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Larger than Life

Backstreet Boys · 1999

12 min · 3 tracks · contemporary R&B · dance-pop · teen pop

An exuberant pop anthem filled with soaring harmonies and an infectious dance beat that defines late '90s boy band culture.

Larger than Life is a single by Backstreet Boys, released in 1999. An exuberant pop anthem filled with soaring harmonies and an infectious dance beat that defines late '90s boy band culture. 'Larger than Life' reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a defining track of the boy band era, noted for its choreography and production. The song's massive popularity contributed to the Backstreet Boys becoming one of the best-selling musical groups of all time. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Larger than Life sound like?

An exuberant pop anthem filled with soaring harmonies and an infectious dance beat that defines late '90s boy band culture. Rooted in contemporary R&B and dance-pop.

What makes Larger than Life by Backstreet Boys notable?

'Larger than Life' reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a defining track of the boy band era, noted for its choreography and production. The song's massive popularity contributed to the Backstreet Boys becoming one of the best-selling musical groups of all time. Released on September 3, 1999, 'Larger than Life' was the lead single from the Backstreet Boys' third studio album, marking their continued rise to global fame. This period followed their successful sophomore album, 'Backstreet's Back', solidifying their status as pop icons in the late '90s.

How many songs are on Larger than Life?

Larger than Life has 3 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·12:08

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Larger Than Life Standout 3:57
  • 2 Larger Than Life (instrumental) Standout 3:58
  • 3 If You Knew What I Knew Standout 4:12

Release Date

September 3, 1999

Genre

contemporary R&B, dance-pop, teen pop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

12 min 8 sec