Whatever Happened to These Pop Punk One-Hit Wonders?

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11 Pop-Punk One-Hit Wonders - Where Are They Now?

11 Pop-Punk One-Hit Wonders – Where Are They Now?
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You've probably heard these one-hit wonder pop-punk songs, but do you know where those artists are today? You're about to find out.

There's a negative connotation that comes with being called a one-hit wonder, but frankly, that should exist.

The majority of musicians never even come close to scoring a legitimate hit. Heavy radio airplay and screen time on MTV (when it still existed) is reserved for just a tiny percentage of aspiring bands. Truth is, most rockers would give their right arm to get a taste of fame and glory, even if it's fleeting. Getting labeled a one-hit wonder is also far from a death knell. Many acts have enjoyed long and successful careers after scoring their lone hit.

The pop punk craze of the late '90s and early 2000s delivered an array of bands who scored major radio hits before quickly fading into obscurity. As the sub-genre has enjoyed a recent resurgence, pop punk fans both new and old can't help but ponder what happened to these acts.

READ MORE: The Second Best Songs of 10 2000s One-Hit Wonders

Below, we've highlighted 11 pop punk one-hit wonders, and given updates on what they're doing today. Some of the bands are still active and making music, even if their time in the limelight has faded. Others found success in different parts of the music industry, writing songs for other artists, commercials and movies. Then there are the ones who left their rock life behind for totally new pursuits. Our roundup includes a former pop punker who became a tech millionaire, a singer who became a social worker and a drummer who became an attorney.

Pop-Punk One-Hit Wonders: Where Are They Now?

You probably remember the songs and maybe the band names, but do you know where these pop-punk one-hit wonders are now?

Gallery Credit: Corey Irwin

Now, let's count dowj the 50 greatest pop-punk albums of all time!

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Prepare your Dickies and black wristbands.

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