Stevie Wonder was 12 years old when he released his first #1 hit, "Fingertips (Part 2)." He had to wait 22 years for his next one: "Part Time Lover."
45% of the royalties for "Somebody That I Used To Know" go to the estate of the Brazilian classical guitarist Luiz Bonfá, whose song "Seville" Gotye sampled.
Rod Stewart wrote "Maggie May" about the woman who deflowered him when he was 16.
The video for Brad Paisley's "Online" is a mini-Seinfeld reunion, featuring Jason Alexander, Estelle Harris, and Patrick Warburton.
"Everybody Have Fun Tonight" is a rare hit with the band's name used as a verb: "Everybody Wang Chung tonight." The band says it can mean whatever you'd like it to.
In Metallica's 1986 metal classic "Master Of Puppets," the "Master" represents drugs, controlling the user like a puppet. Lead singer James Hetfield wasn't an addict at the time, but 15 years later he needed rehab to treat his alcoholism.
Wilder's hit "Break My Stride" had an unlikely inspiration: a famous record mogul who rejected it.
Do you know the girl singer on Eminem's "Stan"? If so, this quiz is for you.
Chad tells tales from his time as drummer for Nirvana, and talks about his group Before Cars.
The guitarist/songwriter explains how he came up with his signature sound, and deconstructs some classic Fear Factory songs.
Toto's keyboard player explains the true meaning of "Africa" and talks about working on the Thriller album.
Martyn talks about producing Tina Turner, some Heaven 17 hits, and his work with the British Electric Foundation.