Get ready to relive the magic that made millions fall in love with these pop icons! Join us as we celebrate the greatest hits from everyone's favorite boy band. From emotional ballads to high-energy dance tracks, we're ranking the songs that defined an era and continue to capture hearts worldwide.
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00:00Backstreet's back, alright!
00:03Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the Backstreet Boys songs that remain larger-than-life to this day.
00:10That makes you larger than life!
00:17Number 20, Get Down, You're the One for Me.
00:20We're kicking off with one to get your blood pumping.
00:22You drive me crazy, cause you're one of a kind.
00:26I want your lovin' and I want it right now.
00:30Some might say this song marked the moment the group became international superstars.
00:35Does it get more pure 90s boy band energy than this?
00:39High-octane fun with a danceable beat and an infectious hook.
00:42Oh baby, you're so fine. I'm gonna make you mine. Your lips, they taste so sweet.
00:50It leans into hip-hop influences more than most of their other hits.
00:53With a funky groove and a rap verse that give it a playful, party-ready sound.
00:57The song is about hyping up a love interest, wrapped in a slick melody that includes a chorus that practically demands you move.
01:04In fact, don't mind if we do.
01:05Get down, get down, and move it all around.
01:09Get down, get down, and move it all around.
01:14Number 19, Chances.
01:16Two decades in and the Backstreet Boys are still keeping us on our toes.
01:20What are the chances that we end up dancing in two in a million, like once in a life?
01:28Chances is a sleek, emotional, mid-tempo ballad that delivers those harmonies we love, but with a fresh, modern sound.
01:34This time, they switch things up with different members tackling parts we wouldn't usually expect.
01:39But somehow, it just worked.
01:41Everybody brings their absolute A-game.
01:43What's a girl like you doing in a place like this?
01:47In a crowded room, what are the odds?
01:51The magic that made us fall for them in the first place is still totally intact.
01:55Hitting longtime fans right in the nostalgia while proving they could still win over new listeners.
02:00It's classic BSB with a contemporary edge, and honestly, they sound as good as ever.
02:05What if I never run into you?
02:09And what if you never smiled at me?
02:1218.
02:13I Still
02:14I Still is one of those Backstreet Boys songs that's had a stronghold on our hearts since we first heard it.
02:19I still need you, I still care
02:27It's brimming with that emotion and sense of yearning that had us head over heels for practically all their ballads.
02:32It's about someone who knows they need to move on from a past relationship, but is still too attached to their feelings.
02:38I'm stuck in a moment that wasn't meant to last
02:46Its smooth and haunting melody wraps itself around listeners, while its lyrics hit us straight in all the feels.
02:52It didn't get as much attention as some of their bigger hits, but real fans know it's one of their most underrated gems.
02:59Like I'm right, like I'm right here beside you
03:0517.
03:06The One
03:07As we'll soon see, Millennium is packed with hits that are still crowd-pleasers today.
03:12Don't wanna lose you now, baby
03:19The One is no exception.
03:21It was actually chosen as the album's fourth single by fans through a TRL poll, with Nick Carter supposedly leading the charge to make sure it won.
03:28Every leg to make it right
03:32I am holding you all through the night
03:35So in a way, this song was dedicated to everyone who had supported them, from their crew to us fans.
03:40We might not be the one they're singing about, but it sure feels like it.
03:44I can show you what true love means
03:49Just take my hand
03:51With its bright pop-rock-ish vibe, it's pure feel-good fun.
03:55Whether alone, in our room, or at their concerts, we can't help but throw our arms up and sing along.
04:01I'm feeling love
04:03You can't run from me
04:06I'll be there
04:0816.
04:09Show Em What You're Made Of
04:10This song actually has some really sweet inspiration.
04:13Co-writer and band member Kevin Richardson got the idea from something his father used to tell him as a kid before football practice.
04:18Find the truth in a child's eyes
04:21When the only limit is the sky
04:24Teaming up with AJ McLean and others, the guys wrote the lyrics with their own children in mind.
