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
The blend between Nick, Drew Lachey, Justin Jeffre, and Jeff Timmons is flawless, giving the chorus its swelling, cinematic feel. 98Вє - I Do (Cherish You)
Nick Lachey’s rich, soulful baritone carries the heavy emotional lifting. Just a year later, 98 Degrees put their
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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:
The late '90s was the golden era of the boy band boom. Between the matching outfits and the perfectly choreographed dance moves, vocal groups were delivering some of the most memorable pop ballads in history. Sitting right at the top of that romantic mountain is 98 Degrees and their massive 1999 hit, "I Do (Cherish You)" .
The lyrics are simple, direct, and incredibly earnest: "I do cherish you / From the depths of my soul, it's true." In a world of fleeting pop trends, 98 Degrees delivered a masterclass in recording a timeless vow.