Top 20 90s Songs You Forgot Were Awesome

[Music] welcome to watch mojo and today we're counting down our picks for the top 20 90s songs you forgot were awesome [Music] for this list we're looking at the best tracks from the 1990s that you may no longer remember but that are worth revisiting what's your favorite forgotten 90 song let us know in the comments if you like what you're hearing be sure to check out the full song at the link below [Music] number 20 far behind candle box there are multiple songs dedicated to the late influential grunge musician andrew wood including wood by alison chains and this song from candle box [Music] far behind is moody from the start with its somber guitar melody and aching vocals from kevin martin we get a release through the intense chorus where martin sounds every type of upset over what happened [Music] while he doesn't address wood by name it's evident that his loss has affected him in a major way far behind performed well on the billboard charts and it's easy to see why the best grunge songs find heart inside the angst and far behind is at the front of the pack [Applause] number 19. a girl like you edwin collins do you have a weakness for scottish musicians if so you probably fell head over heels for edwin collins when the song came out [Music] [Applause] the alt rock track made a mark thanks to the intoxicating guitar playing its addictive melodies and colin's seductive voice that's a winning mix if we've ever heard one we also can't forget the great music video and all of its dancing skeletons [Music] a girl like you was a top 10 chart success in multiple places and even hit number one in iceland and flanders we had never heard a song like this before and thanks to cullen's unique style we're not sure if we ever will again [Music] number 18 you get what you give new radicals we could always benefit from a song like this one you get what you give is an endlessly peppy 90s classic about how we need to keep going even when the world is against us [Music] with its jaunty melodies and greg alexander's echoing vocals new radicals offered a new hope as well as a few jabs at powerful figures [Music] while this could have been the perfect way to kick off a long and fruitful career the band broke up the following year luckily 2021 saw them come together to perform the track in honor of president joe biden's inauguration we still have the dreamer's disease and we're not worried about a cure [Music] number 17 do you know what it takes robin music fans know that sweden is spoiled for pop talent with robin being one of the country's biggest icons [Music] the singer made a huge splash when she was just a teenager with the release of her single do you know what it takes bringing r b and dance pop vibes together robin proved sweden could groove just as well as anyone else [Music] as she sings to someone she's considering a relationship with she asserts her need to be treated right and her voice fits beautifully over the song's funky production with this work robin showed she knows what it takes to create something great [Music] number 16 laid james many hit 90 songs referenced intimacy in one way or another but few were as explicit as this one from manchester band james a key word from the track's opening lines was actually changed for one version of the video but the message is still pretty obvious the number sounds like something that could have made a splash in just about any decade that is thanks in large part to tim booth's passionate vocals in the shimmering guitar chords though it was released in 1993 the song later gained a new life thanks to the american pie films we have to say a movie based directly on the lyrics today would definitely be interesting [Music] 15 all my life casey and jojo heartfelt ballads will always be in style and brothers casey and jojo provided us with an all-time classic fit for the late 90s [Music] all my life is r b at its most gorgeous with beautiful vocal melodies a powerful instrumental arrangement and touching lyrics about love [Music] there's not an ounce of cynicism to be found in this song only affection and appreciation it even made billboards hot 100 singles of the 90s list showing that a positive message can lead to a massive hit we could listen to this song all our lives and never get tired of it yes i pray that you do number 14 missing todd terry remix everything but the girl maybe you've heard the original version of this song [Music] which was released by english indie duo everything but the girl in 1994 but chances are you're more familiar with house dj todd terry's remix [Music] terry's booming beats are an unexpected but great accompaniment to tracy thorne and ben watt's heartbroken lyrics if there was ever a song that could make you dance and cry it's this one according to thorn the track was always meant to be a dancy one with this remix terry brought the party out without betraying the number's inherent emotion if you've missed this song like the deserts miss the rain now's the perfect time to revisit it [Music] number 13 unity queen latifah queen latifah has had such a remarkable career doing everything from acting to talk show hosting flawlessly so it's easy to forget that she was first known as a rapper and hip-hop artist don't be getting mad when we playing it's cool but don't you be calling me out my name i bring crap to those who disrespect me like a dane but if you ever need a reminder of what a force she is on the mic listen to unity not only does this song showcase latifah's amazing rapping and lyrical skills but it also has a very powerful message [Music] addressing the misogyny that had become prevalent in the genre the star stands up for herself and others like her the sentiment is as relevant now as it was then and the track is just as impactful [Music] number 12 inside out eve six we had heard of a broken heart but this was our first time hearing about a blended heart i would swallow my pride i would drop on the lines but the lack thereof would lead me empty this hit from alt rockers eve six is about agony both painful and poetic as front man max colin sings over the blasts of guitar he paints a vivid picture that has the depth to resonate with any faith in listener inside out was the first single off of the band's self-titled debut and they were still rather young at the time there's definitely plenty of angst in this song as a result but it never gets old beyond that cullen's skills as a songwriter have made it a 90s rock classic number 11. possum kingdom toadies if you're looking for a whimsical song about a land populated by possums keep looking because you're not gonna find that here make up your mind decide to walk with me this song from the texas alt-rockers toadies is about possum kingdom lake located close to fort worth toady's front man vaden todd lewis reportedly made up a legend about a killer who stalked the region and the track's spooky lyrics helped give possum kingdom a new legacy [Music] while this subject matter might be a tough sell for a popular song the toadies