MTV USA 🇺🇸 TOP 20 – April 1995 🔥📺✨

April 1995 on MTV USA was a crossroads between eras — where rock legends, soulful voices, and new icons all collided to define one of the most diverse months of the decade. Starting from the bottom, the chart opened with the Boss himself: Bruce Springsteen returned with “Murder Incorporated,” proving that his storytelling fire still burned bright in the age of grunge. Just above him, The Offspring kept punk adrenaline alive with “Gotta Get Away,” while Melissa Etheridge stayed strong with “If I Wanted To,” her defiant rock statement of empowerment. 💥🎸

New energy kept flowing as Dr. Dre rolled in with “Keep Their Heads Ringin’,” a track that brought West Coast swagger straight to MTV, blending funk, bass, and pure attitude. At the same time, Boyz II Men showed their softer side again with “Water Runs Dry,” a stunning ballad produced by Babyface that showcased their harmonies like never before. And from the heartland of rock, Tom Petty returned with “It’s Good To Be King,” a reflective, poetic gem that reminded fans why his songwriting was timeless. 🌙🎶

More classic power arrived with Van Halen, who surprised everyone with the emotional “Can’t Stop Lovin’ You,” a rock ballad that traded heavy riffs for heartfelt lyrics — showing yet another side of the band. Mary J. Blige made her mark too with “I’m Goin’ Down,” transforming a Rose Royce classic into a soulful confession of heartbreak that only the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul could deliver. 💜🔥

Midway up, Madonna unveiled “Bedtime Story,” her bold dive into electronic and surreal sounds, co-written by Björk — a daring shift that once again placed her miles ahead of the pop curve. Meanwhile, The Cranberries’ “Ode To My Family” and Dionne Farris’ “I Know” continued to touch listeners with sincerity and emotion, while Dave Matthews Band kept their rise going with the infectious “What Would You Say?”, defining the college rock scene of the mid-’90s. 🌈🎧

As the countdown climbed, R&B ruled the airwaves — Brandy’s “Baby” and Soul 4 Real’s “Candy Rain” brought sweetness and groove, while TLC turned up the heat with “Red Light Special,” a sultry anthem that owned MTV’s late-night rotation. And hip-hop had its king: The Notorious B.I.G. with “Big Poppa,” the track that made smooth swagger sound effortless and unforgettable. 👑💿

At the very top, Sheryl Crow’s “Strong Enough” continued to hold its power, but this month belonged to Live — who reached #1 with their haunting masterpiece “Lightning Crashes.” With its raw emotion and spiritual weight, it became one of the defining songs of the 1990s, uniting rock fans across every corner of the world. ⚡💛

April 1995 was proof that MTV was still the heartbeat of music culture — blending rock, R&B, soul, and hip-hop into one unforgettable mix. Which of these classics still gives you chills? Let us know in the comments 💬, don’t forget to like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and share this countdown with every ‘90s music lover out there! 📺🎶✨

Titles:

Thank You - Boyz II Men
Water Runs Dry - Boyz II Men
Baby - Brandy
Murder Incorporated - Bruce Springsteen
What Would You Say? - Dave Matthews Band
I Know - Dionne Farris
Keep Their Heads Ringin' - Dr. Dre
When I Come Around - Green Day
Lightning Crashes - Live
Bedtime Story - Madonna
I'm Goin' Down - Mary J. Blige
If I Wanted To - Melissa Etheridge
Strong Enough - Sheryl Crow
Candy Rain - Soul 4 Real
Ode To My Family - The Cranberries
Big Poppa - The Notorious B.I.G.
Gotta Get Away - The Offspring
Red Light Special - TLC
It's Good To Be King - Tom Petty
Can't Stop Lovin' You - Van Halen