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18 Iconic Songs That Singers Wish They Could Erase from History (You Won’t Believe #7!)

Ever wondered if your favorite artists secretly hate their own hits? It turns out, some of them definitely do—and they’ve been pretty vocal about it! Let’s dive into 18 times singers revealed the iconic songs they’d rather forget. Prepare for some shocking admissions, hilarious confessions, and a few heart-wrenching regrets. You won’t believe who regrets their biggest hits!

1. Charli XCX Can’t Stand “Break the Rules”

Did you ever think Charli XCX was jamming out to “Break the Rules” just like you? Think again. In 2017, she confessed to Q Magazine, “I made some rash decisions with Sucker, like the song ‘Break the Rules.’ That was so bad. I hate it.” She even admitted that after writing it at a songwriting camp, she thought, “Whoever sings this song is an idiot.” Four months later, it became her single. Oops!

2. Justin Bieber Regrets “Beauty and a Beat”

Justin Bieber might have had a good time with Nicki Minaj in the music video, but he’s not a fan of “Beauty and a Beat.” He told The Bert Show in 2016, “I never really liked that song.” He understood its popularity back then but said he was “never really a huge fan.” Looks like even Biebs can’t escape a song he’s over.

3. Bruno Mars Wants to Erase “The Lazy Song” from History

Bruno Mars might be the king of smooth hits, but there’s one he’s definitely not proud of. In a 2013 interview with GQ, he admitted, “I hate ‘The Lazy Song’, by the way.” He even poked fun at it on Twitter years later. We feel you, Bruno—sometimes a chill day turns into a lifetime of regret!

4. Liam Gallagher of Oasis Hates Singing “Wonderwall”

Wonderwall might be Oasis’s biggest hit, but Liam Gallagher? He’s totally over it. Back in 2008, he said, “At least there’s no ‘Wonderwall’ on the new album. I can’t fing stand that fing song!” The worst part? He can’t escape it. “Are you Mr. Wonderwall?”—that’s what he hears in America, and it makes him want to “chin someone.” We bet he’s not playing this at karaoke night.

5. Halsey’s Not Feeling “New Americana”

In 2017, Halsey tweeted that “New Americana” is probably her worst song. Fans might disagree, but when you’re the artist, sometimes you just outgrow a track. Halsey’s moved on—maybe we should, too?

6. Ariana Grande Has Nightmares About “Put Your Hearts Up”

Can you imagine Ariana Grande in a princess dress with a spray tan, frolicking through the streets? Neither can she, apparently. In a Rolling Stone interview, she called the whole “Put Your Hearts Up” era “the worst moment of her life.” The video is so cringeworthy that she had it hidden from her Vevo page. Yeah, she’s serious about wanting it gone!

7. Lady Gaga Would Skip “Telephone” Forever

Gaga fans, brace yourselves. In 2011, Lady Gaga told Pop Justice that she actually hates “Telephone.” Why? “It’s the song I have the most difficult time listening to.” The song’s stressful production process left a sour taste for her, even though it became a massive hit. It’s not about the tune—it’s the memories. But hey, it’s still a dance-floor banger for the rest of us.

8. Kelly Clarkson Regrets “A Moment Like This”

Kelly Clarkson won our hearts on American Idol, but she’d love to drop her coronation song, “A Moment Like This,” from her playlist. She told BuzzFeed Celeb in 2019 that it wasn’t written for her and didn’t match her vibe. It’s a classic for fans, but for Kelly, it’s just another reminder of reality show days.

9. Warrant’s Jani Lane Wanted to Destroy “Cherry Pie”

Jani Lane, the lead singer of Warrant, had some pretty strong feelings about “Cherry Pie.” He told VH1, “I could shoot myself in the f***ing head for writing that song.” But years later, he admitted he was happy it remained a crowd favorite. Time heals all wounds, even rock star regrets.

10. Madonna Is Over “Material Girl”

If you think “Material Girl” is Madonna’s jam, think again. She told Us Weekly in 2015, “My least favorite Madonna song is ‘Material Girl.’ I never, ever want to hear it again!” It might be an 80s anthem, but for Madonna, it’s a relic she’d rather forget.

11. Ellie Goulding Cringes at “Sixteen”

Ellie Goulding’s 2022 TikTok confession labeled “Sixteen” as the “worst song she’s released.” Guess not even Ellie vibes with all her own tracks. Maybe she’s saving her playlist space for something else!

12. Jesy Nelson Isn’t a Fan of Little Mix’s “Black Magic”

In 2020, Jesy Nelson revealed that “Black Magic” was her least favorite song to perform with Little Mix. “I never really liked it, if I’m honest,” she said. The magic ran out pretty fast for her!

13. Robert Plant Has No Love Left for “Stairway to Heaven”

Led Zeppelin’s Robert Plant might have penned one of rock’s greatest songs, but by 1988, he was so over “Stairway to Heaven.” “I’d break out in hives if I had to sing it every show,” he said. Turns out even legends have limits.

14. Nicki Minaj Wishes She Never Recorded “Anaconda”

In a 2020 interview, Nicki Minaj confessed, “I wish I never recorded ‘Anaconda.’” Sure, the video was fun, but she’s not keen on the song itself. And she has regrets about “Starships” too! Nicki’s got no problem calling out her own work, even when it’s chart-topping.

15. Dio’s “Rainbow in the Dark” Almost Got Destroyed

Ronnie James Dio, the voice behind “Rainbow in the Dark,” once hated it so much he considered destroying the recording tape. Luckily, his bandmates talked him out of it. Today, it’s a fan favorite—but it almost didn’t survive. Talk about a near-miss!

16. Drake Regrets Naming Names in “Weston Road Flows”

Drake’s got some mixed feelings about his own tracks, especially when he name-drops people. He shared in 2023 that he “hates hearing ‘Weston Road Flows.’” When a shout-out turns sour, it’s hard to hit replay. Sometimes, staying vague might be the way to go, Drizzy!

17. The Kid Laroi Outgrew “F*CK LOVE”

The Kid Laroi once thought his FCK LOVE* album was the best thing ever—until he didn’t. In a 2021 interview with NME, he said, “Now, I go back, and I’m just like, oh God, I hate this sh*t.” It’s a love-hate relationship with his own work. Creative evolution, right?

18. Mandy Moore Wants You to Burn Her First Albums

Mandy Moore has come a long way since her bubblegum pop days. In 2006, she told Contact Music that her debut and sophomore albums were “awful.” She even joked, “If I had the money, I would give a refund to everyone who bought my first two albums.” She’s moved on, and she hopes her fans have too.

So, There You Have It!

Eighteen times your favorite artists confessed their disdain for the songs that made them famous. Turns out, just because a song is a hit doesn’t mean the artist loves it!

Did any of these surprise you? Which song confession shocked you the most? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to share this with your music-loving friends—they’ll be just as stunned as you are!

Remember: Sometimes, even the biggest hits can turn into the biggest headaches.

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