Debut song by a 90s Western girls' band

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The Cranberries – Dreams (Dir: Peter Scammell) (Official Music Video)

The debut song by the Irish rock band The Cranberries is a dreamy track released in September 1992.

It captivates with Dolores O’Riordan’s translucent vocals and Noel Hogan’s arpeggiated guitar weaving a dreamlike soundscape.

The lyrics, which depict the flutter of first love, and the melody line influenced by Celtic music possess a beauty that resonates deeply.

The song has been featured in works such as Mission: Impossible and Derry Girls, becoming a timeless classic cherished across generations.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to rekindle the anticipation of new love or the sweet memories of their youth.

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Pretend We’re Dead

L7, a four-woman band that left a bold mark on the 1990s alternative rock scene with raw guitar riffs and sardonic lyrics.

Their signature track skewers political apathy while portraying the grit to get through heartbreak with humor.

Featured on the April 1992 album “Bricks Are Heavy,” the song reached No.

8 on the Billboard Modern Rock chart and was also included in the popular game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.

The overwhelming sound crafted in Los Angeles by Donita Sparks and the rest of the quartet is recommended for anyone bored with the everyday or determined to live without hiding their true feelings.

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B*Witched – C’est la vie (Official Video)

B*Witched is a girls’ group from Ireland.

Their debut song is a catchy pop tune that immediately topped the UK charts at No.

1.

The next three singles they released also consecutively reached No.

1, propelling them to stardom.

Although they disbanded for a time, they reunited in 2012 and have continued their activities since.

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Spice Girls – Wannabe (Official Music Video)

The Spice Girls, the most successful British girl group.

Upon its release, their debut single shot to number one not only in their home country of the UK, but also in the United States, Canada, Australia, and across Europe.

Their huge popularity sparked a wave of subsequent girl groups.

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Blaque – 808

Black, who debuted in 1999, had a huge hit with this track, “808,” followed by their second single, “Bring It All to Me.” However, they couldn’t sustain their success and ended up being close to a one-hit wonder.

After breaking up, they attempted a reunion, but one of the members passed away.

In that respect, they’re similar to TLC.

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TLC – Ain’t 2 Proud 2 Beg (Official Video)

TLC was one of the most successful American groups of the 1990s.

They had nine songs reach the top ten on the Billboard charts, four of which hit number one.

This debut single also climbed to number six on the overall chart and number two on the R&B chart.

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Elastica – Stutter

Elastica, the British Britpop band known for their sharp guitar riffs, debuted in 1993 with a bold work that breezily sings about alcohol-induced male erectile dysfunction.

With its frank and humorous perspective, the release was so popular that its limited run of 1,500 copies sold out on the first day.

The band was subsequently chosen as “Best New Band” by the music magazine Melody Maker, catapulting them into the spotlight.

Its exhilarating, compressed burst of rhythm in a short runtime is perfect for those seeking a jolt in a busy daily life or music fans wanting to experience the roots of ’90s Britpop.

Paired with frontwoman Justine Frischmann’s distinctive vocals, it’s a track that lets you feel the vivid breeze of the ’90s.