Wonderwall — Oasis (1995)

"Wonderwall" remains the definitive guitar-strumming anthem of the 1990s, having topped 250 million streams on Spotify. Noel Gallagher's bittersweet composition is more than a beginner's standard; it outperforms #2 on this list in cultural saturation, remaining a staple on radio charts for over 75 consecutive weeks in the UK alone. Its chord progression inspired a generation, yet it is slower than the average Britpop hit, clocking in at 84 BPM. The song's enduring appeal lies in its raw emotional pull, and it is 30% more referenced in pop culture than the typical top 90s track.