Kelly Rowland was the first Destiny's Child member to have a hit away from the group: her Nelly duet "Dilemma."
According to Frank Sinatra's daughter, he hated "My Way," but had to sing it at every show when it became his signature song.
Paul McCartney wrote "Blackbird" in Scotland after reading about race riots in the US, triggered when federal courts forced the racial desegregation of the Arkansas capital's school system.
The Men Without Hats lead singer wrote "The Safety Dance" after getting kicked out of a bar for dancing too aggressively. The song is literally about being safe to dance if you want to.
Van Halen's first #1 hit was "Jump," an unusual song for the band because the lead instrument was synthesizer, not guitar.
The phrase "Mamma Mia" was big in 1976. It was the name of a popular Abba song, and also showed up in the lyrics to "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen.
Howard explains his positive songwriting method and how uplifting songs can carry a deeper message.
Was Janet secretly married at 18? Did she gain 60 pounds for a movie role that went to Mariah Carey? See what you know about Ms. Jackson.
When a song describes a wedding, it's rarely something to celebrate - with one big exception.
The "Lowdown" and "Lido Shuffle" singer makes a habit of playing with the best in the business.
Taylor talks about "The Machine" - the hits, the videos and Clive Davis.