04:29The result is a gentle, warm melody wrapped in a chill-inducing blend of their voices that's like a comforting hug from a loving parent.
04:35The world will be waiting for you
04:41The lyrics remind us that we too can accomplish anything we set our minds to.
04:45In a world that often feels bleak and disheartening, this song shines like a much-needed beacon of hope.
04:50Show em what you're made of
04:5515.
04:56Anywhere For You
04:58If we're talking about what the Backstreet Boys do best, their vocal skills, especially those harmonies, are at the top of the list.
05:05I'd go anywhere for you
05:08Anywhere you ask me to
05:12The way they combine their voices is just beautiful.
05:15It's almost like they were born to sing with each other.
05:18Seriously, these harmonies could give anyone goosebumps.
05:21The song is about giving everything to someone special, and you can feel their sincerity in every note.
05:26Love as far as I can see
05:29It's all I'm ever gonna need
05:33The melody is smooth and dreamy, giving the track this timeless effect.
05:37It's one of those songs that feels like a love letter set to music.
05:40No matter how many times we hear it, we fall just as hard.
05:45Baby, I'd go anywhere for you
05:5114.
05:52In a World Like This
05:53After over 20 years in the spotlight, the Backstreet Boys have seen a lot of changes, both in the music world and the world in general.
06:00Became my salvation, salvation through the war
06:07According to AJ, this song is meant to reflect just that.
06:10It puts the world under a lens that celebrates the good times while commiserating the bad.
06:14That might sound a little heavy at first, but the message is actually pretty uplifting.
06:20In a world like this with sun back down
06:23I, I know we're gonna make it
06:27The melody pulls you in like it's telling you to keep going and that better times are ahead.
06:31It has this perfect balance of grit and heart, reminding us that we are stronger when we stick together, no matter what.
06:39In a world like this, I've got you
06:4313.
06:44More Than That
06:45This song takes us back to our childhood bedrooms, walls plastered with BSB posters, imagining they're singing just to us.
06:56While boy bands tend to be known for their killer dance moves, and of course, this one's no exception,
07:00it's the way their voices are perfectly synchronized that still makes us swoon after all these years.
07:05Not many groups can put so much soul into every note, turning an emotional song into something that feels almost blissful.
07:13Take my hand and don't say goodbye
07:18It's like a heartfelt confession, and you can really feel the passion and vulnerability they bring.
07:23Even now, the emotion in this song still hits just as hard.
07:27Listen to me when I say
07:30I will love you more than that
07:3412.
07:35Drowning
07:36One thing that made BSB stand out is that there's no one specific lead singer.
07:41Cause every time I breathe I take you in
07:45And my heart beats again
07:48Each member plays to their strength, which is probably why they've always been able to capture the hearts, souls, and ears of their fans.
07:55Drowning is a perfect example of this, with each guy taking on a part that shows off their individual talents.
08:00You know I can't resist
08:03Cause you're the air that I breathe
08:06Yet when their voices come together, the song soars, making every moment that much more powerful.
08:11The harmonies and depth they bring to this track just show how in sync they are as a group, making it a standout in their catalogue.
08:17It certainly deserves more appreciation.
08:20Yeah, yeah, oh man
08:22Let me drown
08:25Your love
08:2911.
08:30The Call
08:31People expected a lot when buying the follow-up to the ever-popular album Millennium.
08:36But wow, did the boys from Orlando ever deliver.
08:39Every day I'm just gonna raise up the call and change my destiny
08:43Kicking off the album was this track about giving in to temptation and the burden of guilt that haunts those who make that choice.
08:49With that darker tone in mind, it makes sense that the chorus is so damn memorable.
08:53Listen baby I'm sorry
08:55Just wanna tell you don't worry
08:58I will be late, don't stay up and wait for me
09:03A track that utilizes the classic, catchy style the Backstreet Boys are known for and an awesome key change towards the end of the song,
09:09there's no way The Call couldn't make our list.
09:11Better be alone
09:13Cause I know
09:15We're going to a place nearby
09:1810.
