KROQ Top 106 Songs of 1993

Additional Notes on Songs

• Rank 1: Stone Temple Pilots - Plush - Core (1992)
  A grunge anthem from Core, its haunting riff made it a KROQ staple.
• Rank 2: Radiohead - Creep - Pablo Honey (1993)
  A raw alt-rock track from Pablo Honey, its self-loathing lyrics dominated KROQ airwaves.
• Rank 3: Blind Melon - No Rain - Blind Melon (1992)
  A whimsical alt-rock hit from their self-titled album, its sunny vibe was a KROQ favorite.
• Rank 4: Pearl Jam - Daughter - Vs. (1993)
  A poignant grunge track from Vs., its emotional storytelling resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 5: Duran Duran - Come Undone - The Wedding Album (1993)
  A sultry pop-rock track from The Wedding Album, its moody vibe earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 6: Gin Blossoms - Hey Jealousy - New Miserable Experience (1992)
  A jangly alt-rock hit from New Miserable Experience, its catchy melody was a KROQ staple.
• Rank 7: The Cranberries - Linger - Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We? (1993)
  A dreamy alt-pop track from their debut, its ethereal vocals resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 8: Soul Asylum - Runaway Train - Grave Dancers Union (1992)
  A heartfelt alt-rock ballad from Grave Dancers Union, its emotional depth was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 9: The Smashing Pumpkins - Today - Siamese Dream (1993)
  An upbeat alt-rock track from Siamese Dream, its ironic optimism dominated KROQ.
• Rank 10: Red Hot Chili Peppers - Soul To Squeeze - Non-album Single (1993)
  A soulful rock track from the Coneheads soundtrack, its funky vibe earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 11: The Breeders - Cannonball - Last Splash (1993)
  A quirky alt-rock hit from Last Splash, its infectious riff was a KROQ favorite.
• Rank 12: Tears For Fears - Break It Down Again - Elemental (1993)
  A melodic pop-rock track from Elemental, its reflective tone resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 13: Rage Against the Machine - Killing In The Name - Rage Against the Machine (1992)
  A fiery rap-metal track from their debut, its political rage dominated KROQ.
• Rank 14: Lenny Kravitz - Are You Gonna Go My Way - Are You Gonna Go My Way (1993)
  A funky rock anthem from his self-titled album, its high energy was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 15: Nirvana - Heart-Shaped Box - In Utero (1993)
  A dark grunge track from In Utero, its haunting intensity resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 16: Duran Duran - Ordinary World - The Wedding Album (1993)
  A soaring pop-rock ballad from The Wedding Album, its emotional depth continued on KROQ.
• Rank 17: Porno For Pyros - Pets - Porno For Pyros (1993)
  A quirky alt-rock track from their debut, its surreal vibe fit KROQ’s playlist.
• Rank 18: Spin Doctors - Two Princes - Pocket Full of Kryptonite (1991)
  An upbeat alt-rock track from Pocket Full of Kryptonite, its catchy hook was a KROQ staple.
• Rank 19: Cracker - Low - Kerosene Hat (1993)
  A gritty alt-rock track from Kerosene Hat, its hypnotic riff resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 20: Pearl Jam - Black - Ten (1991)
  A haunting grunge ballad from Ten, its emotional intensity kept it in KROQ rotation.
• Rank 21: U2 - Numb - Zooropa (1993)
  A hypnotic alt-rock track from Zooropa, its minimalist vibe was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 22: Sting - Fields of Gold - Ten Summoner's Tales (1993)
  A tender folk-pop track from Ten Summoner's Tales, its romantic tone earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 23: Stone Temple Pilots - Wicked Garden - Core (1992)
  A heavy grunge track from Core, its raw energy continued on KROQ.
• Rank 24: 4 Non Blondes - What's Up? - Bigger, Better, Faster, More! (1992)
  An anthemic alt-rock track from their debut, its soaring vocals dominated KROQ.
• Rank 25: The Lemonheads - Mrs. Robinson - Non-album Single (1992)
  A jangly cover of Simon & Garfunkel’s classic, its pop energy remained a KROQ favorite.
• Rank 26: The Smashing Pumpkins - Disarm - Siamese Dream (1993)
  A haunting alt-rock ballad from Siamese Dream, its emotional depth resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 27: Ace Of Base - All That She Wants - The Sign (1993)
  A catchy pop track from The Sign, its infectious beat was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 28: Alice In Chains - Rooster - Dirt (1992)
  A dark grunge track from Dirt, its intense storytelling kept it in KROQ rotation.
