R&B
Known for their a cappella harmonies, they dominated the charts with romantic ballads like "End of the Road" and "I'll Make Love to You".
Boyz II Men
His debut album Brown Sugar was a slow-burning masterpiece that helped lay the groundwork for the neo-soul movement.
D'Angelo
One of the most influential rappers ever, he brought gangsta rap to the mainstream with iconic tracks like "California Love" and "Changes".
2Pac
This influential group from New York defined the sound of underground hip-hop with their distinct style and masterful storytelling on tracks like "C.R.E.A.M." and "Protect Ya Neck".
Wu Tang Clan
Her powerhouse five-octave vocal range made her one of the decade's biggest stars, with hit singles including "Fantasy" and "Always Be My Baby".
Mariah Carey
A defining artist of the decade, her work with producer Timbaland on tracks like "One in a Million" introduced an experimental, jittery sonic style that was ahead of its time.
Aaliyah
An icon of East Coast hip-hop, Biggie's gritty storytelling and lyrical genius defined the era on hits such as "Juicy" and "Hypnotize".
The Notorious B.I.G.
With his legendary debut album Illmatic, Nas solidified his place as one of the greatest MCs of all time with complex lyricism on tracks like "N.Y. State of Mind".
Nas
The legendary trio sold millions with their unique blend of R&B and hip-hop, delivering timeless anthems like "Waterfalls" and "No Scrubs".
TLC
Known for their stunning harmonies and powerful message, the girl group had major hits with "My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get It)" and the rock-infused "Free Your Mind".
En Vogue
A pioneer of West Coast G-funk, he launched Snoop Dogg's career and delivered his own classics, including "Nuthin' But a 'G' Thang" and "Still D.R.E.".
DR. Dre
The dynamic duo from Atlanta brought a unique Southern perspective to hip-hop, earning mainstream success with hits like "Player's Ball" and "Elevators (Me & You)"
OutKast
Dubbed the "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul," she pioneered a new sound by infusing soulful singing with hip-hop beats on classic tracks such as "Real Love".
Mary J. Blige
Both as a member of the Fugees and on her solo magnum opus The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, she delivered a powerful fusion of R&B, soul, and conscious hip-hop
Lauryn Hill
A visionary of the era, she blended pop, R&B, and hip-hop into sexually confident, socially conscious hits like "That's the Way Love Goes".
Janet Jackson