In 2019, Smash Mouth celebrated the 20th anniversary of “All Star” with another new remix, this time by Breathe Carolina. His 2009 album Ocean Eyes spawned the seven-times platinum megahit “Fireflies”, while he’s gained acclaim for his wide-ranging career, which dabbles in synth-pop, disco, indietronica, European electronica, and a score of other genres. Owl City, meanwhile, is no stranger to such world-conquering success either. It quickly became one of the world’s best-loved tracks and has since become a popular meme-springboard, recently inspiring the #SomebodyOnceToldMe trend on TikTok with over 240K videos created using a clip of the song earlier this year. If its immediate success wasn’t enough, appearances in films like Mystery Men, Inspector Gadget, and, infamously, Shrek, only added to its impact. It not only captured the vibe of the late 90s, but also became an instant singalong smash reflecting its intrinsic relatability across the globe. Upon its release, “All Star” catapulted Smash Mouth to superstar status, with the perpetually catchy earworm scoring them a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
