[Western Music] Summer songs that were hits in the ’90s: Recommended classics and popular tracks
The 1990s were a time when alternative rock upended the dominance of the hit charts that had lasted through the ’80s, indie artists brimming with talent thrived without relying on major labels, and one young talent after another emerged in hip-hop and R&B.
Of course, the mainstream pop scene also produced countless big hits.
Among the countless hit songs and classics born from these diverse scenes, this time we’re picking out “summer songs” perfect for the season.
From definitive anthems that sing directly about summer to killer tunes made for hot days, we’re bringing you a richly varied lineup!
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[Western Music] Summer songs that were hits in the ’90s: Recommended classics and popular tracks (51–60)
Give Me One ReasonTracy Chapman
A simple blues love song written in the 1980s by American singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman and released in 1996.
It is included on the album New Beginning.
The album reached No.
4 on the Billboard album chart, and the single of this song was certified platinum.
Give Me One ReasonTracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman is a female singer-songwriter who performs songs with powerful messages in an acoustic guitar-and-vocals style.
As an African American, she has been involved in many social movements.
One of her signature songs is Give Me One Reason; included on her 1995 album New Beginning, it became the biggest hit of her career.
(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With YouUB40
Originally a song recorded by Elvis Presley in 1961.
This version by UB40 was released in 1993 and became their biggest hit, spending seven weeks at No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts.
The track was used in the film “Sliver,” starring Sharon Stone and William Baldwin.
Run-AroundBlues Traveler
Blues Traveler is a band that gained popularity in the 1990s with a distinctive rock sound rooted in blues and folk rock.
Their harmonica-driven style, which felt like a return to the good old days of music, was refreshingly new at the time.
This song became their biggest hit, and in 1996 it earned the band their first Grammy Award.
[Western Music] Summer songs that were hits in the 90s: Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks (61–70)
Rockafeller SkankFatboy Slim
One of Fatboy Slim’s biggest hits, released in 1998.
It’s such a famous track that many of you have probably heard it before.
Unlike typical techno music, this piece features dramatic changes in tempo and mood throughout, making it highly dynamic.
It was released as the lead single from his second album, “You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby.” The song peaked at No.
6 on the UK Singles Chart and earned a Platinum certification.
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All StarAll Star Smash Mouth
“All Star” is a hit single from Smash Mouth’s 1999 album Astro Lounge.
Seamlessly blending rap and rock elements, the track became one of the band’s signature songs.
Its music video, packed with comedic, short-film-style gags, is another highlight and continues to be played around the world.
Til I Hear It From YouGin Blossoms
In the early 1990s, when grunge and alternative rock sounds were popular, Gin Blossoms gained popularity with their uniquely refreshing rock.
Their song “Til I Hear It From You” was produced as the theme song for the 1995 comedy film Empire Records.
It’s a track with a catchy, pop-leaning melody that sticks with you.