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| December 23, 1989 – January 19, 1990 Phil Collins Another Day in Paradise An English musician, Phil Collins has also ventured into acting and won numerous awards throughout his career, including eight Grammy Awards. Another Day in Paradise was Collins’ seventh and final US No. 1 single, and it won the 1991 Grammy Award for Record of the Year. |
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| January 20, 1990 – February 9, 1990 Michael Bolton How Am I Supposed to Live Without You Michael Bolton is an American singer-songwriter known for his powerful vocals and emotional ballads. How Am I Supposed to Live Without You was originally written by Bolton and Doug James for Air Supply, but it became Bolton’s first No. 1 hit as a solo artist. |
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| February 10, 1990 – March 2, 1990 Paula Abdul & The Wild Pair Opposites Attract The Wild Pair is an American male duo known for providing background vocals and collaborating with artists such as Paula Abdul. Opposites Attract is an upbeat pop song that features an animated cat named MC Skat Kat, and it won the 1991 Grammy Award for Best Short Form Music Video. |
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| March 3, 1990 – March 23, 1990 Janet Jackson Escapade Janet Jackson has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling artists of all time. Escapade is an infectious dance-pop tune that showcases Jackson’s ability to create catchy, memorable hooks and was inspired by the 1983 film “Risky Business.” |
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| March 24, 1990 – April 6, 1990 Alannah Myles Black Velvet Alannah Myles is a Canadian singer-songwriter best known for her distinctive, smoky voice. Black Velvet is a sultry rock ballad that pays tribute to the late Elvis Presley, and it won the 1991 Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance. |
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| April 7, 1990 – April 13, 1990 Taylor Dayne Love Will Lead You Back Taylor Dayne, born Leslie Wunderman, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who has sold over 75 million records worldwide. Love Will Lead You Back is a powerful ballad written by Diane Warren that showcases Dayne’s emotive vocal range and became her first No. 1 hit. |
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| April 14, 1990 – April 20, 1990 Tommy Page I’ll Be Your Everything Tommy Page was an American singer-songwriter best known for his pop hits in the late 1980s and early 1990s. I’ll Be Your Everything is a romantic ballad that became Page’s biggest hit and was co-written by Page, Jordan Knight, and Danny Wood of New Kids on the Block. |
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| April 21, 1990 – May 18, 1990 Sinead O’Connor Nothing Compares 2 U Sinead O’Connor is an Irish singer-songwriter known for her powerful voice and controversial statements. Nothing Compares 2 U is a poignant ballad written by Prince that became O’Connor’s biggest hit and featured a close-up of her tear-streaked face in the music video. |
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| May 19, 1990 – June 8, 1990 Madonna Vogue Madonna is known for her continuous reinvention and ability to push boundaries in her music and fashion. Vogue is a dance-pop song inspired by the underground ballroom culture of New York City and popularized the voguing dance style. |
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| June 9, 1990 – June 15, 1990 Wilson Phillips Hold On Wilson Phillips is an American vocal group consisting of Carnie Wilson, Wendy Wilson, and Chynna Phillips. Hold On was the group’s debut single, featuring harmonies and a positive message that resonated with listeners. |
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| June 16, 1990 – June 29, 1990 Roxette It Must Have Been Love Roxette is a Swedish pop-rock duo consisting of Marie Fredriksson and Per Gessle. It Must Have Been Love was featured in the film “Pretty Woman” and became one of Roxette’s biggest hits worldwide. |
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| June 30, 1990 – July 20, 1990 New Kids on the Block Step By Step New Kids on the Block is an American boy band that achieved success in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Step By Step is the title track of their third studio album, featuring upbeat pop melodies and catchy lyrics. |
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| July 21, 1990 – August 3, 1990 Glenn Medeiros featuring Bobby Brown She Ain’t Worth It Glenn Medeiros is an American singer-songwriter, while Bobby Brown is an American singer, songwriter, and actor known for his work as a solo artist and with the group New Edition. She Ain’t Worth It is a pop and R&B song that became a No. 1 hit for both artists. |
