Fossil collector and amateur palaeontologist Mary Anning (1799-1847) was the real life inspiration for "She Sells Sea Shells."
Before recording "Boom Clap" herself, Charli XCX offered the song to Hilary Duff, but her people turned down the tune because it "wasn't cool enough for Hilary."
Part of the "Cruel to Be Kind" video was shot during Nick Lowe and Carlene Carter's wedding.
Elton John's "Rocket Man" is based on a Ray Bradbury story called The Rocket Man published in 1951.
"I Won't Back Down" is a very personal song for Tom Petty. "I thought it wasn't that good because it was so naked," he said.
Pat Benatar's "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" was written by a guy named Eddie after going through a weird therapy session where he punched pillows to get out his aggressions.
The prom scene in Pretty in Pink was shot to "Don't You (Forget About Me)," but "If You Leave" was used in the film. That's why the dancers are out of time with the music.
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.
Kiss is the subject of many outlandish rumors - some of which happen to be true. See if you can spot the fakes.
The head of Drake's estate shares his insights on the late folk singer's life and music.
Oliver Leiber talks about writing and producing hits for Paula Abdul, and explains his complicated relationship with his father, the songwriter Jerry Leiber.
Some songs get a second life when they find a new audience through a movie, commercial, TV show, or even the Internet.
