madly Deeply
  36. Cypress Hill – Insane in the Brain
  37. Smash Mouth – All Star
  38. Hanson – MMMBop
  39. Goo Goo Dolls – Iris
  40. Jennifer Lopez – If You Had My Love
  41. Matchbox Twenty – Push
  42. Christina Aguilera – Genie in a Bottle
  43. Lenny Kravitz – Fly Away
  44. En Vogue – Don’t Let Go (Love)
  45. 4 Non Blondes – What’s Up?
  46. Seal – Kiss from a Rose
  47. Robbie Williams – Angels
  48. Sugar Ray – Fly
  49. Spice Girls – 2 Become 1
  50. Foo Fighters – Everlong
  51. Meredith Brooks – Bitch
  52. Sheryl Crow – If It Makes You Happy
  53. The Verve – Bitter Sweet Symphony
  54. Ricky Martin – Livin’ la Vida Loca
  55. Alanis Morissette – Ironic
  56. Blur – Song 2
  57. Faith Hill – This Kiss
  58. Shaggy – Boombastic
  59. Lou Bega – Mambo No. 5
  60. Natalie Imbruglia – Torn
  61. Robyn – Show Me Love
  62. Will Smith – Gettin’ Jiggy wit It
  63. The Fugees – Killing Me Softly
  64. Eagle-Eye Cherry – Save Tonight
  65. R.E.M. – Everybody Hurts
  66. Jennifer Paige – Crush
  67. The Offspring – Pretty Fly (For a White Guy)
  68. Spice Girls – Stop
  69. Sinead O’Connor – Nothing Compares 2 U
  70. Third Eye Blind – Semi-Charmed Life
  71. Mark Morrison – Return of the Mack
  72. Backstreet Boys – Everybody (Backstreet’s Back)
  73. Aqua – Barbie Girl
  74. Cher – Believe
  75. Limp Bizkit – Rollin’
  76. Britney Spears – Sometimes
  77. Destiny’s Child – Bills, Bills, Bills
  78. Garth Brooks – Friends in Low Places
  79. Sixpence None the Richer – Kiss Me
  80. Ricky Martin – She Bangs
  81. Santana feat. Rob Thomas – Smooth
  82. Smash Mouth – Walkin’ on the Sun
  83. Brandy & Monica – The Boy Is Mine
  84. LeAnn Rimes – How Do I Live
  85. The Cardigans – Lovefool
  86. Savage Garden – I Want You
  87. Len – Steal My Sunshine
  88. The Prodigy – Firestarter
  89. Spice Girls – Viva Forever
  90. Backstreet Boys – Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)
  91. Janet Jackson – Together Again
  92. Toni Braxton – Un-Break My Heart
  93. N*SYNC – Tearin’ Up My Heart
  94. Whitney Houston – My Love Is Your Love
  95. Michael Jackson – Black or White
  96. Madonna – Ray of Light
  97. Mariah Carey – Always Be My Baby
  98. Snoop Dogg – Gin and Juice
  99. Whitney Houston – I’m Every Woman
  100. Nirvana – Come as You Are

Behind the scenes

Behind every hit, there is a story. Did you know that Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" was written in just five minutes? Or that the Spice Girls' "Wannabe" was recorded during a late-night marathon recording session? These anecdotes provide a deeper understanding of the music and the artists who created it.

The legacy of 90s music

The music of the 90s has a lasting impact on today's pop culture and music industry. Many of the artists and songs we love today have their roots in this dynamic decade. From samples and covers to direct influences, the legacy of 90s music lives on.

Conclusion

90s music is more than just a collection of songs; it's a time capsule that captures the essence of an entire era. We encourage you to revisit your favorite '90s hits and share this list with friends and family who share your love of this unforgettable period of music.

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