Song Facts: The stories behind the hits

George Michael lost the love of his life in 1993, a pivotal loss that impacted his music.

The heartbreaking ballad George Michael wrote for the one true love he lost

George Michael

Shaboozey and Jell Roll have teamed up for a new song.

Shaboozey and Jelly Roll’s Amen: Lyrics, meaning, listen here and more

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Gabrielle chatting with Smooth in 2025, in the music video for Dreams in 1993 and on the single cover

Dreams by Gabrielle: Lyrics, meaning, Fast Car origins and more – as told by Gabrielle

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Chappell Roan's new country track is delighting fans.

Chappell Roan’s The Giver: Lyrics, meaning, country style and more explained

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Roberta Flack became a global sensation when she released 'Killing Me Softly With His Song'.

The Story of... 'Killing Me Softly With His Song' by Roberta Flack

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Night Fever vinyl covers and the Bee Gees in the music video for Night Fever

Night Fever by the Bee Gees: Lyrics, meaning, film story and more facts

Bee Gees

John Waite performing on stage and the album cover for Missing You

Missing You by John Waite: Lyrics, meaning, Netflix show details and more

George Michael

Father Figure by George Michael: Lyrics, meaning, Babygirl scene and more

Richard Marx and the album cover for Right Here Waiting

‘Right Here Waiting’ by Richard Marx: Story, lyrics meaning, movie facts and more

Presents under a Christmas tree and Eartha Kitt

Santa Baby by Eartha Kitt: Lyrics, meaning, covers and more

The Story of... 'Last Christmas' by Wham!

The Story of... 'Last Christmas' by Wham! - as told by Andrew Ridgeley

A snowman in some snow

Frosty the Snowman: Story, lyrics, covers and more explained

A Christmas tree and Kelly Clarkson singing.

Underneath the Tree by Kelly Clarkson: Lyrics, story, song facts and more

Kelly Clarkson

Heal the Pain

The Story of... 'Heal the Pain' by George Michael

Prince Purple Rain

The Story of... 'Purple Rain' by Prince

Madonna - Like a Prayer

The Story of... 'Like a Prayer' by Madonna

Madonna

Neil Diamond On Stage in 1984

The Story of... 'Sweet Caroline' by Neil Diamond

Seal's Kiss from a Rose

The Story of... 'Kiss From a Rose' by Seal

Come on Eileen - Dexys Midnight Runners

Come on Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners: Song meaning, lyrics, covers and more facts revealed

Journey's 'Don't Stop Believin''

Don't Stop Believin' by Journey: Song meaning, lyrics, covers and more facts revealed

"I see your true colours, shining through."

The Story of... 'True Colours' by Cyndi Lauper

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Eurythmics performed an acoustic version of 'When The Day Goes Down' live on BBC in 1989.

Watch Eurythmics' gorgeous acoustic 1989 performance of rare song 'When The Day Goes Down'

Billy Joel performing today and in the 80s.

Billy Joel: And So It Goes documentary: release date, how to watch and more

Billy Joel

When Phil Collins sent Def Leppard drummer 'incredible' letter after tragic accident

When Phil Collins sent Def Leppard drummer 'incredible' letter after tragic accident

Phil Collins

Madonna and the Netflix logo.

Madonna Netflix series: Release date, cast, and former biopic rumours explained

Madonna

Riley Green, Ella Langley and Megan Moroney

Who is Riley Green dating? Ella Langley and Megan Moroney rumours explored

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Listen to A-ha's stunning acoustic rendition of 'Take on Me'

a-ha's acoustic cover of 'Take On Me' is breathtakingly beautiful

Watch George Michael’s immaculate acoustic performance of ‘Freedom 90’ for MTV

Watch George Michael’s immaculate acoustic performance of ‘Freedom 90’ for MTV

George Michael

Megan Moroney performing and smiling

Megan Moroney new album: Release date, songs, latest rumours and more

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Bono and Ali Hewson have been together since they were at school.

Bono and his wife Ali Hewson’s secret to building 40-year marriage from high school romance

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Cher's best songs

Cher's 10 greatest songs ever, ranked

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