Tag: Top List

  • Fun town of the world revealed as Chicago, London comes 10th!

    Fun town of the world revealed as Chicago, London comes 10th!

    Chicago is the fun capital of the world — streets ahead of London in TENTH place, according to a major new study.

    Chicago
    CREDIT: Pixabay / CC0 Public Domain / tpsdave
    • Chicago named most fun city in the world

    • Chicago is a great getaway for the gay community with two gay neigbourhoods, Boystown and Andersonville

    • Has one of America’s largest prides.

     
    The ‘windy city’ topped a global poll of 20,000 people, scoring highest for the best restaurants, bars and neighbourhoods.

    Melbourne was runner-up, followed by Lisbon, New York, Madrid, Mexico City, Sao Paolo, Los Angeles, Barcelona and – in 10th place – London.

    Chicago was praised for its affordability and friendliness, and residents reported the best work-life balance.

    London-dwellers admitted they work longer hours than they’d like, allowing for less ‘fun-time’ in their personal life.

    But Londoners certainly make the most of their 9-5 – a third say some of their closest friends are colleagues and one in five have had sex at work.

     

    QUIZ: We know if you’re going to have sex at your office Christmas party

    And London pipped Sydney to the title of the world hangover capital.

    Time Out London’s Editor-in-Chief, Caroline McGinn said,

    “We surveyed 20,000 urbanites in 18 cities across the world to find out two things. First: where are the most dynamic, gastronomic, culturally unbeatable urban hotspots right now?

    “And second: what are we up to and how is that changing? We found out some fun stuff along the way.

    “Looking for sex? Better heard to Plumstead or Paris. Food and culture? Chicago and NYC are buzzing.

    “Lisbon is the place to fall in love. As for London, we’ve got plenty going on in this amazing and culturally vibrant city, but many are feeling a bit lonely and hungover right now.”

    The Time Out City Index shows Melbourne is the second most fun city in the world, as it has a great quality of life, and ranks highly for its bars and restaurants.

    Six in 10 people find Melbourne an easy place to live and three-quarters of residents love living there.

    Lisbon takes third place and is ranked as the world’s most sociable and least lonely city.

    New York was fourth, praised for its arts, nightlife and music – although it has the toughest dating scene of them all.

    Fifth place went to clubbing capital Madrid, where people go out 19 times a year compared to just six times in Melbourne.

    Madrid also has the lowest working hours of all 18 countries, as people only work 39 hours a week.

    Tokyo and Paris are the most cultured cities, with the highest number of residents regularly going to theatres or museums.

    People in Mexico City have the most affairs and are the least stressed, Miami emerged as the capital of threesomes and Barcelona is the home of the boozy lunch.

    Despite other cities being more affordable, easier for making friends and offering a better work-life balance, 66 percent claim there are always new things to do.

    Londoners go to theatres and museums up to 25 times a year, they enjoy 4.7 nights out a month and two-thirds say the capital has a great restaurant scene.

    The ‘Big Smoke’ is also vying with Sydney for the title of hangover capital and one-night stand hotspot – 64 per cent versus 65 per cent.

    Londoners have sex 1.2 times a week – compared to Parisians who have sex an average of 1.6 times a week, more than in any other city.

    Caroline McGinn for Time Out London added.

    “If there’s one thing that Time Out really knows and loves, its cities.

    “We’ve been dedicated to discovering their best bits for many years. Now we thought it was about time to document urban life. Because cities are important. They’re fun. But they’re also crucibles for new opportunities, new ideas, and new ways of living.”

    Other highlights discovered in the Time Out City Index include New York residents go out the most (6.4 times a month), Toyko city dwellers love sharing their food pictures on Instagram and Dubai are stuck in the office the longest.

    People are most likely to have a friendly chat with strangers in Chicago, and in contrast, those in Singapore are least sociable, choosing to keep themselves to themselves.

     

    1. Chicago
    2. Melbourne
    3. Lisbon
    4. New York
    5. Madrid
    6. Mexico City
    7. Sao Paolo
    8. Los Angeles
    9. Barcelona
    10. London
    11. Hong Kong
    12. Miami
    13. Tokyo
    14. Singapore (homosexuality not legal)
    15. Paris
    16. Sydney
    17. Dubai (homosexuality not legal)
    18. Kuala Lumpur (homosexuality not legal)

  • 11 unbelievable myths that still exist about HIV

    11 unbelievable myths that still exist about HIV

    Decades on since the first recorded cases of what would become known as HIV and AIDS, myths are still circulating about this condition. Here’s 11 of the weirdest that still persist.

