The 90s

The 90s is a favorite decade of many and it was a time that holds a special place in the hearts of many millennials. During the decade we experienced war, monumental presidential elections, catchy pop tunes and many memories that we can share with our children and grandchildren. Here are a few of the most memorable moments in pop culture.

1. Boy Bands and Girl Groups








The 90s brought us many great musical acts. From the Backstreet Boys to Destiny’s Child to N*Sync and the Spice Girls, tens of thousands of girls (and boys) wallpapered their rooms with these musical acts. We fought over who was the better boy band with our friends, rushed home to see who made the top 10 count down on TRL, planned our weddings to our favorite Teen Idol and screamed our hearts out at their concerts. Some of us may still do some of these things now. Wink.


2. Clearly Canadian

Although this drink first made its debut in 1987, it also had a very important part of the 1990. They had what seemed like a million fruity flavors (to a kid) and you could almost get away with substituting it as regular water since it wasn’t actually pop. Clearly Canadian made a small comeback last year selling vintage cases to fans online.


3. All That
Who can forget the 30-minute variety show that introduced us to Kenan Thompson, Nick Cannon, Jamie Lynn Spears. For a kid it was our version of SNL they had amazing skits each week that range from Good Burger, Ask Ashley and Ear Boy and don’t favorite the musical performances at the end.

4. Goosebumps

R.L. Stine knew how to terrify us with his bone chilling books. Then we got to see them come to life in the TV series. I have to thank Mr. Stine because his books gave me an appreciation for reading. I remember owning several stories and I wish that I had kept them so I could one day pass them on to my future children.

5. Crystal Pepsi

It’s made by Pepsi but it tastes nothing like Pepsi. Either you loved the clear beverage or you hated it. I honestly couldn’t remember how it tasted back in the day or being a toddler when it came out if I was even allowed to have it. I just think that I remember it from the VH1 flashback shows. But thankfully Pepsi brought back Crystal Pepsi again this year and I was able to get my hands on a bottle. To my disappointment it just tasted like carbonated water with simple syrup. So basically sugar water.

6. ER

Even though this show came on pass many kids bedtime it still was a major part of 90’s pop culture. It's also one of the greatest TV drama's of our time.


7. Ghostwriter
Who would have thought that a ball of light “talking” to kids and helping them solve crimes would be such a big hit? Well, it was and to this day you can find episodes of the show on YouTube. If you decide to watch, see if you can spot the famous celebrities throughout the series.

8. TGIF

Did I do that? Friday nights was something every kid looked forward to. You had the weekend off from school and you got to kick it off with a lineup of great shows.

9. Home Improvement 
I feel like the best shows were in the 90’s. Home Improvement being one of them. One of my favorite parts of this show was how Tim Allen represented Detroit and Michigan in general. He always wore a sweatshirt in of a Michigan college in pretty much EVERY episode and the show was based in Detroit.

10. Are You Afraid of the Dark







This was hands down one of my favorite shows from the 90’s. Even though many of the episodes scared the crap out of me I always came back from more. I was also thrilled when they brought it back in the 2000’s. Sadly it didn’t last long the second time around.

11. Sister, Sister

Tia and Tamera were young ladies that I looked up too growing up. Today Sister, Sister is still one of my favorite shows and Tia and Tamera are still women that I admire.