"Feel Good Inc." by Gorillaz is a satire on the corporate music industry that cranks out "feel-good" music simply for profit.
The Arctic Monkeys 2011 song "Suck It and See" is titled after a British saying meaning you should try something to see if you like it.
The song "Knock On Wood" was confusing to UK listeners because the saying there is "Touch Wood."
The most famous song to prominently feature a French horn is "God Only Knows" by The Beach Boys.
Ozzy Osbourne's "Shot In The Dark" is titled after a Pink Panther movie.
The first popular song to use the phrase "Heavy Metal" was "Born To Be Wild" by Steppenwolf, which was featured in the movie Easy Rider.
With the band in danger of being dropped from their label, Alice Cooper drummer Neal Smith co-wrote the song that started their trek from horror show curiosity to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Brenda talks about the inspiration that drove her to write hit songs like "Get Here" and "Piano in the Dark," and why a lack of formal music training can be a songwriter's best asset.
Joe talks about the challenges of of making a Duke Ellington tribute album, and tells the stories behind some of his hits.
Did Marvin try out with the Detroit Lions? Did he fake crazy to get out of military service? And what about the cross-dressing?
Chad tells tales from his time as drummer for Nirvana, and talks about his group Before Cars.
The Stax legend on how he cooked up "Green Onions," the first time he and Otis Redding saw hippies, and if he'll ever play a digital organ.