“Now That’s What I Call Music!” CDs are iconic compilation albums that have been a staple of popular music culture for decades. These CDs originated in the United Kingdom in 1983 and later expanded to many other countries, including the United States.
Each “Now That’s What I Call Music!” CD features a curated selection of hit songs from various artists and genres, making them a snapshot of the musical landscape at the time of their release. These compilations typically include chart-topping singles, making them a go-to choice for music lovers looking to enjoy a diverse range of tracks in one place.
Over the years, the series has evolved to keep up with changing music trends, and each new edition continues to showcase the biggest hits of the moment. “Now” CDs have become collectibles and are known for their distinctive cover art, featuring the title and a number that corresponds to the edition.
Whether you’re a fan of pop, rock, hip-hop, or any other genre, there’s likely a “Now That’s What I Call Music!” CD that has a tracklist to suit your taste. These compilations have played a significant role in introducing listeners to new music and have become a nostalgic reminder of specific eras in the music industry.
The first “Now That’s What I Call Music!” compilation album in the United States, released in 1998, featured the following songs:
Hanson – “MMMBop”
Spice Girls – “Say You’ll Be There”
Backstreet Boys – “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)”
Third Eye Blind – “Semi-Charmed Life”
Fastball – “The Way”
The Verve Pipe – “The Freshmen”
Will Smith – “Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It”
Usher – “Nice & Slow”
Puff Daddy & Faith Evans featuring 112 – “I’ll Be Missing You”
The Notorious B.I.G. – “Hypnotize”
Mase – “Feel So Good”
Spice Girls – “2 Become 1”
Usher – “You Make Me Wanna…”
Brian McKnight – “Anytime”
LeAnn Rimes – “How Do I Live”
Celine Dion – “My Heart Will Go On”
These were some of the popular songs from that era and were included in the first volume of the series.
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Now That’s What I Call Music! 18
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