In 1999, popular music was dominated by a mix of genres and sounds. From pop to rock to country, there was something for everyone to enjoy. Here are 20 of the greatest songs from that year.
Contents
- 1. “No Scrubs” by TLC
- 2. “My Name Is” by Eminem
- 3. “Genie In a Bottle” by Christina Aguilera
- 4. “Scar Tissue” by Red Hot Chili Peppers
- 5. “Every Morning” by Sugar Ray
- 6. “Say My Name” by Destiny’s Child
- 7. “Livin’ la Vida Loca” by Ricky Martin
- 8. “Larger Than Life” by Backstreet Boys
- 9. “Where My Girls At?” by 702
- 10. “I Try” by Macy Gray
- 11. “If You Had My Love” by Jennifer Lopez
- 12. “Still D.R.E.” by Dr. Dre
- 13. “I Want It That Way” by Backstreet Boys
- 14. “(You Drive Me) Crazy” by Britney Spears
- 15. “All Star” by Smash Mouth
- 16. “Bills, Bills, Bills” by Destiny’s Child
- 17. “Smooth” by Santana featuring Rob Thomas
- 18. “Higher” by Creed
- 19. “Unpretty” by TLC
- 20. “Maria Maria” by Santana and The Product G&B
- Conclusion
1. “No Scrubs” by TLC
“No Scrubs” by TLC is a song about refusing to associate with men who are broke and unemployed. The song was a huge hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100 charts. It won two Grammys for “Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals” and “Best R&B Song.”
2. “My Name Is” by Eminem
“My Name Is” is Eminem’s introduction to the world, launching his successful career. It became an instant hit and earned him a Grammy for “Best Rap Solo Performance.” The song’s catchy beat and clever rhymes made it stand out from other songs at the time.
3. “Genie In a Bottle” by Christina Aguilera
“Genie in a Bottle” was Christina Aguilera’s debut single, and it became an instant hit. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 for five weeks, making Aguilera one of the most popular singers of 1999. The song was nominated for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the Grammys.
4. “Scar Tissue” by Red Hot Chili Peppers
“Scar Tissue” is the first single from the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ 1999 album Californication. The song reached number one on the US Alternative Airplay chart and ninth on the US Billboard Hot 100. It won a Grammy for “Best Rock Song.”
5. “Every Morning” by Sugar Ray
“Every Morning” is a song by Sugar Ray about deception in a failing relationship with upbeat tunes. It was a huge hit, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This song became the band’s highest-charting single.
6. “Say My Name” by Destiny’s Child
“Say My Name” is a song by Destiny’s Child about a woman who suspects her significant other of cheating. The song was successful, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
It won two Grammy Awards for “Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals” and “Best R&B Song.”
7. “Livin’ la Vida Loca” by Ricky Martin
“Livin’ la Vida Loca” is a song by Ricky Martin about a woman seducing other men into her crazy world. The song was a huge hit, reaching number one for five weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was nominated at the Grammys for four different awards.
8. “Larger Than Life” by Backstreet Boys
“Larger Than Life” is a song by the Backstreet Boys about believing in yourself and having faith. The song reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Outside the US, it was a hit in many countries, reaching number three and 2x Platinum certification in Australia.
9. “Where My Girls At?” by 702
“Where My Girls At?” by 702 is a song about fighting for what’s yours and having your girls back you up. The song reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100 charts and number two on the UK’s Hip-Hop/R&B charts. The track got a gold certification in the US.
10. “I Try” by Macy Gray
“I Try” is a song by Macy Gray about a woman who is trying to move on from a failed relationship. The song was a huge hit, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
It won a Grammy Award for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance” and was nominated for “Record of the Year” and “Song of the Year.” The song’s soulful lyrics and Gray’s powerful vocals make it one of the most popular songs of the 1990s.
11. “If You Had My Love” by Jennifer Lopez
“If You Had My Love” is the debut single by Jennifer Lopez about the rules of commitment in a relationship. The song was a success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
It was nominated multiple times at the MTV VMAs and the Billboard Music Awards. Lopez’s powerful vocals and the song’s romantic lyrics helped jumpstart her new singing career.
12. “Still D.R.E.” by Dr. Dre
Dr. Dre’s song “Still D.R.E.” is about proving to everyone that he still has it; that he is still D.R.E. It peaked at number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100. Dre’s smooth lyrics and the song’s catchy beat make it one of the most popular rap songs of all time.
13. “I Want It That Way” by Backstreet Boys
“I Want It That Way” is a song by the Backstreet Boys about loving a girl and wanting to be with her, regardless of the circumstances. The song was successful, reaching number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
It received multi-platinum certifications from multiple countries. The song’s catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics helped it become one of the most popular songs of the 1990s and beyond.
14. “(You Drive Me) Crazy” by Britney Spears
“(You Drive Me) Crazy” is a song by Britney Spears about falling in love with a man. The song was a huge hit, peaking at number ten on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was featured in the 1999 romantic comedy film “Drive Me Crazy.”
15. “All Star” by Smash Mouth
“All Star” is a song by Smash Mouth about having the confidence to be an all-star and succeed. The song was a success, reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
It has been featured in several movies, television shows, and video games, making it one of the most iconic songs from 1999.
16. “Bills, Bills, Bills” by Destiny’s Child
“Bills, Bills, Bills” is a song by Destiny’s Child about dating someone who faked being rich. It was the first song by Destiny’s Child to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was nominated for two Grammy Awards.
17. “Smooth” by Santana featuring Rob Thomas
“Smooth” is a song by Santana featuring Rob Thomas about being madly in love with a woman. The track was successful by reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song won three Grammy Awards, making it one of the most iconic songs from 1999.
18. “Higher” by Creed
“Higher” is a song by Creed about the power of lucid dreaming and using it as an ethereal escape. The song was a hit, reaching number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It has been certified gold in the US and has become Creed’s breakthrough song.
19. “Unpretty” by TLC
“Unpretty” is a song by TLC about beauty standards and self-acceptance. The song was successful, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was nominated for two Grammy Awards and has become one of the most iconic songs from 1999.
20. “Maria Maria” by Santana and The Product G&B
“Maria Maria” is a song by Santana and The Product G&B about finding love from a simple woman. It was a huge success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earning platinum certification in several countries.
With its iconic Latin-inspired beat and catchy melody, it was sampled by DJ Khaled and Rihanna’s “Wild Thoughts,” further elaborating its impact on music.
Conclusion
1999 was a great year for music. The songs we’ve listed are some of the most iconic and popular from that year. These songs have withstood the test of time, remaining just as popular now as they were then.
Whether you’re a fan of rap, pop, or rock, there’s something for everyone on this list.
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