• Rank 29: King Missile - Detachable Penis - Happy Hour (1992)
  A quirky alt-rock track from Happy Hour, its offbeat humor fit KROQ’s eclectic vibe.
• Rank 30: Belly - Feed the Tree - Star (1993)
  A dreamy alt-rock track from Star, its jangly melody earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 31: New Order - Regret - Republic (1993)
  A shimmering alt-pop track from Republic, its reflective tone was a KROQ favorite.
• Rank 32: The Smashing Pumpkins - Cherub Rock - Siamese Dream (1993)
  An energetic alt-rock track from Siamese Dream, its driving riff resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 33: UB40 - Can't Help Falling In Love - Non-album Single (1993)
  A reggae cover of Elvis’ classic from the Sliver soundtrack, its smooth vibe was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 34: Depeche Mode - I Feel You - Songs of Faith and Devotion (1993)
  A gritty electronic track from Songs of Faith and Devotion, its raw energy fit KROQ’s playlist.
• Rank 35: Screaming Trees - Nearly Lost You - Sweet Oblivion (1992)
  A melodic grunge track from Sweet Oblivion, its emotional intensity continued on KROQ.
• Rank 36: Stereo MCs - Connected - Connected (1992)
  A funky hip-hop track from Connected, its groovy beat kept it in KROQ rotation.
• Rank 37: Sting - If I Ever Lose My Faith In You - Ten Summoner's Tales (1993)
  An introspective pop-rock track from Ten Summoner's Tales, its hopeful tone earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 38: Machines Of Loving Grace - Butterfly Wings - Concentration (1993)
  Machines Of Loving Grace, an industrial rock band, delivered this dark, atmospheric track with pulsating beats, from Concentration. It blends cyberpunk aesthetics with 90s alternative grit. KROQ aired it for its brooding, underground appeal.
• Rank 39: R.E.M. - Man On The Moon - Automatic for the People (1992)
  A nostalgic alt-rock track from Automatic for the People, its storytelling resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 40: Juliana Hatfield Three - My Sister - Become What You Are (1993)
  Juliana Hatfield Three, an alternative band led by Juliana Hatfield, crafted this jangly, emotional track with a 90s pop-rock vibe, from Become What You Are. It showcases her introspective songwriting. KROQ played it for its heartfelt, indie charm.
• Rank 41: Porno For Pyros - Cursed Female - Porno For Pyros (1993)
  A raw alt-rock track from their debut, its primal energy fit KROQ’s vibe.
• Rank 42: Björk - Human Behaviour - Debut (1993)
  An eclectic pop track from Debut, its quirky production was a KROQ favorite.
• Rank 43: Depeche Mode - Walking In My Shoes - Songs of Faith and Devotion (1993)
  A brooding electronic track from Songs of Faith and Devotion, its emotional depth resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 44: Tool - Sober - Undertow (1993)
  A heavy alt-metal track from Undertow, its intense energy fit KROQ’s playlist.
• Rank 45: Lenny Kravitz - Believe - Are You Gonna Go My Way (1993)
  A soulful rock track from Are You Gonna Go My Way, its uplifting vibe earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 46: Shaggy - Oh Carolina - Pure Pleasure (1993)
  A reggae dancehall track from Pure Pleasure, its upbeat rhythm earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 47: Dinosaur Jr. - Start Choppin - Where You Been (1993)
  A jangly alt-rock track from Where You Been, its laid-back energy fit KROQ’s vibe.
• Rank 48: R.E.M. - Everybody Hurts - Automatic for the People (1992)
  A heartfelt ballad from Automatic for the People, its emotional depth remained a KROQ staple.
• Rank 49: The Proclaimers - I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) - Sunshine on Leith (1988)
  An anthemic pop-rock track from Sunshine on Leith, its resurgence on KROQ was a hit.
• Rank 50: White Zombie - Thunder Kiss '65 - La Sexorcisto: Devil Music Volume One (1992)
  A heavy industrial metal track from La Sexorcisto, its groovy riff resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 51: New Order - World (The Price of Love) - Republic (1993)
  An upbeat alt-pop track from Republic, its danceable beat earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 52: Cypress Hill - Insane In The Brain - Black Sunday (1993)
  A funky hip-hop track from Black Sunday, its rebellious energy was a KROQ favorite.
• Rank 53: 10,000 Maniacs - Candy Everybody Wants - Our Time in Eden (1992)
  A melodic folk-pop track from Our Time in Eden, its cheerful vibe kept it in KROQ rotation.
• Rank 54: Suede - Metal Mickey - Suede (1993)
  A glam-inspired alt-rock track from their self-titled debut, its swagger fit KROQ’s playlist.
