Before we dive into the full 100, let's address the throne. According to Billboard, the top song of 1990 was "Hold On" by Wilson Phillips. Comprised of Carnie and Wendy Wilson (daughters of Beach Boy Brian Wilson) and Chynna Phillips (daughter of John and Michelle Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas), this trio delivered a message of resilience wrapped in perfect three-part harmony. The song spent one week at #1 on the daily charts but dominated the year-end due to its incredible longevity.
Honorable Mention for #1: Some debates argue that "Vision of Love" by Mariah Carey (released late 1990) had a bigger cultural impact, but statistically, "Hold On" holds the statistical crown for the calendar year. top 100 songs in 1990 top
The perfect soundtrack for a high school slow dance in 1990. Before we dive into the full 100, let's address the throne
1990 wasn't just a new year; it was a cultural handshake between the over-the-top 80s and the grunge/hip-hop dominated 90s. On the charts, you’d find hair metal bands standing next to newborn boy bands, and New Jack Swing producers rubbing elbows with divas. The perfect soundtrack for a high school slow dance in 1990
According to the Billboard Year-End Hot 100, these were the tracks that dominated boomboxes, cassette decks, and early CD players. Here is your ultimate guide to the Top 10 (and a snapshot of the rest) of the biggest songs of 1990.