    CREDIT: tashatuvango-bigstock

    1) That only gay men can get HIV

    Are you living in the 80s? HIV does not see sexuality, it does not see gender, it does not see race or greed. Anyone who comes into contact with the virus could potential be infected.

    2) HIV can be transmitted by kissing

    HIV cannot be passed through saliva, so cannot be

    3) HIV can be passed on by sharing a toothbrush

    HIV cannot survive outside the human body, so it is unlikely you can pass on HIV through this method.

    4) People with HIV will die young

    There is no reason why someone who is living with HIV will die young because of the virus. Get tested, know your status and get the medication you need.

    5) You will get HIV if you sleep with someone that has HIV

    Not always the case. A lot depends on their viral load, whether they are on medication and how much exposure you have to their bodily fluids. So if you’re both using condoms, using PrEP and their viral load is low the likelihood of you contradicting HIV is near zero.

    6) You can catch HIV?

    Nope HIV isn’t a ball or frisbee.

    7) You can get infected with HIV by sharing a bath with someone who has it.

    HIV can not live outside the human body and bath water is pretty much deadly to the virus.

    8) HIV and AIDS are the same thing.

    Not true. HIV means that a person has the virus in their body. AIDS is when someone’s immune system is compromised so much that they can no longer fight off diseases.

    9) HIV is a death sentence.

    As long as you test, know your status and get manage your health in the right way, you can live a long, full life.

    10) HIV is a bisexual disease

    No matter what you heard on TV, there’s nothing to suggest that this is true. HIV doesn’t care if you’re gay, bisexual or straight.

    11) Kids are learning about this stuff in Schools.

    Sex ed is not compulsory in all schools in the UK.

  • Running man | 8 top tip if you’re planning to start running again

    Running man | 8 top tip if you’re planning to start running again

    If you are looking to get back into running after a break here is advice from Lewis Manning, Senior Sports Physiotherapist at BMI The London Independent Hospital

    running tips and jogging rules
    CREDIT: Maridav-bigstock

    Gradual training

    The most important thing you need to remember when getting back into running after a break, especially if you’re recovering from an injury, is to increase your training gradually. All other interventions are secondary to this and if you get this wrong, you are much more likely to get injured. This is because both your cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems take time to adapt to the new load that is being put on them.

    Slow increases

    The general rule when running is that you should only increase your training load by 10% a week (unless your longest run is less than 4 miles, then you can increase things a bit more quickly).

    Have a good pair of running shoes that suit you.

    Everyone is different and it doesn’t have to be the most expensive pair that are the best.

    Be careful about starting to run if you are significantly overweight.

    It may be helpful to begin with low-impact exercise such as walking or cross training to begin with.

    Warming up

    Warm up by running a bit slower for the first 5-10 minutes is important on the higher intensity (especially interval) runs. However, general static stretching before running has been shown to not reduce the chances of injury. It may be important to stretch specific muscles that are tight on you, but this should be done throughout the week, not just before a run.

    Running on softer surfaces

    Surfaces such as grass or a treadmill are a great way to get back into training as they put less force through your body. However, if you are competing in an event that requires road running, you will need to do some training on the road too.

    Eat correctly

    (again, this is another topic in itself) and drink when you need to. Don’t be obsessed by drinking, whether it be water or sports drinks, however. Your body will tell you when you need to drink and drinking too much can cause as many problems as not drinking enough.

    Listen to your body.

    Your body will generally ache a bit when returning to running. However, if niggles become persistent and are worsening, you should nip this in the bud early by getting advice from a physiotherapist.

