There have been many cultural changes when it comes to celebrating Christmas since the 1990s.
The decade saw the rise of Britpop and the Spice Girls’ own brand of “girl power” as well as the release of iconic festive films such as Home Alone.
But for many, thinking of the festive period in the 90s brings back nostalgia-tinted memories of colourful tree lights, homemade decorations and listening to the radio to find out who was crowned Christmas number one – a British festive tradition in its own right.
The official race to become Christmas Number 1 was exciting not just for the musicians in the running, but for those at home gathered around the radio waiting to hear the victorious song with tapes at the ready.
It may not feel quite as monumental in the age of streaming, but being named number one at Christmas is still held in high regard by many.
In the nineties, one band managed the achievement not just once, but three times while boy bands also managed to climb to the top. And that’s without mentioning… some of the more unexpected songs on the chart.
So, without further ado, here is every Christmas number one from the year 1990 all the way to 1999. How many do you remember?
9. 1998: Spice Girls – Goodbye
By 1998 the Spice Girls’ had lost Ginger Spice Geri Halliwell, however they hadn’t lost their ability to score Christmas Number 1 songs taking home the top spot for a third year in a row with Goodbye. | Getty Images
10. 1999: Westlife – I Have A Dream/Seasons In The Sun
While girl power may have helped define the era, in 1999 the end of the decade was ended by Irish boy band Westlife. They scored their first UK Christmas Number 1 with their double-sided cover singles of I Have A Dream and Seasons In The Sun. | United Archives via Getty Images