Steppenwolf – “Born to Be Wild”
About the Song Released in 1968 as part of Steppenwolf’s debut album, Steppenwolf, “Born to Be Wild” quickly became the anthem of freedom and rebellion, associated with motorcycles, the counterculture movement, and the spirit of the open road. The song’s…
Foreigner – “I Want to Know What Love Is”
About the Song Released in December 1984 as the lead single from Foreigner’s fifth studio album, Agent Provocateur, “I Want to Know What Love Is” became one of the defining power ballads of the 20th century. Written by the band’s…
Creedence Clearwater Revival – “Down on the Corner”
About the Song “Down on the Corner” by Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) is a feel-good anthem that encapsulates the band’s knack for crafting simple yet infectious tunes. Released on their 1969 album Willy and the Poor Boys, the song quickly…
The Lennon Sisters – “Tonight You Belong to Me”
About the Song A timeless gem of nostalgia, “Tonight You Belong to Me” became a beloved classic when sung by the harmonious and wholesome Lennon Sisters. Known for their angelic voices and pristine harmonies, the Lennon Sisters were an enduring…
Bon Jovi – “Livin’ On A Prayer”
About the Song Few anthems define the 1980s rock scene as powerfully as Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ On A Prayer.” Released in 1986 on the band’s landmark Slippery When Wet album, the track became an instant global phenomenon. Written by Jon…
Little Anthony & The Imperials – “Tears on My Pillow”
About the Song “Tears on My Pillow” is a quintessential doo-wop classic written by Sylvester Bradford and Al Lewis in 1958. Performed by Little Anthony & The Imperials, this heartfelt ballad marked the group’s debut under their iconic name, catapulting…
Led Zeppelin – “Stairway to Heaven”: The Epic That Defined Rock
About the Song Every iconic band has that one transcendent song—a track so monumental it eclipses their legacy, reshaping the landscape of music itself. For Led Zeppelin, that song is “Stairway to Heaven.” Often likened to rock’s equivalent of The…
Led Zeppelin – “Whole Lotta Love”: A Rock Anthem That Defined an Era
About the Song Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” is more than just a track—it’s a cornerstone in the history of rock music, cementing the band’s status as a trailblazing force in the genre. This song played a crucial role in…
Jerry Lee Lewis – “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On”
About the Song “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” is a rock and roll classic, originally written by Dave “Curlee” Williams and sometimes credited to James Faye “Roy” Hall. Although first recorded by Big Maybelle, it was Jerry Lee Lewis’s 1957…
The Manhattans – “Kiss and Say Goodbye”
About the Song “Kiss and Say Goodbye” is a classic 1976 hit by the American R&B vocal group The Manhattans. Written by Winfred “Blue” Lovett, the group’s bass singer and songwriter, the track features a poignant spoken introduction by Lovett…