
David Gilmour really was "Learning To Fly" when he co-wrote the Pink Floyd song - the aviation jargon came from his lessons.

Janet Jackson wrote the lyric to "Nasty" in response to random guys calling her "baby."

"Reasons" by Earth, Wind & Fire is a popular wedding song, but it's actually about a one-night stand.

Otis Redding often ad-libbed vocals at the end of songs, but for "(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay" he just whistled instead - it became some of the most famous whistling in song history.

"Today" by Smashing Pumpkins is sarcastic in the line "today is the greatest day." Lead singer Billy Corgan wrote it about the crippling depression he was battling following the band's first big tour.

The Nicolette Larson hit "Lotta Love" was written by Neil Young, who recorded a very different version of the song.
"Mr. Jones" took on new meaning when the song about a misguided view of fame made Adam famous.
How well do you know this shock-rock harbinger who's been publicly executed hundreds of times?
Zac tells the story of Hanson's massive hit "MMMbop," and talks about how brotherly bonds effect their music.
An interview with Ray and Derek Shulman of the progressive rock band Gentle Giant to discuss counterpoint, polyrhythms, and... Bon Jovi.
From the cowbell on "Mississippi Queen" to recording with The Who when they got the wrong Felix, stories from one of rock's master craftsmen.
Despite her reticent personality, Adele's life and music are filled with intrigue. See if you can spot the true tales.