Thanks to Frédèric and his incredible research who contacted a lot of session players who played on the charting tracks. We only post the charting singles of the session players we are following.
2003 Christina Aguilera – The Voice Within (US:#33 UK:#9)
“The Voice Within” is a song by American singer Christina Aguilera from her fourth studio album, Stripped (2002). The song was written by Aguilera and Glen Ballard, with production handled by Ballard. It is a piano-driven ballad that talks about trusting oneself and one’s instincts. “The Voice Within” was released as the fifth and final […]
1991 Paul Simon – Proof (UK:#89)
“Proof” is a song by the American singer-songwriter Paul Simon. It was the second single from his eighth studio album, The Rhythm of the Saints (1990), released on Warner Bros. Records. Muscians Bass Andre Manga Bass Bakithi Kumalo Drums Steve Gadd Guitar Georges Seba Guitar Martin Atangana Synthesizer Justin Tchounou Accordion Jimmy McDonald Sax Alain […]
1990 Clark Datchler – Crown Of Thorns (UK:#100)
“Crown Of Thorns” is a song by English singer-songwriter Clark Datchler, which was released in 1990 as the lead single from his debut solo studio album Raindance. The song was written by Datchler, and produced by Datchler and Humberto Gatica. “Crown of Thorns” peaked at No. 100 on the UK Singles Chart. Muscians Bass Nathan […]
1995 Chynna Phillips – Naked And Sacred (UK:#32)
“Naked And Sacred” is a song by American singer and actress Chynna Phillips from her first solo album, Naked and Sacred (1995). Written by Phillips, Billy Steinberg and Rick Nowels, the song was released as Phillips’ debut solo single on October 10, 1995, and charted at number 15 in Australia and number 62 in the […]
2005 The Pussycat Dolls – Wait A Minute (US:#28)
“Wait A Minute” is a song recorded by American girl group The Pussycat Dolls for their debut studio album PCD (2005). It features a guest appearance from Timbaland, who served as the song’s sole producer and co-wrote it with Keri Hilson and Craig Longmiles. Lyrically, the song showcases the artists flirting and committing to a […]
2005 The Pussycat Dolls – I Don’t Need A Man (US:#93 UK:#7)
“I Don’t Need A Man” is a song recorded by American girl group The Pussycat Dolls for their debut studio album PCD (2005). It was written and produced by Rich Harrison, with additional writing from Nicole Scherzinger, Vanessa Brown and Kara DioGuardi. A post-disco song, “I Don’t Need a Man” promotes female empowerment. The song […]
1998 Peter Cox – What A Fool Believes (UK:#39)
“What A Fool Believes” is a song written by Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins. The best-known version was recorded by the Doobie Brothers (with McDonald singing lead vocals) for their 1978 album Minute by Minute. Peter Cox released a version of this song in 1998 and peaked at #39 in the UK Charts. Muscians Keyboards […]
1997 Milestone – I Care ‘Bout You (US:#23)
“I Care ‘Bout You” is a single released by Milestone, released in 1997. It is a one-off R&B supergroup quintet that consisted of brothers Kevon Edmonds, Melvin Edmonds, and Kenneth Edmonds (the former two being members of After 7), along with brothers K-Ci & JoJo Hailey of Jodeci in 1997 just for the Soul Food […]