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Behind the Meaning of Dasha’s Viral Hit, “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)”
One of the most unlikely country hits in 2024 came from a mononymous artist named Dasha. Prior to releasing her twangy “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’),” Dasha primarily made pop music. Her first foray...
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The Bittersweet Ballad Walker Hayes and Lori McKenna Wrote With Former NBC...
"Most days are just Wednesdays, regular days," said Hoda Kotb. "If you love your Wednesdays, you’ll love your life.” The post The Bittersweet Ballad Walker Hayes and Lori McKenna Wrote With Former NBC...
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Apparently, We Have Rick Rubin To Thank for One of Tom Petty’s Greatest Hits
Rick Rubin once helped Tom Petty transform a previously unreleased, nearly forgotten demo into one Petty's greatest hits. The post Apparently, We Have Rick Rubin To Thank for One of Tom Petty’s...
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I Was Shocked To Learn Roger Waters Regrets This Iconic Pink Floyd Cut
Roger Waters once admitted that he "regretted" this iconic Pink Floyd cut off their 1975 album, 'Wish You Were Here.' The post I Was Shocked To Learn Roger Waters Regrets This Iconic Pink Floyd Cut...
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Behind the Meaning of Parker McCollum’s Candid “What Kinda Man”
Parker McCollum shed his typical sound on the candid, “What Kinda Man.” This up-tempo country track sees him find a woman worth settling down for. It’s a stark departure from his typical style, but has...
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The Story and Meaning Behind “Holding Back the Years,” the Neo-Soul Smash...
The second half of the 1980s was distinguished by a focus on bold, synthetic music. It was unusual to hear too many tracks that focused entirely on the old-school qualities of sharp songwriting, subtle...
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The Beatles Classic Paul McCartney Wishes He Could Re-Write
The songwriting mistake Paul McCartney wishes he could redo on the classic Beatles track "When I'm Sixty-Four." The post The Beatles Classic Paul McCartney Wishes He Could Re-Write appeared first on...
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The Lowdown of the Bass Magic on Beach Boys’ Hit Record, “Wouldn’t It Be Nice”
We explore the fascinating insights into arranging bass guitar parts the Beach Boys' 1966 track "Wouldn't It Be Nice" offers. The post The Lowdown of the Bass Magic on Beach Boys’ Hit Record, “Wouldn’t...
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The Story Behind How Grouch Marx, Oscar Wilde, and François Truffaut Inspired...
“I always wanted to write a nostalgic song a rock and roll song which captured the right sounds," said Elton John of his 1972 hit. The post The Story Behind How Grouch Marx, Oscar Wilde, and François...
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The Ray Price Tribute Song That Vince Gill Was “Most Skeptical” About Recording
Vince Gill opens about why "Danny Boy" was such a risky song to record and feature on his Ray Price album with Paul Franklin. The post The Ray Price Tribute Song That Vince Gill Was “Most Skeptical”...
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David Gilmour Once Refused To Sing Vocals on This Classic Pink Floyd Song
David Gilmour once refused to sing this iconic Pink Floyd song, one that Roger Waters would later say he "regretted." The post David Gilmour Once Refused To Sing Vocals on This Classic Pink Floyd Song...
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Behind the Meaning of “In My Daughter’s Eyes” by Martina McBride
McBride's music cuts right to the heart. One particularly affecting song is "In My Daughter's Eyes." Uncover the meaning behind this emotional tribute, below. The post Behind the Meaning of “In My...
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The Story and Meaning Behind a Mashup Come to Life: “You Don’t Bring Me...
When you listen to "You Don't Bring Me Flowers" by Barbra Streisand and Neil Diamond, it certainly sounds like it was created with the sole intent of bringing these two superstars together on record....
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“You’re Being Foolish,” the Tough Love Pep Talk Barry Manilow Needed to...
Record exec Clive Davis had to give Barry Manilow a little bit of tough love before the singer would record this ironic No. 1 hit. The post “You’re Being Foolish,” the Tough Love Pep Talk Barry Manilow...
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How a Car Dealer Helped John Lennon Find the Perfect Lyric for “A Day in the...
John Lennon found inspiration from multiple places when writing "A Day in the Life," including the advice of a luxury car dealer. The post How a Car Dealer Helped John Lennon Find the Perfect Lyric for...
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Behind the Meaning of Jamey Johnson’s “In Color”
That the onus behind Jamey Johnson's "In Color." Uncover the meaning behind this track, below. The post Behind the Meaning of Jamey Johnson’s “In Color” appeared first on American Songwriter.
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The Story and Meaning Behind “Back Stabbers,” The O’Jays’ Smash That Helped...
After a decade or so of sporadic and modest success, The O'Jays needed a change to reach their potential. Philadelphia International Records needed a group that would be the ideal conduit for the...
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Yacht Rock Essentials: “I Love You,” the Climax Blues Band Smash That...
Proving that even British bands could get in on the yacht rock act, the Climax Blues Band knocked off a pair of songs that fit well into the canon. There was the sleekly funky "Couldn't Get It Right"...
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The Song Mick Jagger Wrote for Keith Richards Following His Eviction
Mick Jagger wrote “Neighbours” for Richards, who frequently found himself in difficult living situations. As the 1970s blurred into the 1980s, The Rolling Stones had grown up. But Richards still caused...
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Just a Song Before We Go: What Was the Last U.S. Top-40 Hit by Tom Petty?
As it does for all artists, Petty's time as a factor on the pop charts in the U.S. came to an end. What was the last time he struck it big in that fashion? Well, it came via a song with a little...
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