Then, there is the music video. It famously features a series of scenarios where the guys are about to propose to their girlfriends, only for a comedic twist to reveal they are actually being dumped or left at the altar! It also featured a cameo by the late Dustin Diamond (screech from Saved by the Bell ). 💍 The Ultimate Legacy
What separated 98 Degrees from many of their contemporaries was their formation. Unlike bands manufactured by record labels, these Ohio natives formed independently and were later picked up by Motown Records. You can hear that organic chemistry in the track: 98Вє - I Do (Cherish You)
The blend between Nick, Drew Lachey, Justin Jeffre, and Jeff Timmons is flawless, giving the chorus its swelling, cinematic feel. Then, there is the music video
Many pop fans are shocked to learn that this quintessential boy band ballad actually started out as a country song! It was originally written by Dan Hill and Keith Stegall. 💍 The Ultimate Legacy What separated 98 Degrees
Just a year later, 98 Degrees put their signature pop/R&B spin on the track for their breakthrough 4x platinum album, 98 Degrees and Rising . 🎤 The Sound: Pure Vocal Harmony