     

    This article was taken from Issue 2. Subscribe now

  • Top 5 gay things to do in 2017 around the UK

    Top 5 gay things to do in 2017 around the UK

    Top 5 gay things to do in 2017 around the UK

    Sponsored by

    De-Lovely Hotel

     

    BLACKPOOL – Book A Weekend Break For Single Gay Men

    fullsizeoutput_1932
    With all the bad press around dating apps at the moment, one hotel in Blackpool is offering something a little different for 2017. Fun packed weekends for single gay men. Enjoy a two-night break in one of the UK’s largest gay party towns whilst meeting up with other single gay men. You can get involved as much or as little as you want and whether you’re looking for love or just new friends, you’re guaranteed a memorable weekend. Two night stays from just £65 including welcome and farewell drinks.

    When: Various dates, see website for details.

    Visit: De-LovelyHotel.co.uk for more information
    Bookings: 01253 717943


    HULL – Attend the 1st ever national UK Pride event

    50 years on since the decriminalisation of homosexuality in the UK, Hull will be hosting the first national LGBT+ UK Pride event, having been awarded the honour earlier this year. This new annual event will be awarded to different towns and cities across the UK each year and is hailed as the UK’s newest and largest Pride Party that’ll attract thousands of LGBT+ people from across the UK. Book early!

    When: 22nd July 2017

    Visit: PrideInHull.co.uk for act announcements and tickets


    SNOWDONIA – Climb the UK’s third tallest mountain… in a frock!

    © AMzPhoto Depositphotos

    Join the Queens Of Snowdonia and drag up for charity this coming July 2017. Organised by Miss Roxy Ritz and other Queens, the walkers hope to raise £10,000 for four different charities. So if you wish to take part and relive that famous Priscilla scene then get yourself signed up. Heels not recommended!

    When: 7th July 2017

    Visit: Queens Of Snowdonia Facebook page for sign-up and updates.


    CARDIFF – Visit the Iris Prize LGBTI Film Festival

    CREDIT: ©-franky242-Depositphotos
    CREDIT: ©-franky242-Depositphotos

    With thirty short films by or about LGBTI people, you’ll be sure to find your own winner as they compete to win the £30,000 prize in this 10th annual festival. Set over four days, you’ll have plenty of time to take in the city of Cardiff.

    When: 10th – 15th October 2017

    Visit: IrisPrize.org for more details


    EDINBURGH – Get all cuddly at BearScotFest

    CREDIT: © kantver Depositphotos_52523889_s-2015
    CREDIT: © kantver Depositphotos_52523889_s-2015

    Four days of parties, brunches and sightseeing await the bears, cubs, otters, chasers and admirers at the UK’s largest coming together of all things furry at BearScotFest 2017 in a city filled with heritage sites and numerous gay bars to explore.

    When: 5th – 8th October 2017

    Visit: BearScots.org.uk for more details

     

     

  • Five ways not to be racist on gay dating apps

    No Blacks. No Asians. No Queens.

    I bet you already know where these quotes come from. I am also pretty sure you’ve seen them. Yes, these are common quotes from Grindr profiles. What’s worse is that I imagine you can think of more Grindr, Gaydar, GayRomeo profiles with further offensive and racist remarks on them.

    But surely we can discriminate on who we fancy? Of course.

    We must have the right to decide what shape, size and colour the dick is we choose to squeeze, suck or sit on? Without a doubt.

    And if I want to say what I don’t like then it saves time doesn’t it? Perhaps.

    So if I don’t fancy a black or white guy then I have the right to say so, don’t I? Maybe.

    But there are ways of saying things.

    So… Here are 5 things not to do on gay dating apps.

    1) Do not use racist language. We all know what they are. No one thinks you’re big or smart or edgy for using them. And being practical, not many guys invite racists round to their houses.

    2) Put what you like, what you ARE into. It’s more positive and inclusive and appealing to a wider range of people. Saying you like something, or love something is much more attractive than associating you with ‘No this’, ‘No that’ or other negative concepts.

    3) Be polite. If someone messages you that doesn’t give you butterflies in your stomach (or lower) then just say thanks but no thanks. Most people will get the hint, and if they don’t just block them. It’s easier than resorting to a racist rant.

    4) Be inclusive. Try not to see people as one dimensional. Not all ethnicities are the same. Look at your arm – it everyone with that similar shade the same as you? Do they eat the same food, socialise in the same way, believe the same as you do just because your skin matches? Of course not, so don’t apply this ignorance to other arm shades.

