1999

Even though 1999 introduced artists like Christina Aguilera and Sugar Ray, was a comeback year for Cher, and the beginning of the boy band era, this is my pick:

. . . Baby One More Time, Britney Spears

Keep in mind, this was the cute Britney that didn't bash SUV's with umbrella's, shave her head, or have babies with guys nicknamed K-Fed.

I remember going to college Halloween parties and EVERY freaking girl had her hair in braids and wore plaid skirts, tied white shirts, and knee highs. I didn't, but I know you did and you looked like a total hottie. I was a little jealous and wished I had more confidence to wear that little outfit out and about. 1999 was a good year for boys that had a thing for the school girl look.

Truth: I still don't know what the hell, "Hit me baby one more time" means AND I still love me some Britney even though she can be a total nut.

CHORUS
My loneliness is killin me (and I)
I must confess I still believe (still believe)
When I'm not with you I lose my mind
give me a sign,
hit me baby one more time!

Runner up: Run, Collective Soul
Is there a cure among us?
From this processed sanity?
I weaken with each voice that sings
In this world of purchase
I'm gonna buy back memories
To awaken some old qualities

Hmmmm, I need to awaken some old qualities. Like smiling at strangers. Lady strangers. I wouldn't want your grandpa to get the wrong idea.

Song I hated the most in 1999:
Livin' La Vida Loca. Sure Ricky Martin was a cutie, but that song got WAY too much radio play and I thought he was a sucky dancer.