7 Hit Songs Musicians Regret Ever Releasing

"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.