managed to balance both catchiness and creepiness just maybe don't listen to it on any late night walks for your own sake number 10 two princes spin doctors some songs are just so catchy they get stuck in your head before the first chorus [Music] this track from new york spin doctors is a royal delight the powerful drums and guitar grooves get us hooked right away with the casual but charismatic vocals keeping us there with its mix of loud production and pretty melodies the song manages to be both tough and sweet [Music] two princes became spin doctor's biggest hit reaching number seven on the billboard hot 100 and snagging them a grammy nomination we wouldn't blame you if you felt like listening to it now [Music] number nine breakfast at tiffany's deep blue something when truman capote published breakfast at tiffany's he probably never expected his story would become such a phenomenon [Music] common of course the 1961 movie it spawned is widely beloved deep blue something smartly used it as the crux of their song about a man trying to save his relationship [Music] despite its title it's been said that the words were inspired by another audrey hepburn film roman holiday either way it's a great listen with earnest vocals and a huge chorus breakfast at tiffany's is 90s rock at its most lovably sentimental deep blue something might be regarded as one-hit wonders but we will always be up to grab breakfast at tiffany's with them [Music] number eight bound for the floor local h we hope you're in a good mood because this song is probably going to bring you down [Music] on bound for the floor illinois duo local h are not offering much hope happiness or healing over distorted sounding guitar frontman scott lucas sings rasply about how he's born to be down the song is full of rage much of it directed inwardly while it might not have come from a positive mindset bound for the floor still works as a commentary on self-esteem and how easy it is to tear yourself down through this song local h likely helped many struggling people to feel seen [Music] number seven stay i missed you lisa loeb if you treasured your glasses as style accessories in the 90s it was probably because of lisa loeb you say i only hear what i want to on her biggest hit the singer-songwriter addresses a partner she's on the outs with but she knows it won't be easy to leave for good inspired by loeb's own relationship difficulties this song was first met for daryl hall however loeb held onto it and with some help from actor ethan hawk the song ended up on the soundtrack for the iconic gen x dramedy reality bites it even topped the billboard hot 100. oh and did we mention that she wasn't working with a label at this point there's power in independence [Music] stay number six seven seconds you soon door featuring nena cherry music can both entertain us and broaden our cultural awareness [Music] in this hit featuring acclaimed artist nena cherry senegalese singer yusu ndor speaks from the heart singing in french english and wolof endure focuses on a child's introduction to the world unaware of all of the issues facing society [Music] with its sensual production and great performances from indoor and sherry seven seconds is a song that provides hope during hard times no matter what language you speak you'll likely find yourself touched this song lasts much longer than seven seconds and for that we're forever grateful number five ready to go republica do you love songs that you can both dance and mosh to then you're probably a big fan of this one from republican ready to go mixes dance elements like pulsating percussions with rock ones like electric guitars it all comes together to create an infectious and exciting song punctuated by powerhouse vocals [Music] republica barely slows down for a second on this track but with hooks as good as the ones here we don't blame them for wanting to keep the momentum going we'll shout it from the rooftops we'll always be ready to jam along to ready to go [Music] [Applause] number four how bizarre omc roughly 11 months before lorde was even born new zealand made a splash on the international music charts in the front cruising down the freeway this was thanks to how bizarre a hit from auckland trio omc and true to its title this song stands out against many others of the time with its mix of relaxing guitar errors groovy beats trumpets and singing and rapping from vocalist polyfouimana it feels like a never-ending array of ideas [Music] but somehow each element works together seamlessly and the result is a song bursting with both creativity and heart the way we can't get enough of this number is making us crazy [Music] number three in the meantime space hog while glam rock is a genre often associated with the 70s it stayed relevant in the 1990s thanks in part to this song from space hog the band combines the pageantry of glam rock with a raw 90s energy [Music] and they bring some 80s flair into it too sampling experimental pop group penguin cafe orchestra song telephone and rubber band although the lyrics might seem a little vague at first listen singer royston langdon has said that they're about finding self-acceptance if david bowie had first started making music in the 1990s we imagine that it would have sounded a little like this we just love the all of this song number two crush jennifer page is there any topic better suited for a pop song than a crush on this catchy hit singer jennifer page tapped into everything we think of when it comes to infatuation from a racing heart to overthinking to fantasizing about the future crush addresses all the steps of falling for someone with true poise [Music] paige's sultry vocals are so enchanting we developed a crush of our own it's been labeled as teen pop but the song is a lot more mature than you would expect it's safe to say that we'll always have a thing for crush before we continue be sure to subscribe to our channel and ring the bell to get notified about our latest videos you have the option to be notified for occasional videos or all of them if you're on your phone make sure you go into your settings and switch on notifications number one the way fastball if you want to write a song but are feeling stuck take a look at the news and see if anything strikes you [Music] apparently that's what austin band fastball did for this song the way was reportedly conceptualized after group member tony scalzo learned about an elderly texas couple who went missing and ultimately didn't make it [Music] while the real life story is a tragic one fastball managed to create a song that honors its subject without becoming too melancholic or coming across as callous we might not know the way but we do know something fastball scored a home run with this track [Music] do you agree with our picks let us know in the comments and hey if you're a fan of the song playing right now be sure to check out the music video for it right here fence [Music]

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Length: 21min 12sec (1272 seconds)

Published: Sat May 28 2022