    5) Challenge yourself. How many of your friends are the same as you? Do they all look the same, come from similar backgrounds? Most are probably the same age. How about bringing some diversity to your life? Speak to someone new, someone with maybe a different experience, a different outlook, a different skin colour – they might be able to shed new light on life. How does your coming out experience compare to the Asian guy 200 meters away or the polish guy four roads away or the twink smiling at you at the bottom of your screen?

     

     

    A version of this article first appeared on THEGAYUK.com in July 2013

     

  • Can’t get a date? 50 biggest turn offs revealed

    Can’t get a date? 50 biggest turn offs revealed

    Are you finding it hard to get a date? Perhaps it’s time to invest in some soap and a new deodorant.

    Cigarettes
    CREDIT:CC0 Public Domain / PublicDomainPictures / Pixababy

    Talking about ex-partners, being rude to waiting staff and having dirty fingernails are among the biggest turn-offs on a first date, a study has revealed.

    Wearing ‘bad shoes’ and talking about yourself in the third person also appeared in the top 50 lists of no-nos.

    The poll of 2,000 single people by e-cigarette pioneers blu revealed bad body odour as the top turn-off.

    Almost three-quarters of adults said it would be their main reason to avoid a follow-up date.

    Second place went to bad tempers, followed by lying, acting selfishly and having bad breath.

    The study also found that people would prefer to date someone who vaped, over one who smoked.

    Some people – clearly still haunted by their experiences – logged very specific complaints, including one encounter in which a man went on at great length about his hobby of collecting PARROT shaped ornaments.

    Fifty-three per cent said they form an opinion on someone in 15 minutes or less, and over half would ditch someone who seemed otherwise perfect but had one glaring flaw.

    The poll also showed wholesome traits were still valued as the most important qualities in a date, favouring a sense of humour and good hygiene over wealth and fashion sense, with non-smoking also a key consideration in a partner.

    Jon Solimando, Brand Director at blu, said,

    “Between the multitude of online apps, not to mention traditional ways like meeting in a bar or club, Brits now have more options than ever before to help them line up a first date.

    “As an alternative to ‘turning off’ potential dates through smoking, as this research has shown, adult smokers can now get six weeks’ worth of blu products for less than the price of a pack of cigarettes upon signing up at love.blu.com.”

    The study was carried out as part of blu’s new ‘Six Weeks to Fall in Love’ offer.

    THE TOP 50 TURN-OFFS
    1.Body odour
    2.Bad temper
    3.Lying
    4.Being selfish
    5. Bad breath (cigarettes)
    6. Bad breath (unidentified food)
    7.No sense of humour
    8.Yellow teeth
    9.Eats disgustingly
    10.Having dirty clothes
    11.Being rude to waiters
    12.Had nothing in common
    13.Dirty fingernails
    14.Smoking
    15.Smelly feet
    16.Talking about exes too much
    17.Being sexist
    18.Bad fake tan
    19.Being jealous
    20.Being obsessed with money
    21.Took too many selfies
    22.Being cheap
    23.Bad breath (coffee)
    24.Can’t handle alcohol
    25.Referring to themselves in the third person
    26.Someone who looks at themselves more than you
    27.Dandruff
    28.Talked about babies/marriage on the first date
    29.Someone who doesn’t make you a priority
    30.Horrible perfume/aftershave
    31.Had piercings
    32.Being late
    33.Annoying laugh
    34.Being insecure
    35.A nasal voice
    36.Tattoos
    37.Bad make-up
    38.Friends didn’t like them
    39.Bad haircut
    40.Bad fashion sense
    41.Obviously checking out your body
    42.No career ambition
    43.Too much perfume/aftershave
    44.Big nose
    45.Had rubbish taste in music
    46.Still living with parents
    47.Bad shoes
    48.Had rubbish taste in TV
    49.Living with parents
    50. Wore braces

  • 5 things you probably didn’t know about prostate cancer, but should

    We look at one male cancer which touches the lives of at least one in eight men in the UK, Prostate cancer.

    With the help of Dr Gordon Muir, the Consultant Urological Surgeon at London Bridge Hospital, we dispell some untruths and discovers some facts about cancer which affects nearly 1 in eight men in the UK.

    Here’re 5 things you probably didn’t know about prostate cancer, but should.

     

    No early symptoms.