• Rank 55: Gin Blossoms - Found Out About You - New Miserable Experience (1992)
  A jangly alt-rock track from New Miserable Experience, its bittersweet tone resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 56: 10,000 Maniacs - These Are Days - Our Time in Eden (1992)
  An uplifting folk-pop track from Our Time in Eden, its joyful vibe continued on KROQ.
• Rank 57: Electroset - How Does It Feel? - Non-album Single (1993)
  Electroset, an electronic music project, released this pulsing techno track as a single, capturing the early 90s rave scene with its hypnotic beats and ethereal vocals. KROQ aired it for its underground dance appeal.
• Rank 58: The Posies - Dream All Day - Frosting on the Beater (1993)
  A melodic power-pop track from Frosting on the Beater, its dreamy hooks earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 59: Pearl Jam - Go - Vs. (1993)
  A high-energy grunge track from Vs., its raw intensity was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 60: Tasmin Archer - Sleeping Satellite - Great Expectations (1992)
  A soaring pop-rock track from Great Expectations, its celestial vibe resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 61: Wailing Souls - Shark Attack - All Over the World (1992)
  Wailing Souls, a Jamaican reggae band, delivered this roots reggae track with a laid-back groove, from All Over the World. It blends social commentary with a chill rhythm. KROQ played it for its authentic reggae sound.
• Rank 62: Soul Asylum - Black Gold - Grave Dancers Union (1992)
  A gritty alt-rock track from Grave Dancers Union, its raw energy remained a KROQ favorite.
• Rank 63: Nirvana - Rape Me - In Utero (1993)
  A provocative grunge track from In Utero, its raw emotion fit KROQ’s vibe.
• Rank 64: 10,000 Maniacs - Because The Night - MTV Unplugged (1993)
  A heartfelt cover of Patti Smith’s classic from MTV Unplugged, its acoustic vibe resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 65: Blind Melon - Tones of Home - Blind Melon (1992)
  A melodic alt-rock track from their self-titled album, its reflective tone earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 66: The Cranberries - Dreams - Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We? (1993)
  An ethereal alt-pop track from their debut, its dreamy melody was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 67: Morrissey - Jack The Ripper - Non-album Single (1993)
  A moody track, later on World of Morrissey, its dramatic flair fit KROQ’s playlist.
• Rank 68: 10,000 Maniacs - Everyday Is Like Sunday - Non-album Single (1993)
  A folk-pop cover of Morrissey’s classic, its gentle vibe resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 69: Frank Black - Los Angeles - Frank Black (1993)
  An angular alt-rock track from his self-titled debut, its quirky energy earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 70: Sunscreem - Love U More - O₃ (1993)
  An uplifting dance track from O₃, its euphoric beat continued to shine on KROQ.
• Rank 71: Primus - Mr. Krinkle - Pork Soda (1993)
  A funky alt-metal track from Pork Soda, its oddball energy fit KROQ’s eclectic vibe.
• Rank 72: 311 - Do You Right - Music (1993)
  An upbeat alt-rock track from Music, its reggae-infused groove was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 73: The Lemonheads - It's A Shame About Ray - It's a Shame About Ray (1992)
  A jangly pop-rock track from It's a Shame About Ray, its sunny vibe kept it in KROQ rotation.
• Rank 74: UB40 - Higher Ground - Promises and Lies (1993)
  An upbeat reggae track from Promises and Lies, its positive energy resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 75: Cop Shoot Cop - $10 Bill - Ask Questions Later (1993)
  Cop Shoot Cop, an industrial punk band, delivered this gritty, chaotic track with a raw edge, from Ask Questions Later. It captures the early 90s underground scene with its abrasive sound. KROQ aired it for its intense, experimental appeal.
• Rank 76: Beck - Loser - Mellow Gold (1994)
  A slacker alt-rock anthem, released as a single in 1993, its quirky vibe became a KROQ staple.
• Rank 77: Dead Can Dance - The Ubiquitous Mr. Lovegrove - Into the Labyrinth (1993)
  Dead Can Dance, an ethereal world music duo, created this haunting track with a Middle Eastern flair, from Into the Labyrinth. It blends gothic and global influences with mesmerizing vocals. KROQ played it for its mystical, underground sound.
• Rank 78: The The - Dogs Of Lust - Dusk (1993)
  A brooding alt-rock track from Dusk, its sensual energy earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 79: Boy George - The Crying Game - Non-album Single (1992)
  A melancholic pop track from The Crying Game soundtrack, its emotional tone fit KROQ’s vibe.