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| August 4, 1990 – August 31, 1990 Mariah Carey Vision Of Love Mariah Carey has sold over 200 million records worldwide and is known for her incredible vocal range. Her self-titled debut album, released in 1990, included four No. 1 hits and earned her a Grammy Award for Best New Artist. |
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| September 1, 1990 – September 7, 1990 Sweet Sensation If Wishes Came True Sweet Sensation is an American female Freestyle-Dance music trio. If Wishes Came True is a ballad that became the group’s biggest hit, reaching the No. 1 spot on the chart. |
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| September 8, 1990 – September 14, 1990 Jon Bon Jovi Blaze Of Glory Jon Bon Jovi, an American singer-songwriter, is the frontman of the rock band Bon Jovi. Blaze Of Glory is the theme song for the film “Young Guns II” and earned Jon Bon Jovi a Golden Globe award for Best Original Song. |
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| September 15, 1990 – September 28, 1990 Wilson Phillips Release Me Their music and story have influenced pop culture, including a memorable cameo in the 2011 comedy film “Bridesmaids.” Release Me is a pop ballad that became the group’s second No. 1 single, featuring their signature harmonies and a catchy chorus. |
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| September 29, 1990 – October 5, 1990 Nelson (Can’t Live Without Your) Love And Affection Nelson is an American rock band formed by twin brothers Matthew and Gunnar Nelson. (Can’t Live Without Your) Love And Affection is the duo’s debut single, known for its catchy hooks and the brothers’ distinctive harmonies. |
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| October 6, 1990 – October 12, 1990 Maxi Priest Close To You Maxi Priest is a British reggae vocalist best known for his fusion of reggae with R&B and pop music. Close To You is a smooth reggae-pop song that became Priest’s most successful single, reaching the No. 1 spot on the chart. |
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| October 13, 1990 – October 19, 1990 George Michael Praying For Time George Michael was an English singer-songwriter and a former member of the duo Wham! Praying For Time is a socially conscious ballad addressing issues like poverty and injustice, and it became the lead single from Michael’s album “Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1.” |
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| October 20, 1990 – October 26, 1990 James Ingram I Don’t Have the Heart James Ingram was an American singer-songwriter known for his emotive voice and romantic ballads. I Don’t Have the Heart is a heartfelt ballad that became Ingram’s second and final No. 1 hit on the chart. |
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| October 27, 1990 – November 2, 1990 Janet Jackson Black Cat “Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814” produced several hit singles, such as Miss You Much, Escapade, Alright, Come Back to Me, and Black Cat. Black Cat is a departure from Jackson’s typical dance-pop sound, featuring a harder rock edge and showcasing her versatility as an artist. |
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| November 3, 1990 – November 9, 1990 Vanilla Ice Ice Ice Baby Vanilla Ice, born Robert Van Winkle, is an American rapper, actor, and television host. Ice Ice Baby is a hip-hop song known for its catchy hook and bassline, which samples Queen and David Bowie’s Under Pressure. |
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| November 10, 1990 – November 30, 1990 Mariah Carey Love Takes Time Mariah Carey was born on March 27, 1970, in Huntington, Long Island, New York. Love Takes Time is a heartfelt ballad that showcases Carey’s incredible vocal range and became her second No. 1 single. |
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| December 1, 1990 – December 7, 1990 Whitney Houston I’m Your Baby Tonight Whitney Houston was an American singer, actress, and model who was one of the best-selling music artists of all time. I’m Your Baby Tonight is a pop and R&B song produced by L.A. Reid and Babyface, which became the title track of Houston’s third studio album. |
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| December 8, 1990 – January 4, 1991 Stevie B Because I Love You (The Postman Song) Stevie B, born Steven Bernard Hill, is an American singer-songwriter known for his work in the freestyle and dance music genres. Because I Love You (The Postman Song) is a romantic ballad that became Stevie B’s most successful single, topping the chart for four weeks. |
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The Biggest Pop Artists of 1990 include: (HPS music data is compiled from charts, including Billboard’s Pop, Rock, Airplay, R&B/Dance, and Singles Charts. The Hot 100 is the primary chart used for this list.) |
