When Don McLean released “American Pie” in 1971, he left listeners with a wealth of potential lyrical analysis. The sprawling, over-eight-minute song incorporated quintessentially American imagery ...

When we think of one-hit wonder songs, often those tracks are silly or goofy; but some are actually quite profound.

Elton John's self-titled second album released on this day in 1970, marking the beginning of his breakthrough in the ...

Gabriel's lyrics became more layered in imagery from the Depression and Dust Bowl eras and the impact of unemployment on families.

This Merle Haggard song has become synonymous with his entire career, but he often said he regretted ever writing it.

Former Blue Öyster Cult bassist, Joe Bouchard knew the band had something special the first time he heard "(Don't Fear) The ...

Joe Cocker was looking for a boost in his solo career, and "You Are So Beautiful" came along and became a signature hit.

Here below, we wanted to explore the careers of three in particular. This trio of rockers helped shape and define rock music in its nascent days. Indeed, these are three classic rock songwriters and ...

Watch restored footage of John Lennon’s dynamic performance of his solo song “Well Well Well” from his historic 1972 One to ...

Paul McCartney picks out his "desert island" Beatles song and adds a particularly wacky B-side to the mix, too.

Bruce Springsteen has debuted a cinematic lyric video for “Rain in the River,” an archival tune from his upcoming ‘Tracks’ II ...

If you're looking to build your next road trip playlist, then check out these driving songs by Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Breeders, and R.E.M.