09:19Shape of My Heart
09:20If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
09:22BSB's knack for slowing it right down to hit us with an emotional wallop is readily evident.
09:26And Shape of My Heart is one example of such a song.
09:30Baby, please try to forgive me
09:36With relatable lyrics and a bittersweet melody, this powerful track drips with BSB's epic signature style.
09:42I played my part
09:45Kept you in the dark
09:48The tune was a top ten hit in the States and a number one in Canada and much of Europe,
09:52including Sweden where the track was actually recorded.
09:55Coming a bit later in their career, this track is not to be missed by anyone who calls themselves a real Backstreet Boys fan.
10:099.
10:10All I Have to Give
10:11Money isn't everything.
10:12Don't believe us?
10:13Take a listen to this song.
10:15I have to give
10:17Without you I don't think I can live
10:22Laying down a few pieces of wisdom,
10:24the boys explain to the object of their desire that they don't have much money or nice things,
10:28but do have an abundance of love to give.
10:31I'm on my knees
10:33Praying for a day that you'll be mine
10:38It croons.
10:39It belts.
10:40It's got everything we need from a Backstreet Boys track.
10:44As much as we love that sentiment, however,
10:46given the fact that Backstreet's Back, the song's parent album, sold well over 17 million copies,
10:51we're guessing they've got a little bit more to give than love at this point.
10:54Give my world to you, lady
10:59It's all I have to give
11:028.
11:03I'll Never Break Your Heart
11:04Some boys will make some pretty dastardly promises they don't intend to keep,
11:08but when the promise is delivered via a hit single, you better believe they mean it.
11:12I'll never break your heart
11:15I'll never make you cry
11:20The title pretty much says it all here,
11:22and the boys have got us hooked from the beginning
11:24to listen to their heartfelt words of love in verse after verse.
11:27Honey, just once
11:29Give me a chance
11:31And I'll prove this on you
11:34We don't know whether or not we'd actually recommend using the lyrics of this song
11:38as inspiration for wooing the ladies,
11:40but it probably couldn't hurt.
11:42I'll give you all of me
11:467.
11:47Quit Playing Games With My Heart
11:48Back to the beginning
11:49Quit playing games with my heart
11:53With my heart
11:56My heart
11:57The fourth single off their debut album,
11:59this early work from the group put them in the spotlight.
12:02A straightforward song with a simple message,
12:04Quit Playing Games has the singers wishing that their significant other would just,
12:08you guessed it, quit playing games with their hearts.
12:10The love that we had was so strong
12:14Don't leave me hanging here forever
12:17With its catchy melody and smooth vocals to boot,
12:19this song was an indicator of the group's career to come.
12:22The song was a number two in both the U.S. and the U.K.
12:25and was a number one in Switzerland,
12:27proving the Swiss know a good thing when they hear it.
12:30My heart
12:376.
12:38Show Me The Meaning Of Being Lonely
12:40If you take everything we've said about their harmonies
12:42and how they make us feel each emotion,
12:44then multiply it by 10,000, you get this song.
12:47Show me the meaning of being lonely
12:52The vocal chemistry between the guys is unreal,
12:55and when you throw in the rich, layered orchestration,
12:58it just takes things to another level.
13:00The way it builds the feelings of longing and heartache
13:03pulls you right in.
13:05Show me the meaning of being lonely
13:16It's no wonder it got rave reviews,
13:18hit number six on the Billboard Hot 100,
13:21and earned certifications in multiple countries
13:23ranging from silver to platinum.
13:25Plus, it scored a Grammy for best pop performance
13:28by a duo or group with vocals.
13:305. Incomplete
13:36And some say comebacks are the stuff of dreams.
13:39Without you within me, I can't find no rest
13:46Five years after the release of Black & Blue,
13:49the Backstreet Boys' 2005 album Never Gone was released,
13:52headlined by this single.
13:54Not only a triumphant return to form,
13:56Never Gone managed to showcase a new dimension to the group
14:00with one of their best-produced songs to date leading the charge.