    Prostate cancer usually gives off no early signs. Dr Gordon Muir, the Consultant Urological Surgeon at London Bridge Hospital said, that it “can be diagnosed only by examination or a blood test.”

    He suggests that you should get checked out if you have, “bone pain, difficulty passing urine, or general malaise”, which might signify advanced prostate cancer.

    Blood tests reveal the truth.

    It isn’t all fingers up the bum. A blood test followed by a biopsy is taken to help doctors determine your prostate health.

    Race and genetics are a factor.

    There are a couple of higher risk groups. Dr Gordon Muir tells us that black men are much more likely to develop the disease. Family history also plays a huge role in your risk factor.

    Diet can make a difference.

    You should take good care of your diet as Dr Muir points out, “Being overweight and eating a lot of cooked red meat may increase the risk slightly too.” To remedy this he suggests, “tomatoes, green and yellow vegetables, soya protein, coffee and garlic may all help. As with most diseases, the best advice is to eat a healthy diet and keep fit”.

    There are five types of prostate cancer.

    Last year it was announced that the scientists from the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute and Addenbrooke’s Hospital made the shocking discovery that there are five kinds of prostate cancer.

    The discovery means that doctors will now potentially be able to distinguish between slow growing to the deadlier cancers. The discovery was identified by comparing 250 samples removed during surgery.

  • Four programmes you didn’t know you had to watch on Amazon Prime

    Four programmes you didn’t know you had to watch on Amazon Prime

    Looking for something interesting to watch on Amazon Prime, we’ve found four shows you NEED to be watching this winter.

    These are the four shows you didn’t know you needed to watch… Stat.

     

    Please Like Me

    Three Series available

    Please Like Me
    Please Like Me

    You need to discover this gem of an Australian comedy, created by out actor, writer and comedian Josh Thomas. Follow Josh as he comes out as gay finds his first (second and third) boyfriend and discovers the joy of cooking, dog handling and straight-roommate disciplining. One of the best shows to come out of Australia in years. Fresh and full of heart.

     

    Web Therapy

    Four Series available

    Lisa Kudrow Web Therapy
    CREDIT: Is or Isn’t Entertainment

    If you loved (the often over-looked) The Comeback with Lisa Kudrow you are going to LOVE Web Therapy. Follow Fiona Wallace (Lisa Kudrow) set up her own therapy firm on the Internet. She’s truly terrible as a therapist, her husband’s (Victor Garber) gone gay and her mother (Lily Tomlin) is an absolute biatch. Watch out for the all-star cameo cast including: Courteney Cox, Meryl Streep, Alan Cumming, Rosie O’Donnell and David Schwimmer.

     

    Halt and Catch Fire

    Three Series available

    Halt and catch fire
    CREDIT: James Minchin III/AMC

    It’s the early 80s and we’re at the start of the modern tech boom and the world of personal computer is for the taking. A fascinating period drama which follows the lives of three tech geeks and a marketing maverick on their journey to take on the big players who all of whom feel very familiar. Also has a brilliant, understated and rare bisexual storyline for a lead character.

     

    Braindead

    Braindead
    ©2016 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

    One Series available

    Flesh-eating bugs are taking over Washington DC in this comedy with an edge. Film and directed with all the seriousness of House Of Cards with a very strange undertone and comic moments. Very funny, very thrilling.

     

    Haven’t got an Amazon Prime account – get a 30-day free try here.

     

  • Which way are LGBT celebrities voting: Trump or Clinton?

    Which way are LGBT celebrities voting: Trump or Clinton?

    So with less than a week away from the US election where either Clinton or Trump will become America’s Next Top President… we’re wondering where some LGBT celebs stand politically speaking…

    donald-or-clinton

    So which way are the world’s most popular LGBT celebrities voting? We’ve been checking what they’ve been saying and the hints they’ve been dropping.

    Chris Colfer


    Clinton

    Former Glee star Chris Colfer is a proud Clinton supported. he stated in an Instagram post that he “was with her first”.

    NEXT: Laverne Cox

  • 5 totally spooky gay Halloween films to watch on Amazon Prime

    5 totally spooky gay Halloween films to watch on Amazon Prime

    It’s the night of spooks and we’ve got 5 totally gay Halloween horrors for you to download or stream on Amazon!