• Rank 80: Nirvana - In Bloom - Nevermind (1991)
  A melodic grunge track from Nevermind, its catchy riff remained a KROQ favorite.
• Rank 81: House Of Pain - Shamrocks and Shenanigans - House of Pain (1992)
  A playful hip-hop track from their debut, its Irish flair continued on KROQ.
• Rank 82: The Cure - Halo - Non-album Single (1993)
  A dreamy alt-pop track, later on Wish Deluxe Edition, its ethereal vibe resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 83: Terence Trent D'Arby - She Kissed Me - Symphony or Damn (1993)
  A funky rock track from Symphony or Damn, its soulful energy earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 84: Goo Goo Dolls - We Are The Normal - Superstar Car Wash (1993)
  An alt-rock track from Superstar Car Wash, its earnest vibe fit KROQ’s playlist.
• Rank 85: Tears For Fears - Elemental - Elemental (1993)
  A reflective pop-rock track from Elemental, its melodic charm resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 86: Ned's Atomic Dustbin - Not Sleeping Around - Are You Normal? (1992)
  An energetic alt-rock track from Are You Normal?, its driving beat kept it in KROQ rotation.
• Rank 87: Alice In Chains - Angry Chair - Dirt (1992)
  A dark grunge track from Dirt, its heavy riff continued to resonate on KROQ.
• Rank 88: The Lemonheads - Into Your Arms - Come on Feel the Lemonheads (1993)
  A tender pop-rock track from Come on Feel the Lemonheads, its heartfelt melody was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 89: Jesus Jones - The Devil You Know - Perverse (1993)
  A dark alt-rock track from Perverse, its moody energy fit KROQ’s vibe.
• Rank 90: Pearl Jam - Crazy Mary - Vs. (1993)
  A soulful grunge track from Vs., its emotional depth earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 91: The Cure - Purple Haze (album version) - Non-album Single (1993)
  A psychedelic cover of Jimi Hendrix’s classic from the Stone Free tribute album, its trippy vibe resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 92: Nirvana - Sappy - Non-album Single (1993)
  A raw grunge track, later on the No Alternative compilation, its haunting tone fit KROQ’s playlist.
• Rank 93: Duran Duran - Too Much Information - The Wedding Album (1993)
  An upbeat pop-rock track from The Wedding Album, its satirical edge earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 94: Arrested Development - Mr. Wendal - 3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life Of... (1992)
  A conscious hip-hop track from their debut, its social message kept it in KROQ rotation.
• Rank 95: U2 - Lemon - Zooropa (1993)
  A funky alt-dance track from Zooropa, its experimental vibe was a KROQ hit.
• Rank 96: Ween - Push th' Little Daisies - Pure Guava (1992)
  A quirky alt-rock track from Pure Guava, its offbeat humor fit KROQ’s eclectic vibe.
• Rank 97: Nick Heyward - Kite - From Monday to Sunday (1993)
  A melodic pop-rock track from From Monday to Sunday, its uplifting tone resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 98: Belly - Slow Dog - Star (1993)
  A dreamy alt-rock track from Star, its hypnotic melody earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 99: Mona Lisa Overdrive - Stuck - Non-album Single (1993)
  Mona Lisa Overdrive, an obscure alternative band, released this gritty, lo-fi track as a single, blending punk and shoegaze elements with a raw 90s vibe. KROQ aired it for its underground, DIY appeal.
• Rank 100: X - New Life - Beyond and Back: The X Anthology (1997)
  X, a veteran punk band, released this energetic track as a single in 1993, later on Beyond and Back. It captures their raw, timeless punk spirit. KROQ played it for its nostalgic punk energy.
• Rank 101: The Boo Radleys - There She Goes - Non-album Single (1993)
  A jangly cover of The La’s classic, its dreamy pop vibe fit KROQ’s playlist.
• Rank 102: Stone Temple Pilots - Sex Type Thing - Core (1992)
  A heavy grunge track from Core, its provocative energy kept it in KROQ rotation.
• Rank 103: Dig - Believe - Dig (1993)
  An alt-rock track from their self-titled debut, its melodic intensity resonated on KROQ.
• Rank 104: Dr. Alban - It's My Life - One Love (1992)
  An upbeat Eurodance track from One Love, its infectious beat earned KROQ spins.
• Rank 105: Midnight Oil - Outbreak of Love - Earth and Sun and Moon (1993)
  A reflective rock track from Earth and Sun and Moon, its heartfelt tone fit KROQ’s vibe.
• Rank 106: 808 State - One In Ten - Non-album Single (1993)
  An electronic cover of UB40’s classic from The First Wives Club soundtrack, its dance energy resonated on KROQ.