In 1979, Madonna was a dancer on Patrick Hernandez' tour, where she boogied to his hit "Born To Be Alive."
The inspiration for Gordon Lightfoot's "Sundown" came from the songwriter worrying about his girlfriend, who was out at bars all day while he was at home penning songs.
On Metallica's "The Unforgiven," James Hetfield modeled his vocals on Chris Isaak
Before she was famous, Lady Gaga was a staff songwriter, and wrote the song "Quicksand," which Britney Spears recorded in 2008.
"One Way Or Another" is based on a stalker who creeped out Blondie lead singer Debbie Harry.
Elton John didn't win a Grammy until 1986, when he got one for singing on "That's What Friends Are For."
Mike Rutherford talks about the "Silent Running" storyline and "Land Of Confusion" in the age of Trump.
Kooper produced Lynyrd Skynyrd, played with Dylan and the Stones, and formed BS&T.
The Winger frontman reveals the Led Zeppelin song he cribbed for "Seventeen," and explains how his passion for orchestra music informs his songwriting.
A top New York studio musician, Ralph played guitar on many '60s hits, including "Lightnin' Strikes," "A Lover's Concerto" and "I Am A Rock."
Cain talks about the divine inspirations for "Don't Stop Believin'" and "Faithfully."
Fagen talks about how the Steely Dan songwriting strategy has changed over the years, and explains why you don't hear many covers of their songs.