    1313: Giant Killer Bees

    Released: 2011

    Length: 1 Hour 20 Mins

    Description: A young college student inadvertently unleashes a global biological disaster in the form of giant, zombie, killer bees…

    Amazon Prime User Rating: ★★

    TheGayUK Rating: (Not Rated)

    DOWNLOAD / STREAM NOW


     

    Fraternity Massacre at Hell Island

    Description: Locked down on a haunted gloomy island with no escape route, the ZAP pledges mysteriously disappear as a maniacal clown reaps personal revenge on the unsuspecting frat boys. Homophobia abounds as frat pledge Jack Jones must quickly formulate a plan to stop the devious clown and save his fraternity brothers.

    Released: 2016

    Length: 1 hr 21 mins

    Amazon Prime Rating: ★★

    TheGayUK Rating: (Not Rated)

    DOWNLOAD / STREAM NOW


     

    Mae Of The Dead

    Description: April and Mae fell in love during the zombie apocalypse, and this one-night stand could be their last.

    Released: 2013

    Length: 20 mins

    Amazon Prime Rating:

    TheGayUK Rating: (Not Rated)

    DOWNLOAD / STREAM NOW


     

    Vampire Boys 2: The New Brood

    Description: Jasin and Caleb’s eternal bliss is put to the test when Jasin’s century old rival Demetrius returns to get his revenge. Demetrius plots to destroy Jasin by creating an army of vampires by recruiting unwilling victims from the local boxing gym for his new brood. In his quest for domination, he recruits Jasin’s ex, Tara, who is still quietly grieving from Jasin’s rejection.

    Released: 2013

    Length: 1 hr 14 mins

    Amazon Prime Rating: ★★1/2

    TheGayUK Rating: (Not Rated)

     

    DOWNLOAD / STREAM NOW

     

    Jeepers Creepers 2

    via GIPHY

     

    Okay, not officially gay, but the homoerotic nature of this film makes it a must see on this list!

    On a deserted highway, a school bus is carrying a basketball team and its cheerleaders back from a triumphant game. The bus breaks down on a lonely stretch of road and the thrill of victory is quickly replaced by terror, as the journey becomes a road trip to Hell. As the sun sets, the Creeper descends on the bus and picks off the athletes one by one, sniffing out his victims. Will any of them survive, or will they all provide the Creeper with another horrific helping of mouth-watering morsels, in this nerve-jangling horror?

    DOWNLOAD / STREAM NOW

  • 50 of the biggest one-hit-wonders…ever

    50 of the biggest one-hit-wonders…ever

    Eighties pop smashes “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles and The Weather Girls’ “It’s Raining Men” have been voted the nation’s favourite one-hit wonders.

    Weather Girls
    CREDIT: Weather Girls / YouTube

    The two tunes tied for the top spot, beating Norman Greenbaum’s “Spirit in the Sky” and “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” by The Proclaimers.

    Bruce Woolley, who co-wrote “Video Killed the Radio Star” with fellow music producer Trevor Horn, said,

    “It was a one-hit wonder but it has had a wonderful life and I’m very proud of it.

    “It only took a few hours to write but we worked on the recording for months and I think it’s stood the test of time.

    “My kids were slightly embarrassed by it when they were younger, but it paid for their education!”

    Lou Bega’s “Mambo No.5” came fifth, ahead of Sinead O’Connor’s 1990 smash “Nothing Compares 2U”, Vanilla Ice’s “Ice Ice Baby”, “Don’t Leave me This Way” by Thelma Houston, “Cotton Eye Joe” by Rednex and “Macarena” by Los del Rio.

    Kevin Smith, a spokesman for online market researchers OnePoll, which conducted the poll of 2,000 music fans, said: “It’s interesting to see that the most popular one-hit wonders were originally released before the 21st Century.

    “In fact, the highest ranking post-Millennium track was released in the year 2000 and landed at number 12 in the poll.

    “It might be that musicians have learned the trick behind their biggest hits and know how to keep their momentum up.

    “But whatever the reasoning behind the results of the top 50 list, we can see that all of them are unforgettable tracks”.

    The Top 50 featured several well-known party tracks such as “Saturday Night” by Whigfield and “The Ketchup Song” by Las Ketchup.

