When "Baby Love" reached the top spot, The Supremes became the first Motown act with two #1 hits on the Hot 100.
Mary J. Blige introduced three new words with her hit "Family Affair": hateration, holleration and dancerie.
Elton John and his lyricist Bernie Taupin got the name "Levon" from Levon Helm, who was the drummer in The Band.
On Metallica's "The Unforgiven," James Hetfield modeled his vocals on Chris Isaak
"Do You Really Want To Hurt Me?" was written by Boy George about his relationship with Culture Club's drummer Jon Moss.
Roger tells the stories behind some of his biggest hits, including "Give a Little Bit," "Take the Long Way Home" and "The Logical Song."
The longtime BS&T frontman tells the "Spinning Wheel" story, including the line he got from Joni Mitchell.
Jon Fratelli talks about the band's third album, and the five-year break leading up to it.
Martyn talks about producing Tina Turner, some Heaven 17 hits, and his work with the British Electric Foundation.
Into the vaults for this talk with Bolton from the '80s when he was a focused on writing songs for other artists.
When he joined Guns N' Roses in 1990, Matt helped them craft an orchestral sound; his mezzo fortes and pianissimos are all over "November Rain."