‘Wishing On A Star’ is a single by British hip-hop group Fresh 4. The song peaked at No. 10 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
1989In 1989, the UK Singles Chart reflected a vibrant fusion of indie guitar bands, electronic club rhythms, and polished mainstream pop. The year was heavily defined by the rise of the Madchester scene, with groups like The Stone Roses and Happy Mondays successfully bridging the gap between rock and dance culture.The Stock Aitken Waterman production line maintained its tight grip on the charts, steering Jason Donovan and Kylie Minogue to multiple number-one hits. Black Box’s massive house anthem “Ride on Time” dominated the summer, spending six weeks at the summit to become the year’s best-selling single. The decade concluded with Band Aid II claiming the Christmas number-one spot, ending the 1980s exactly how they began—with a massive collaborative charity effort.
‘Street Tuff’ is a single by British jungle producers Double Trouble & The Rebel MC. The song peaked at No. 03 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Funky Cold Medina’ is a single by American rapper Tone Loc. The song peaked at No. 13 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘This Is The Right Time’ is a single by English singer/songwriter Lisa Stansfield. The song peaked at No. 13 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Superwoman’ is a single by American singer Karyn White. The song peaked at No. 11 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Kisses On The Wind’ is a single by Swedish singer/songwriter Neneh Cherry . The song peaked at No. 20 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Be With You’ is a single by American all-female rock band The Bangles. The song peaked at No. 23 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Losing My Mind’ is a single by American singer/actress Liza Minnelli. The song peaked at No. 06 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Something’s Jumpin’ In Your Shirt’ is a single by American actress/single Lisa Marie with pop pioneer Malcolm McLaren. The song peaked at No. 29 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Back To Life (However Do You Want Me)’ is a song by British musical collective Soul II Soul. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.