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What's the deal with "Summer of '69"? Bryan explains what the song is really about, and shares more of his songwriting insights.
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This song starts in Boston with a tea party and takes us to the other end of the American Revolution.
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Can you name Def Leppard's only #1 hit in America? Get rocked with this adrenalized quiz.
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Absolutely the best song Young the Giant has made. It's one of those songs you never get tired of hearing, no matter how many times you've heard it. The power and passion behind Sameer's vocals give me goosebumps every time. Especially at the break (around the 2:50 mark in the video). It's absolutely outstanding. ...