John Mellencamp considers "Pink Houses" an "anti-American song," laying bare the struggles of the poor and working class.
Lou Reed's "Walk On The Wild Side" tells the story of real people who were part of Andy Warhol's "factory," including Holly Woodlawn and Candy Darling.
Wang Chung's '80s classic "Dance Hall Days" is about how things can start simple but end up complex. First you "take your baby by the hand," but by the end she has an amethyst in her mouth.
Michael Jackson's 1995 song "You Are Not Alone" was the first single in US history to enter the Billboard Hot 100 chart at #1
"The Lion Sleeps Tonight" is an English version of a Zulu hunting song from the 1930s.
"I Just Called To Say I Love You" is Stevie Wonder's best-selling single worldwide. It topped the Hot 100, AC, R&B and UK charts all in the same week.
The king of Christian worship music explains talks about writing songs for troubled times.
After studying in Paris with a famous composition teacher, Charles became the most successful writer of TV theme songs.
Here's what happens when an opening act is really out of place with the headliner, like when Beastie Boys opened for Madonna.
What's the deal with "Summer of '69"? Bryan explains what the song is really about, and shares more of his songwriting insights.
Did Marvin try out with the Detroit Lions? Did he fake crazy to get out of military service? And what about the cross-dressing?
Zac tells the story of Hanson's massive hit "MMMbop," and talks about how brotherly bonds effect their music.
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