#1 SINGLES IN THE 1990s: All the Top Songs in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom & United States The 1990s music scene across Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States was a dynamic blend of powerhouse vocals, pop spectacle and emotional depth—led by artists who consistently reached #1 and defined the decade's ever-evolving sound. Mariah Carey soared to global superstardom with her jaw-dropping range and chart-topping ballads, while Whitney Houston and Celine Dion delivered era-defining anthems that echoed across continents. Bryan Adams and Elton John crafted timeless hits with emotional resonance, including massive global singles that united fans in stadiums and living rooms alike. UK pop exploded with the arrival of the Spice Girls, Take That, Boyzone and Westlife—groups that dominated the charts with catchy hooks and charismatic flair, with Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow emerging as standout solo stars. U2 and Oasis brought rock into the spotlight with anthemic power, while Alanis Morissette gave voice to a generation with raw, confessional songwriting. Michael Jackson and George Michael continued to evolve artistically, while Phil Collins, Rod Stewart and Eric Clapton maintained their status as multi-decade hitmakers. On the R&B and hip-hop front, TLC and Boyz II Men delivered smooth harmonies and chart-shattering hits, joined by Janet Jackson’s fierce, innovative pop and Will Smith’s clean, feel-good rap. New voices like Sheryl Crow and B*Witched added fresh sounds to the mix, while Wilson Phillips and Freddie Mercury (through posthumous releases) touched listeners with harmonies and heart. The '90s charts were a reflection of a global pop era in full bloom—emotional, eclectic and unforgettable. Organized for quick and easy access, this book includes detailed listings of each #1 single throughout the decade, featuring artist and songwriter credits, fun facts and chart milestones. Discover which songs hit the top across multiple countries, which singles ruled the charts the longest, and which artists truly dominated the era. What You’ll Find Inside: Listing of all the #1 singles in Australia, Canada, the UK and the US - Year-by-year breakdown of #1 singles on the four main national charts - Songs that topped charts in more than one country - Artists with multiple #1 hits - Singles with the longest reigns at the top - Songwriters behind the biggest hits, plus those with multiple #1s - Fun facts, trivia notable covers, and reissued tracks - Quick-reference tools for fans, researchers and music enthusiasts Sample #1 Hits: “My Heart Will Go On” – Celine Dion - “Wannabe” – Spice Girls - “I Will Always Love You” – Whitney Houston - “...Baby One More Time” – Britney Spears - “Waterfalls” – TLC - “Candle in the Wind 1997” – Elton John - “Believe” – Cher - “Vision of Love” – Mariah Carey - “End of the Road” – Boyz II Men - “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You” – Bryan Adams - “I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)” – Meat Loaf - “One Sweet Day” - Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men - “Love Is All Around” - Wet Wet Wet - “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” - Los Del Rio - “The Boy Is Mine” - Brandy and Monica - “Iris” - Goo Goo Dolls Not a narrative history—but a powerful music reference. This is a quick-access resource, not an in-depth history of each song. It's ideal for DJs, playlist creators, music researchers and fans wanting to revisit the soundtrack of a legendary decade. Continue the series! Don’t miss other volumes featuring the #1 singles of the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Build your decade-by-decade collection of chart history. Grab your copy of #1 SINGLES IN THE 1990s and rediscover the timeless songs that defined a decade.