Every year, music fans avidly tune in to the Billboard Hot 100 chart to see which tracks can reign as one of the top songs of the year. 1999 was certainly no different! Music lovers everywhere started debating on which songs destined to become an anthem of their beloved decade. Will they remember Rihanna and Jay Z's iconic collaborative single ?Umbrella', crushing into our lives with a familiar feel that was deemed ?perfect summer weather record'? Or perhaps Lauryn Hill's timeless 'Doo Wop (That Thing)' lit up dance floors years before any of us were even born? Or an earworm as smooth and sparkly as Jennifer Lopez and Nas featuring Ja Rule's I'm Real? From 'Bills, Bills, Bills' to 'The Boy Is Mine', these were certainly defining tracks amongst many others earning their space on the Fabled Chart Best in 1999. There will never be a dull moment spent when tuning in to the previously mentioned throwbacks; dive in for just a few minutes for a time warp back nearly 21 years ago! Best 1999 songs Listen to the best songs of 1999
Top Songs of 1999 - A Nostalgic Ride to 21st Century Much like every other year, music enthusiasts witnessed a lot of amazing content in 1999. It was a big year for the music industry as listeners were introduced to new genres, and artists that eventually became a massive hit. From iconic boy bands to alternative rock bands, 1999 had something for everyone. The Billboard Hot 100 chart kept fans hooked to the radio just to get a hint of what track would make the cut. If you are one of those music lovers who are always up for a nostalgic ride, this one's for you. Today, we will take a trip down memory lane to reminisce about those golden tunes that once ruled the airwaves in 1999. The year 1999 saw a shift in the music industry when boy bands took the world by storm. 'I Want It That Way' by Backstreet Boys is undoubtedly a classic that still rings in our ears, with its catchy tune and heartfelt lyrics. The song's popularity skyrocketed, and the band was soon followed by other emerging boy bands. N*SYNC's 'Tearin' Up My Heart' and Five's 'Keep on Movin' were two other popular boy bands that defined the genre's popularity in the 90s. Apart from boy bands, 1999 also saw the rise of alternative rock bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers, Blink 182, and Limp Bizkit. Blink 182's 'All the Small Things' is still considered a benchmark for pop punk music. And who can forget 'Smooth' by Santana, featuring Rob Thomas of Matchbox Twenty, which received massive airplay and became one of the biggest hits of 1999. Hip-hop lovers also got their fair share of entertainment in 1999. DMX's 'Party Up' and Jay-Z's 'Hard Knock Life' were two standout tracks that had everyone rapping along with the lyrics. The album 'The Slim Shady' by Eminem also launched this year, which eventually became a milestone in his career. If you are into pop music, then you must have danced to 'Genie in a Bottle' and 'What a Girl Wants' by Christina Aguilera. Both tracks became instant hits with their upbeat tempo, effortless lyrics, and captivating vocals. Britney Spears' 'Baby One More Time' was another classic that became an anthem of a generation. Every year, we witness new music that defines a new era. But the music from the past always has a special place in our hearts. It reminds us of the good old days and the memories we cherish. The year 1999 was no exception, and the tunes that made it big that year still hold a special place in our hearts. From boy bands to alternative rock, hip hop to pop, and everything in-between, 1999 had something for everyone. After all, music knows no bounds, and it's never too late to take a trip down memory lane to relive some of the best times in our lives.