10 Big Hits by Bands That Some Fans Actually Hate

10 - Cheap Trick, "The Flame"

A power ballad written by outside songwriters, "The Flame" was Cheap Trick's biggest hit, but it also caused some friction among fans who preferred their earlier, more rock-oriented material.

9 - R.E.M., "Shiny Happy People"

A departure from R.E.M.'s more introspective sound, "Shiny Happy People" is a bubblegum pop song that divides fans with its upbeat lyrics and catchy melody.

8 - Boston, "More Than a Feeling"

A quintessential classic rock anthem, "More Than a Feeling" is beloved by many, but some fans feel that its sentimental lyrics and catchy melody are too cheesy.

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7 - Bon Jovi, "Livin' on a Prayer"

A staple of '80s rock radio, "Livin' on a Prayer" is a singalong classic that helped propel Bon Jovi to superstardom. However, some fans feel that the song's ubiquity has led to it being overplayed and cliche.

6 -Van Halen, "Jump"

With its catchy synthesizer riff and singalong chorus, "Jump" was a commercial smash for Van Halen, but some fans felt that it represented a departure from the band's earlier, guitar-driven sound.

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5 - Kiss, "I Was Made for Lovin' You"

A disco-inspired track from Kiss's disco-inspired album Dynasty, "I Was Made for Lovin' You" was a hit on the dance floor but not with some of the band's more rock-oriented fans.

4 - Queen, "We Will Rock You"

A stadium anthem and a cultural touchstone, "We Will Rock You" is synonymous with Queen and live music performances. However, some fans feel that the song is overplayed and repetitive.

3 - AC/DC, "You Shook Me All Night Long 

A hard rock classic, "You Shook Me All Night Long" is often played at weddings and parties, but not all AC/DC fans are enamoured with its catchy chorus and radio-friendly sound.

2 - Metallica, "Enter Sandman"

One of Metallica's most recognizable songs, "Enter Sandman" is also one of their most divisive among fans. Some feel that the song's more accessible sound and simpler structure represented a departure from the band's earlier, more complex work.

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1 - Guns N' Roses, "November Rain"

This power ballad from the band's Use Your Illusion album divided fans with its grandiose orchestration and over-the-top music video. But its popularity helped propel Guns N' Roses to even greater heights of fame.