Top 20 Timeless Hooks From The 90s...

Often the only part of a song that the masses remember, a catchy chorus is what takes a song from decent single to everlasting hit (or party favorite).  While many of these tracks are laughable mainstream pop, there’s no doubt that you know exactly how their brain-hog of a hook goes.  If you don’t, quit trying to be cool and indie, you liar.  Below are IIB’s Top 20 Timeless Hooks From The 90s:

It’s Pat!...
Most would argue SNL started it’s slow decline in the early 90s. The bulk of the clutch cast members were leaving (and/or ODing) leaving us with more average/occasional chuckle sketches versus laugh out-loud cleverness. Yes, there were the some gems featuring Will, Molly, and Tracy. And you can...
This Week In The 90s: 7/12 - 7/18...
This week in 90s pop culture flavor: July 12, 1996: Michael Jordan signs a 1 year, $25 million contract with the Chicago Bulls July 13, 1994: OJ Simpson is charged with murder July 15, 1996: MSNBC debuts July 15, 1997: Gianni Versace is murdered July 18, 1994: New York Jets sign USA goalkeeper Tony...
Another Unforgettable MJ Ditty...
When the choir at Michael Jackson’s farewell special was belting out “Will You Be There”,  it brought me back to a very special moment we all shared at the end of “Free Willy”.  Willy was literally freed right before our eyes as The King serenaded us on behalf of the powerful...
Jonas Brothers, Listen Up…I See Yo...
3 brothers? Check. Throngs of screaming teenybop fans? Check. Catchy pop tunes? Oddly young marriage proposals? Performances on late night talk shows? Check. Check. Check. Watch out Jonai - before you know it you’ll each have 3-6 kids and permanent gig at county fairs everywhere.
Wayne’s World - Bohemian Rhapsody...
Who can forget this classic intro from Wayne and Garth in the Wayne’s World movie? But wait, there’s more!  Video game add-ons to successful movie franchises also happened in the early 90s, as evidenced by this horrendous game:
This Week In The 90s: 7/5 - 7/11...
July 8, 1991: Major league umpire Steve Palermo and former NFL defensive lineman Terrence Mann were shot trying to help 2 waitresses from being robbed July 9, 1996:  Mike Piazza is MLB All Star Game MVP
Bet You Forgot About This Michael Jackso...
Since the tragic news of MJ’s death last week, it’s been tough to escape the coverage. Marathon video fests on MTV, tributes on all of the major networks and just about every magazine has him on the cover. Not to be outdone, Corey Haim (former “friend” of the deceased) dressed...

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