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

"Jessie's Girl" tells the true story of a girl Rick Springfield was crushing on, but her boyfriend's name was really Gary and he was more of an acquaintance than a friend.

The thunderclap sound heard in the Bee Gees song "Tragedy" was made by Barry Gibb with his mouth.

"Rockin' In The Free World" is a very pro-America title, but the song takes on politicians who are indifferent to the poor and disenfranchised.

"Surf City" was recorded by Jan & Dean, but written by Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys. It was the first #1 hit Wilson wrote.

"The Lion Sleeps Tonight" is an English version of a Zulu hunting song from the 1930s.
In this talk from the '80s, the Kansas frontman talks turning to God and writing "Dust In The Wind."
Phil was a songwriter, producer and voice behind many Philadelphia soul classics. When disco hit, he got an interesting project: The Village People.
Kiss is the subject of many outlandish rumors - some of which happen to be true. See if you can spot the fakes.
In this quiz, spot the artist who put Romeo into a song lyric.
Producer Rupert Hine talks about crafting hits for Tina Turner, Howard Jones and The Fixx.
Dave reveals the inspiration for "Feelin' Alright" and explains how the first song he ever wrote became the biggest hit for his band Traffic.