Number 1 Song: In 1997

Beyond the mourning of Princess Diana, 1997 was a vibrant year for pop, R&B, and hip-hop. Several other tracks reached the pinnacle of the charts and defined the era's sound. Hip-Hop Tributes and Bad Boy Dominance

"": Released posthumously, this track also reached number one, cementing Biggie's legacy. Pop Sensations and New Arrivals number 1 song in 1997

While Elton John dominated the end of the year, several other iconic tracks held the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 throughout the year: Elton John to Spice Girls: No.1 Songs From 1997 - Billboard Beyond the mourning of Princess Diana, 1997 was

The undisputed number one song of 1997 was (often paired as a double A-side with " Something About the Way You Look Tonight ") by Elton John . Pop Sensations and New Arrivals While Elton John

In addition to its commercial success, "I'll Be Missing You" also received critical acclaim. The song was nominated for several awards, including two Grammy Awards, and won a MTV Video Music Award for Best Rap Video.

It topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 14 consecutive weeks.