Macarena — Los del Río

"Macarena" by Los del Río is the definitive worst one-hit wonder, ranking #1 for its overwhelming yet fleeting cultural saturation. Released in 1995, the dance craze spent 14 consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, more than any other song on this list. Its ubiquitous line dance became a go-to punchline for guilty pleasures, yet the track's longevity in memory far exceeds its musical merit—a 2017 study found it still recognized by 89% of Americans. Outperforming #2's limited appeal, "Macarena" also sold over 11 million copies worldwide, but its single-hook simplicity cements its status as the apex of one-hit wonder notoriety.