Blast to the Past With These 20 ’90s Song Lyrics That Double as Perfect Instagram Captions

For a while, it seemed like the '80s were the go-to decade everyone wanted to experience. But as time passes, the '90s was clearly the best. Great fashion. Still, no social media. But technology was advanced enough to be comfortable. And we're forgetting the best part: the music.

If you have the perfect throwback photo (bonus points for any picture taken during the '90s), continue reading to discover the best lyrics from the best 10-year streak in history to inspire your next Instagram caption.

When everyone guy is a red flag:

"I don't want no scrub, a scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me."

-"No Scrubs," TLC

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For the pic of you and the person who made you believe in love:

"You're gonna be the one that saves me. And after all, you're my wonderwall."

-"Wonderwall," Oasis

 

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When everything is going wrong:

"Nothing's fine, I'm torn."

-"Torn," Natalie Imbruglia

 

When you're tired of being single:

"My loneliness is killing me."

-"…Baby One More Time," Britney Spears

 

For the pic of you and your girl squad:

"Make it last forever, friendship never ends."

-"Wannabe," Spice Girls

 

When you are total wifey material:

"I can make your wish come true."

-"Genie in a Bottle," Christina Aguilera

 

For the candid photo of your wildest moment:

"Livin' la vida loca."

-"Livin' la Vida Loca," Ricky Martin

 

When your life changes after heartbreak:

"Do you believe in life after love?"

-"Believe," Cher

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When your new crush gives you butterflies:

"You've got me feeling emotions deeper than I've ever dreamed of."

-"Emotions," Mariah Carey

 

When they give you mixed signals:

"You acting kind of shady, ain't calling me 'baby.'"

-"Say My Name," Destiny's Child

 

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When they do the bare minimum for your attention:

"That don't impress me much."

-"That Don't Impress Me Much," Shania Twain

 

For the OOTD pic of your perfectly pink look:

"I'm a Barbie girl in a Barbie world."

-"Barbie Girl," Aqua

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When you make your awaited return to Instagram:

"I said, 'Hey! What's going on?'"

-"What's Up," 4 Non Blondes

 

When you only have eyes for one person:

"You are my fire, the one desire."

-"I Want It That Way," Backstreet Boys

 

For your romantic photo with your S.O.:

"Kiss me beneath the milky twilight."

-"Kiss Me," Sixpence None the Richer

 

For your glamour shot:

"Vogue, beauty's where you find it."

-"Vogue," Madonna

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When you have a strangely unlucky day:

"And isn't it ironic, don't you think?"

-"Ironic," Alanis Morissette

 

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When everyone has fallen flat compared to them:

"'Cause nothing compares to you."

-"Nothing Compares 2 U," Sinéad O'Connor

 

When you know bad news is impending:

"Don't speak, I know just what you're saying."

-"Don't Speak," No Doubt

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When they see you for who you are:

"When everything's made to be broken, I just want you to know who I am."

-"Iris," Goo Goo Dolls

 

Searching for even more nostalgic caption ideas? Click HERE to discover 15 captions from your favorite Disney Channel hits.

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