3 Two-Hit Wonders From the World of Rap Music That Will Get You Lip-Synching

When people think of one-hit wonders or even two-hit wonders, often quirk rock or disco groups from the 1970s or ’80s come to mind. But when it comes to the popular genre of rap music, the music boasts several in the categories, as well. Case in point are these three acts here below.

We wanted to explore three of rap music’s famed two-hit wonders. A trio of artists who released a slew of songs, two of which went up the charts and remain popular even today. Indeed, these are three two-hit wonders from the world of rap music that will get you lip-synching with joy.

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Tone Loc

A rapper with one of the most distinct voices, the Los Angeles-born artist Tone Loc boasts a low, low, low gravelly voice that is distinctive as soon as it hits the radio or stereo airwaves. Loc (born Anthony Terrell Smith) may also be known to movie fans for his roles in films like Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. But when it comes to his music, he earned two top hits in the 1980s—”Wild Thing” and “Funky Cold Medina,” which hit No. 2 and No. 3, respectively.

Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch

Speaking of movie stars, before Mark Wahlberg was starring in films like The Departed, he was a musical artist. The Boston-born performer, who has been nominated for two Oscars, came up as part of Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, known for their two songs “Good Vibrations” and “Wildside.” The former especially remains a big hit thanks to its electrified chorus.

Young MC

The London-born rapper Young MC boasted two songs that hit the Top 40. “Bust a Move” and “Principal’s Office” hit No. 7 and No. 33, respectively, on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Featuring a funky style and a lighthearted delivery, Young MC was a well-known voice in the late 1980s and early ’90s, hearkening back to when rap music was just getting going with fun rhymes and storytelling.

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