Cheering songs in Western music that were hits in the ’90s. World-famous classics and popular tracks.
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Cheer songs in Western music that were hits in the ’90s: World-famous classics and popular tracks (21–30)
Real WorldMatchbox Twenty
A song about dreaming of being someone else.
It was written by lead vocalist Rob Thomas.
Released as a single in 1998, it reached No.
3 on Billboard’s Hot Adult Top 40 Tracks chart.
Obvious ChildPaul Simon
A song released as a single by Paul Simon in 1990.
It reached No.
12 on the Dutch charts.
The drum sound by Grupo Cultural Olodum, an Afro-Brazilian group, was recorded live at Pelourinho Square in Salvador, Brazil.
Shiny Happy PeopleR.E.M.
A song described by frontman Michael Stipe as “a really fruity, bubblegum song.” B-52’s Kate Pierson provides backing vocals.
The track was used in Michael Moore’s 2004 documentary film Fahrenheit 9/11.
Exit Music (For a Film)Radiohead
A song used in the 1996 film Romeo + Juliet starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
It was covered by jazz musician Brad Mehldau in 1998.
The instrumental version was used in the 2002 film Unfaithful, starring Diane Lane and Richard Gere.
Killing In the NameRage Against The Machine
A song released by Rage Against the Machine.
It was performed at Woodstock ’99 and was selected by Rolling Stone as one of the ‘Greatest Guitar Songs.’ The track is featured in the video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.