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Don Barnes of 38 Special

Don Barnes of 38 Special

How they came up with their signature sound, and the stories behind hits like "Hold On Loosely" and "Caught Up In You"

Dolly Parton (1946-2026)

Dolly Parton (1946-2026)

The stories behind her songs, which span an incredible range

Songs that reference The Odyssey

Songs that reference The Odyssey

With selections from Steely Dan, The Police, Feist and Rush

Quiz: Grammar In Lyrics

Quiz: Grammar In Lyrics

Lyrics don't always follow the rules of grammar. Can you spot the ones that don't?

Phrases We Learned From Popular Songs

Phrases We Learned From Popular Songs

How our favorite songs taught us about Champagne Problems, Dirty Work, Freak Flags, Soft Options and other useful phrases

In The Studio For Raye's New Album

In The Studio For Raye's New Album

Chris Hill, who co-wrote nine songs on Raye's new album, tells us how they came together.

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Hotel California by Eagles

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Many people believe "Hotel California" is about a mental institution called the Camarillo, but the Eagles say it's about materialism and excess.

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Smash Mouth

Smash Mouth

With a playful surf-rock sound, Smash Mouth are best known for their 1999 hit "All Star," written as a pick-me-up for fans who felt belittled or bullied. Two years later they covered Neil Diamond's "I'm A Believer" for the movie Shrek.

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Songs about looking back on fond memories

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Tony Banks of Genesis

Tony Banks of Genesis

Genesis' key-man re-examines his solo career and the early days of music video.

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Boston, Massachusetts

Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Tea Party by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band

This song starts in Boston with a tea party and takes us to the other end of the American Revolution.

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Boy Bands

Boy Bands

From NKOTB to 1D, how well do you know your boy bands?

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