    “Achy Breaky Heart” by Billy Ray Cyrus in 1992 reached the 17th spot in the rankings while Billy Paul’s “Me and Mrs Jones” reached 19.

    And many will remember the ear-worm by Witch Doctor, “Ooh Ee Ooh Ah Aah Ting Tang Walla Walla Bing Bang” from 1998.

    The 90s claimed the most one-hit wonders, followed by the seventies, which included one-off hits like “Kung Fu Fighting” by Carl Douglas and “Seasons in the Sun” by Terry Jacks.

     


    ALSO READ: 10 forgotten 90’s gems


    One track which may surprise many as a one-hit wonder was “MMMBop” by Hanson which placed at number 30.

    And “Barbados” by Typically Tropical which later was rewritten to be about Ibiza and sang by the Vengaboys in the nineties reached 44.

    “Video Killed the Radio Star” writer Bruce Woolley, 62, who has also penned hit songs for dozens of other artists including ‘Slave to the Rhythm’ for Grace Jones, added, “The song’s been covered by hundreds of artists, used in video games, TV ads and has appeared in several Hollywood movies.”

    “The song’s been covered by hundreds of artists, used in video games, TV ads and has appeared in several Hollywood movies.”

    TOP 50 ONE-HIT WONDERS
    1. Video Killed the Radio Star – Buggles (1980)
    2. It’s Raining Men – The Weather Girls (1982)
    3. Spirit in the Sky – Norman Greenbaum (1969)
    4. I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) – The Proclaimers (1988)
    5. Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit Of) – Lou Bega (1999)
    6. Nothing Compares 2 U – Sinead O’Connor (1990)
    7. Ice Ice Baby – Vanilla Ice (1990)
    8. Don’t Leave Me This Way – Thelma Houston (1976)
    9. Cotton Eye Joe – Rednex (1995)
    10. Macarena – Los del Rio (1993)
    11. Sugar Sugar – The Archies (1969)
    12. Who Let the Dogs Out – Baha Men (2000)
    13. Kung Fu Fighting – Carl Douglas (1974)
    14. Seasons in the Sun – Terry Jacks (1973)
    15. Saturday Night – Whigfield (1995)
    16. There She Goes – The La’s (2006)
    17. Achy Breaky Heart – Billy Ray Cyrus (1992)
    18. Tell Laura I Love Her – Ricky Valance (1960)
    19. Me and Mrs Jones – Billy Paul (1972)
    20. Mickey – Toni Basil (1982)
    21. Don’t Worry Be Happy – Bobby McFerrin (1988)
    22. Stay – Shakespeare’s Sister (1992)
    23. Play That Funky Music – Wild Cherry (1976)
    24. What Is Love – Haddaway (1993)
    25. 99 Red Balloons – Nena (1983)
    26. Jump Around – House of Pain (1992)
    27. My Sharona – The Knack (1979)
    28. We Don’t Have to Take Our Clothes Off – Jermaine Stewart (1986)
    29. Turning Japanese – The Vapors (1980)
    30. MMMBop – Hanson (1997)
    31. In the Year 2525 – Zager & Evans (1969)
    32. Funkytown – Lipps Inc. (1979)
    33. A Girl Like You – Edwyn Collins (1994)
    34. Pass the Dutchie – Musical Youth (1982)
    35. Rock Me Amadeus – Falco (1985)
    36. The Hustle – Van McCoy (1975)
    37. Ooh Eeh Ooh Ah Aah Ting Tang Walla Walla Bing Bang – Witch Doctor (1998)
    38. Tubthumping – Chumbawamba (1997)
    39. The Ketchup Song – Las Ketchup (2002)
    40. Grandad – Clive Dunn (1971)
    41. Spaceman – Babylon Zoo (1996)
    42. Groove Is in the Heart – Dee-Lite (1990)
    43. Don’t Give Up On Us – David Soul (1976)
    44. Barbados – Typically Tropical (1975)
    45. Unbelievable – EMF (1990)
    46. Too Shy – Kajagoogoo (1983)
    47. Pop Muzik – M (1979)
    48. You Get What You Give – New Radicals (1999)
    49. The Safety Dance – Men Without Hats (1983)
    50. Somebody’s Watching Me – Rockwell (1984)