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- "Poison" — Bell, Biv, DeVoe, 1990. (Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic) “Never trust a big butt and a smile...” is probably one of the most iconic lyrics of this decade.
- "Bonita Applebum" — A Tribe Called Quest, 1990. (Photo by Al Pereira/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) The second single from their debut album, “Bonita Applebum” highlights member Q-Tip’s attempt to woo an around-the-way girl with...
- "Summertime" — DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, 1991. Before Amerie, the Fresh Prince (Will Smith) and DJ Jazzy Jeff (Jeffrey Townes) set the tone for quintessential summer anthems.
- "I Will Always Love You"— Whitney Houston, 1992. (Photo: 20th Century Fox/Getty Images) With over 20 million copies sold, making it the best selling single by a woman of all time, Whitney Houston’s cover of Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” for The Bodyguard soundtrack is more than just an influential song for young Black girls to sing at talent shows.
- POISON (1990) Bell, Biv, Devoe. No matter where you are or what you’re doing as soon as you hear the beat and the intro “Spiderman and Freeze in full effect” you’re bound to start singing this Bell Biv Devoe 90’s classic.
- ARE YOU THAT SOMEBODY (1998) Aaliyah. Teenage sensation Aaliyah was discovered by R. Kelly, who she later married in an illegal ceremony since she was just 15 at the time.
- AINT NOTHING BUT A G THANG (1992) Dr. Dre and Snoop Doggy Dogg. The Dre/Snoop track remains the quintessential 90’s West Coat hip hop song. Recorded for The Chronic, Dre’s debut CD, now viewed as a classic of the era, it was among one of the West Coast records that hit nationwide making even bigger stars of Snoop and Dre.
- ONE SWEET DAY (1995) Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men. Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men wrote and sang on this ode to lost loved ones, which became a Billboard record-setter spending 16 weeks at the number one spot.
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- Whitney Houston
- Usher
- Janet Jackson
- Snoop Dogg
- Beyoncé
- Tupac Shakur
- Toni Braxton
- Darius Rucker
- Sade
- Tracy Chapman
With a powerful sound that sustains across time and categorization, Whitney Houstonwas undoubtedly one of the great musical personalities of the ’90s. It’s no surprise that her nickname is the Voice. Houston is the only artist with BillboardTop 100 singles for seven consecutive songs. Her hits like “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” and “How Will I Know...
One of history’s best-selling artists in any genre, Usher‘s sultry-smooth vocals first garnered worldwide attention in the late ’90s, though the height of his career sustained for another decade past that. His self-titled album from 1994 jumpstarted his career, to be followed by My Wayin 1997. The earliest songs from these albums that catapulted hi...
Probably one of the biggest names among black female performers of the 1990s is Janet Jackson. Her LP Rhythm Nation 1814 was the best-selling album of the year 1990 and helped launch her to the spot of second most successful recording artist (after Mariah Carey). She is the youngest child of the Jackson family and had music in her upbringing. She e...
Calvin Broadus Jr., known better as Snoop Dogg, first found fame in 1992 when he linked up with Dr. Dre on his debut single, “Deep Cover.” His album Doggystyle, produced by Dre, then went quadruple platinum with hits like “Gin And Juice” and “What’s My Name?” One of the most popular rappers of all time, Snoop Dogg’s notoriety stems from his quirky ...
Before her global success as a solo artist, the powerhouse known as Beyoncéwas one of three singers in the girl group Destiny’s Child. This is where she found success in the latter part of the ’90s, with the band’s hits including “Say My Name” and “Bills, Bills, Bills.” Beyoncé’s full, versatile voice has an impressive range, and she adorns melodie...
As one of the biggest names in gangsta rap, Tupac Shakurreached his peak in the ’90s but, unfortunately, passed away. At the height of his career, Shakur (stylized “2pac”) was murdered in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas. His legacy lives on in the enduring popularity of his albums like 2Pacalypse Now and Me Against The World. More than a musician,...
With hits like “Un-Break My Heart” and “You’re Makin’ Me High/Let It Flow,” Toni Braxtonis one of the most enduring singers of the ’90s. The rich, low tones in her voice made for an iconic sound that garnered her three Grammys over the course of her career, which extended well into the 2000s. Her accolades also include nods from Billboard, the Amer...
Today, Darius Rucker is a respected country artist, with a Country Music Association’s New Artist Award, the second-ever spot on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs list, and other honors. He began this phase of his career with Capitol Records Nashville in 2008. However, Rucker’s iconic baritone first became recognizable across the country and pop radio ...
Next on our list is an unusual inclusion on this list for a few reasons. For one, Sadeis not African-American; she was born in Nigeria and spent most of her professional and private life in England. The artist’s band takes her name and provides the sound she is known for—an ambient, cool jazz feel more suited to coffee shops than a club. Though she...
Next up is Tracy Chapman. Her career began in the late 1980s, and by the year 1990, she had already become a household name. However, her most famous song, “Give Me One Reason,” comes from her fourth studio album, released in 1995 called New Beginning, which reached Platinum status. Chapman’s androgynous low-octave range, as well as her blues-rock ...
- Usher. Usher is one of the most recognizable black male singers of the 90s and 2000s. He has released numerous albums, including his 2004 album Confessions, which sold 12 million copies in the US alone and was one of the best-selling albums ever.
- Anthony Hamilton. Anthony Hamilton is an American singer and songwriter from Charlotte, North Carolina. He is one of the most successful black singers of the 90s and 2000s, achieving both critical acclaim and commercial success over his career.
- Snoop Dogg. Snoop Dogg, one of the most iconic black male singers of the 90s and 2000s, has been a prominent presence in the music industry for over two decades.
- Darius Rucker. Darius Rucker is one of the most iconic black male singers of the 90s, having gained immense popularity for his take on country music. His journey to become a singer began in 1986 when he stepped onstage for the first time as part of a high school band.
Sep 18, 2019 · The ’90s produced some of the best music compositions the world has ever seen. Industry watchers across the globe enjoyed relative success, both in music and movies. From Britpop, hip hop and R ...
From the distinctive flow of The Notorious B.I.G to the powerful sounds of Whitney Houston, here are 40 of the best songs released by Black artists in the '90s. 1 of 40. “Say My Name"...
Join us on a journеy through timе as wе showcasе thе tеn most influеntial black music groups that dominatеd thе 90s, lеaving an еnduring lеgacy in thеir wakе. 1. TLC was a highly succеssful black music group from thе 90s.
