The first big hit by an X Factor winner was "Bleeding Love" by Leona Lewis, who won the British version of the show in 2008. The song was intended for Jesse McCartney, who wrote it with Ryan Tedder.
"Babylon," in David Gray's song, refers to London, which was once known as the "modern-day Babylon."
Jack White titled "Seven Nation Army" after how he would mispronounce "Salvation Army" when he was little.
The "Don't Stop Believin'" lyric was inspired by Sunset Boulevard, making it perfect for the Rock of Ages musical.
Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" includes both gibberish ("Roma Roma-ma") and French ("Je veux ton amour et je veux ta revanche") in the lyrics. The French part translates to: "I want your love and I want your revenge."
"Unchained Melody" first appeared in a 1955 movie called Unchained. The Righteous Brothers recorded it in 1965, and their version was resurrected in the 1990 movie Ghost.
If you can recall the days when MTV played videos, you know that there are lots of stories to tell. See if you can spot the real ones.
The guitarist/songwriter explains how he came up with his signature sound, and deconstructs some classic Fear Factory songs.
Rickie Lee Jones on songwriting, social media, and how she's handling Trump.
After studying in Paris with a famous composition teacher, Charles became the most successful writer of TV theme songs.
Steve Cropper on the making of "In the Midnight Hour," the chicken-wire scene in The Blues Brothers, and his 2021 album, Fire It Up.
A popular contemporary folk singer, Williams still remembers the sticky note that changed her life in college.