The ’90s were such an eclectic time for music. You had hip-hop, dance, electronic, grunge, R&B, and country music all making appearances on the charts. Some of these hits have faded into obscurity, but there’s one dance craze that we should never forget; and it tops the list for 1996.

1996

The Top Billboard Song: “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix),” by Los del Río.

What we were listening to: “Give Me One Reason,” by Tracy Chapman.

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1997

The Top Billboard Song: “Something About the Way You Look Tonight” / “Candle in the Wind 1997,” by Sir Elton John.

What we were listening to: “Semi-Charmed Life,” by Third Eye Blind.

1998

The Top Billboard Song: “Too Close,” by Next.

What we were listening to: “All My Life,” by K-Ci & JoJo.

1999

The Top Billboard Song: “Believe,” by Cher.

What we were listening to: “Save Tonight,” by Eagle-Eye Cherry.

2000

The Top Billboard Song: “Breathe,” by Faith Hill.

What we were listening to: “Smooth,” by Santana featuring Rob Thomas.

Don’t think we forgot about you youngsters! Click the next page button to see the most popular songs of the 2000s!

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