Enduring Hits by Neil Diamond and Toni Braxton Draw Fresh Adaptations

Several enduring pop hits are receiving renewed attention through retrospectives and new adaptations. Neil Diamond’s “Cherry, Cherry,” his 1966 breakthrough hit, reflected his transition from Brill Building songwriter to recording star and was reportedly inspired by a personal relationship. Shania Twain has partnered with Zedd on a dance remix of “You’re Still the One,” bringing her acclaimed 1998 country-pop crossover to a new audience through a Candy Crush collaboration. Sixpence None the Richer’s “Kiss Me,” written by Matt Slocum in roughly 45 minutes, became the band’s highest-charting U.S. single after reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1999. Toni Braxton’s “Un-Break My Heart,” written by Diane Warren, remains one of the 1990s’ biggest hits after spending 11 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100.