"The Way We Were" was the first of five #1 singles by Barbra Streisand. She is the only artist ever to receive an Oscar, Tony, Emmy and Grammy, and also record a #1 single and album.
"All Star" was written as a confidence builder for fans who were bullied for liking Smash Mouth.
Part of the "Cruel to Be Kind" video was shot during Nick Lowe and Carlene Carter's wedding.
Alicia Keys got a huge break when Oprah had her perform her debut single "Fallin'" on her show.
"Killing An Arab" by The Cure was inspired by Albert Camus' book The Stranger.
"Centerfield" was the first song enshrined in the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame.
At 80 years old, Yoko has 10 #1 Dance hits. She discusses some of her songs and explains what inspired John Lennon's return to music in 1980.
In this talk from the '80s, the Kansas frontman talks turning to God and writing "Dust In The Wind."
Songs where something goes horribly wrong (literally or metaphorically), and help is needed right away.
Revisit the awesome glory of Night Ranger and Damn Yankees: cheesily-acted videos, catchy guitar licks, long hair, and lyrics that are just plain relatable.
"Lullaby" singer Shawn Mullins on "Beautiful Wreck," beating the Devil, and his writing credit on the Zac Brown Band song "Toes."
The lead singer and pianist for Procol Harum, Gary talks about finding the musical ideas to match the words.