Three rock songs released in 1992 are highlighted as enduring favourites, illustrating the early 1990s’ lasting influence on mainstream and alternative rock.

– U2’s “One”, from Achtung Baby, was written by Bono, became a major single and directed proceeds towards AIDS research.
– Metallica’s “Nothing Else Matters”, written by James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich, emerged from Hetfield’s homesickness while touring and showed a more vulnerable side of the band.
– Peter Gabriel’s “Digging In The Dirt”, from Us, was written solely by Gabriel and remains popular with fans despite limited radio success.