It’s been 16 years since Baby One More Time was released (yep, we’re feeling our age too!) and Britney Spears burst onto the music scene.
The hit song is officially one of the biggest selling singles of all time, smashing every record imaginable.
From the unforgettable lyrics, the catchy music and those famous school girl outfits, Britney was an icon overnight.
Here’s some fact we bet you didn’t know about the hit single:
I’ve Got Chills
The school used in the filming of the video was the same school that was used in Grease.
Keeping it in the Family
The guy who plays Britney’s love interest in the video is actually her cousin Chad.
Thanks but no thanks
Both TLC and Backstreet Boys turned down the song before it was given to new singer, Britney.
Discount Heaven
Britney’s famous school girl outfit actually came from discount store Kmart in the US. It apparently cost no more than $17. Bargain.
Record Breaking
The song stayed in the US Billboard charts for a whopping 32 weeks, as well as smashing records around the world, going straight in at number one.
Meanwhile…grab your hairbrush and rewind back 16 years..
Video via YouTube/BritneySpearsVEVO
