[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 (111–120)
C’mon N’ Ride It (The Train)Quad City DJ’s
A dance song released in 1996 by the Florida group Quad City DJ’s.
It became their breakout hit.
The phrase “Train” appears 23 times in the song.
The track was used as the theme song for the film High School High.
S Club PartyS club 7
S Club 7 is a dance-vocal group from the UK.
Their 1999 release “S Club Party” is upbeat pop rooted in R&B.
The female members—Tina, Hannah, Jo, and Rachel—sing the mellow parts, while the male members—Paul, Jon, and Bradley—chime in with call-and-response, creating a fresh sound that puts you in a summery mood!
Black Hole SunSoundgarden
Soundgarden is a U.S.
rock band that was active from the 1980s through the 1990s.
In the 1980s, they established themselves as one of the pioneers of alternative metal, and in the 1990s they helped create the grunge movement.
Among their works, a summer song I particularly recommend is Black Hole Sun.
The combination of heavy, low-end-driven drums and bass with ethereal guitar evokes Nina Hagen’s Naturträne.
FlySugar Ray
A song released in 1997 by Sugar Ray, a rock band formed in Orange County, California.
Two versions were recorded, one featuring the Jamaican DJ Super Cat.
Characterized by a reggae-fusion sound, the track spent four consecutive weeks at No.
1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 Airplay chart.
Mo Money Mo ProblemsThe Notorious B.I.G.
A song that addresses the problems brought by money and success.
It features female vocals by renowned session singer Kelly Price.
The track samples the groove from Diana Ross’s 1980 hit “I’m Coming Out.”