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Many have seen the great films of Mark Wahlberg, whether it be a dramatic or comedic film. However, many don't know where Wahlberg got his start. Mark's brother Donnie was already in the pop music spotlight with his band New Kids On The Block, he helped Mark get into the business too. In 1991, Mark Wahlberg's hip-hop group Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch released "Good Vibrations" on their debut album Music for the People. "Good Vibrations" peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and also went number one in Switzerland and Sweden. It went on to get platinum status. Their follow-up song "Wildslide" did have commercial success, receiving gold status, but Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch are still considered  one-hit wonders. The album itself was certified platinum.

 Mark Wahlberg, being the front man of the band, received a high amount of attention from the media. In the video for "Good Vibrations," Wahlberg appears shirtless throughout. Many advertising companies marketed Mark Wahlberg because of this. He made a living through advertisement for a short time after the initial success of the song. In 1993 he dropped his stage name and Wahlberg started his acting career. He first movie, Renaissance Man, came out in 1993. He didn't get the attention of critics until The Basketball Diaries. He starred with Leonardo DiCaprio.

What's the future like for Marky Mark and the Funky Punch? Mark Wahlberg has put the Bunch behind him. He says he's grown up and he couldn't play forever. However, "Good Vibrations" still lives in the hearts of the fans. "Good Vibrations" landed at number 20 on VH1's 40 Greatest One-Hit Wonders of the 90's.

Information and picture courtesy of: Wikipedia: Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch
                                                                            Mark Wahlberg
                                                                            Good Vibrations