"Creep" – Radiohead
Despite its massive success, Radiohead's Thom Yorke has expressed regret over the song, feeling it overshadowed the band's other work.
"Smells Like Teen Spirit" – Nirvana
Kurt Cobain grew tired of the song's overwhelming popularity, feeling it misrepresented the band's artistic vision.
"Like a Virgin" – Madonna
Madonna has mentioned she no longer relates to the song, though it was a major hit that solidified her pop icon status.
"Ice Ice Baby" – Vanilla Ice
Vanilla Ice has expressed embarrassment over the song, despite it being a chart-topping success, due to its cheesy lyrics and lasting association with his career.
"Fight for Your Right (To Party)" – Beastie Boys
The Beastie Boys regret the song’s success, as it was intended as a satire but was embraced unironically by fans.
"Achy Breaky Heart" – Billy Ray Cyrus
While it launched his career, Billy Ray Cyrus has mixed feelings about the song, as its novelty often overshadowed his other work.
"My Humps" – The Black Eyed Peas
Will.i.am has expressed regret over the song, feeling it was a "dumb" track that didn't reflect the group's true potential.