[Western Music] A roundup of male singers who were active in the ’90s
When it comes to the Western music scene of the ’90s, genres like grunge, country pop, R&B, and hip-hop were all fiercely competing with one another.
The artists who thrived in each of these scenes are still remembered as legends today and have influenced many of the artists active now.
In this article, we’ll focus on male singers among the overseas artists who were prominent in the ’90s and introduce our recommended picks.
Take this opportunity to explore the voices of many singers and find your new favorite artist.
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[Western Music] A Roundup of Male Singers Active in the ’90s (61–70)
Don’t SpeakNo Doubt
This song, which portrays the pain of a relationship’s end, is known as one of the defining international hits of the 1990s.
Featured on No Doubt’s 1995 album Tragic Kingdom, the track captured many listeners’ hearts with Gwen Stefani’s stirring vocals and relatable lyrics.
When it was released as a single in April 1996, it became the most-played song on American radio and achieved high positions on various charts.
It was also a major international hit, reaching number one in many countries, including the United Kingdom and Australia.
Quiet yet powerful in its expression of heartbreak, the song continues to be beloved as an anthem that speaks for those who have gone through similar experiences.
Hole new worldPeabo Bryson & Regina Belle
The song used in Disney’s 1992 film Aladdin became a hit alongside the movie.
It was extremely popular in Japan as well, spending a total of 13 weeks at number one on the Oricon Western music singles chart.
The song also won an Academy Award, making it one of Disney’s most iconic and acclaimed pieces.
Se a vida ePet Shop Boys
This is a single released from the Pet Shop Boys’ 1996 album Bilingual by the British electro-pop duo.
When it comes to the Pet Shop Boys in the ’90s, Go West and New York City Boy might be more famous, but this track is recommended as well.
She’s Got That VibeR. Kelly & Public Announcement
R.
Kelly made his solo debut in 1992 with the album “Born Into The 90’s.” He released the lead single “She’s Got That Vibe,” which reached No.
7 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and No.
3 on the UK Singles Chart, and from then on he became a hitmaker who continued to release hit songs.
Livin’ La Vida LocaRicky Martin
Released in 1999, this song took the world by storm and catapulted Ricky Martin’s career into overdrive.
Its passionate blend of Latin pop and dance-pop delivers an irresistible rhythm that makes listeners want to move.
The lyrics’ portrayal of an encounter with a free-spirited woman awakens the spirit of adventure within us.
Issued as the lead single from his self-titled album “Ricky Martin,” which also marked his English-language debut in the U.
S.
, the track spent five consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Its compelling sound helped propel Latin music into the mainstream.
Scatman (ski-ba-bop-ba-dop-bop)Scatman John
A track released as a single in 1994 by American Eurodance artist Scatman John.
It became a worldwide hit, reaching No.
1 on the charts in Canada and several European countries, and was certified Platinum in France and Germany.
I love your smileShanice
It’s the 1991 hit by American R&B singer Shanice.
Released as a single from her second album, Inner Child, this signature song made her widely known.
It’s also very popular in Japan as a song often played at weddings, and I think it’s one that almost everyone has heard at least once.