Lindsay Lohan sued Pitbull for defamation over the line in his song "Give Me Everything (Tonight)," ""I got it locked up like Lindsay Lohan."
Buck Dharma of Blue Oyster Cult wrote "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" after he was diagnosed with a heart condition and started thinking about his own mortality.
"A Hard Day's Night" was the title song to The Beatles' first movie, which was surprisingly good: it was nominated for two Oscars.
"Losing My Religion" isn't about religion, but unrequited love. The title is based on a Southern expression meaning "at my wit's end."
"Human" by The Killers was the most streamed song on Spotify in 2008, the year that the music streaming service was launched.
"Soul Man" was a new term when the song was written in 1967. As defined by Sam & Dave, the "soul man" was a farmer "comin' to ya on a dusty road."
These overtly religious songs crossed over to the pop charts, despite resistance from fans, and in many cases, churches.
The head of Drake's estate shares his insights on the late folk singer's life and music.
Tyler talks about his true love: songwriting. How he identifies the beauty in a melody and turns sorrow into art.
A history of songs dealing with transgender issues, featuring Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Morrissey and Green Day.
The lead singer/lyricist for Anberlin breaks down "Impossible" and covers some tracks from their 2012 album Vital.
Many actors have attempted music, but only a few have managed a hit. Do you know which of these thespians charted?
