The disco song "Good Tmes" by Chic was a huge influence on early rap, providing the bassline for "Rapper's Delight."
James Taylor wrote "Sweet Baby James" during a road trip to Virginia in honor of his brother’s new baby, also named James, whom he was about to meet for the first time.
"Islands in the Stream" was originally written by The Bee Gees as an R&B song. It was originally written by the brothers for Marvin Gaye, however it was recorded instead as a duet by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton with the Gibb Brothers also contributing vocals.
"Should I Stay or Should I Go?" by The Clash features some Spanish lines by the Texas singer Joe Ely.
Madonna wrote a song called "Love Won't Wait" that she didn't want, but became a UK #1 hit for Gary Barlow.
Johnny Cash's wife, June Carter, wrote "Ring Of Fire" about their relationship.
The renown rock singer talks about "The House of the Rising Sun" and "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood."
Outrageously gifted and just plain outrageous, Millie is an R&B and Rap innovator.
Is Owl City on a quest for another hit like "Fireflies?" Adam answers that question and explains the influences behind many others.
A selection of songs made to be terrible - some clearly achieved that goal.
One of the most popular classical vocalists in the land is lining up a trip to space, which is the inspiration for many of her songs.
Was Justin the first to be Punk'd by Ashton Kutcher? Did Britney really blame him for her meltdown? Did his bandmates think he was gay?
