"American Pie" singer Don McLean has some strong opinions about modern music as he marks the 66th anniversary of "The Day the Music Died." ...

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Bertie Ocampo's father, Louie Ocampo, performed a sweet song for her at her wedding reception on Jan. 17. 'There wasn’t a dry eye in the room. Every guest I spoke to told me they were either close to ...

When John Lennon left The Beatles, he also mostly left behind his tendency to write opaque lyrics that were sometimes intended to lead listeners off on a wild goose chase looking for meaning. It was ...

Explore the exciting lyrics of Lana Del Rey's "Chemtrails Over the Country Club" and uncover the stories and themes behind this mesmerizing track now.

A great TV theme song has the power to instantly transport us into the world of a show, setting the tone before the first ...

It’s easy to get precious about the true meaning of our creative endeavours, but how much authority do songwriters really have to own the definitive reading of their work?

Explore Doja Cat's Agora Hills lyrics with our in-depth analysis. Uncover themes, hidden meanings, and more. Involve in her ...

It's a piano riff that fires off an anthem we all know by heart. "I Will Survive" is a disco masterpiece by two-time Grammy ...

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A closer look at the best original song and best original score nominees ahead of the Academy Awards on March 2.