14:03I tried to go on like I never knew you
14:10As emotional as it is powerful,
14:12this track proved that as much as the group's songs were long-lasting,
14:15the group was equally capable of changing with the times.
14:19I went to be incomplete
14:264. As Long As You Love Me
14:28Proving they could sing love songs as well as they could dance numbers,
14:31the five-man group laid out their signature style of emotional ballads with this track.
14:35I don't care who you are, where you're from, what you did
14:43As Long As You Love Me carries themes of unconditional love
14:46and moving forward with relationships,
14:48and delivers them with a smooth-as-silk tone.
14:50Every little thing that you have said and done
14:55Feels like it's deep within me
14:58It's a track that's both easy to listen to and fiendishly addictive,
15:01so we can't get enough of this song.
15:03And with its near-global top-ten status,
15:06we clearly weren't the only ones.
15:08What you did I don't care
15:11As long as you love me
15:143. Larger Than Life
15:19The kick-off song from the Millennium album,
15:21the opening scream is enough to get everyone's blood pumping.
15:25I'm the one that hides when you're screaming my name
15:28Alright
15:30The lyrics to Larger Than Life take an introspective look at fame
15:33and the relationship with the fans.
15:35In fact, the track's chorus even thanks the group's fans and supporters
15:38for their love and dedication to the group.
15:40In return, the members of BSB knock it out of the park
15:43with this high-energy dance number.
15:45Oh, little people, can't you see, can't you see
15:49How your love's affecting our reality
15:53Meanwhile, its video is notable as the 14th most expensive video of all time,
15:58coming in at $2.1 million.
16:01Totally worth it.
16:02That makes you larger than life
16:072. Everybody Backstreet's Back
16:10Backstreet's back, alright.
16:11Oh my God, we're back again
16:15Brothers, sisters, everybody sing
16:19After their debut album,
16:21many wondered if this new pop group was just a passing phase.
16:24Proving once and for all that this was not the case,
16:26the group followed up strong with Backstreet's Back,
16:29letting the world know that not only were they back,
16:31but that they were here to stay.
16:33Everybody, yeah
16:37Rock your body
16:39A number sure to get everyone at the party dancing
16:41thanks to its powerful beat and anthemic chorus.
16:44This powerhouse can still be found on many fans' playlists today.
16:47Rock your body
16:51Backstreet's back, alright
16:54Before we unveil our top pick,
16:56here are some honorable mentions.
16:57Bigger
16:58Even the group called it one of their best since I Want It That Way.
17:01You're bigger than me
17:08That's the way I like it.
17:09This song deserves more love.
17:11That's the way we'd like it.
17:12Everybody, come on
17:14That's the way I like it
17:16We've Got It Goin' On
17:18The first single from their first album,
17:20and what an intro it was.
17:21They really do have it goin' on.
17:23I'm jammin' on this bench, just got it
17:25Come on now, everybody
17:27We've got it goin' on, oh yeah
17:31Inconsolable
17:32Newly a quartet,
17:33the group entered a new era with a new sound.
17:36Baby I would tell you every time you leave
17:41Inconsolable
17:44Get Another Boyfriend
17:45The boys really carved their space among the pop greats with this one.
17:48Now this must come to an end
17:51Hate to break it to you, but
17:53Get Another Boyfriend
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18:10I Want It That Way
18:13The crown jewel of the group's magnum opus album Millennium,
18:16I Want It That Way sweeps us off our feet with the soft opening notes
18:19and doesn't stop there.
18:21You are my fire
18:25A pop ballad to end all pop ballads,
18:28the rising energy of the song's arrangement is a pop song
18:31not soon forgotten by casual listeners and diehard fans alike.
18:34Tell me why it ain't nothin' but a lie
18:3930 million copies of the album sold, thanks in large part to this song
18:43and the boys donning all white for the music video,
18:46this song cemented the group as icons in pop culture history.
18:49Never wanna hear you say
18:52I want it that way
18:57What BSB song is your go-to? Let us know in the comments.
19:00Get down, smack it up, grip it, and move it all around
19:04Here it is, if you wanna get with this, put you at the top of my list
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