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Five for Fighting is the recording name of Los Angeles singer, songwriter and pianist John Ondrasik. He developed through piano, guitar and vocal study before adopting the name for his solo releases. Message for...

The track was inspired by the nostalgia for 1980s pop culture.

The song was inspired by the film "Shrek 2," for which it was written.

The song was inspired by West's critique of materialism in society.

The song was inspired by the band's criticism of American media and politics.

The track was inspired by Keith's admiration for U.S. military personnel.

The track was inspired by classic rock and roll from the 1960s and 70s.

The track was inspired by Caribbean rhythms and the desire to create a crossover hit.

The track was inspired by Anastacia's battle with breast cancer.

The song was inspired by Clarkson's journey from small-town life to fame.

The track was inspired by the struggle to overcome destructive behaviors.

The song was inspired by the struggle to overcome personal demons.

The track was inspired by Branch's experience with a long-distance relationship.

The track was inspired by Nas' relationship with his father, jazz musician Olu Dara.

Usher drew from his personal experiences with relationships for this emotional ballad.

The track was inspired by the band's Christian faith.

The track was inspired by the feeling of being completely enamored with someone.

The song was inspired by the group's old-school hip-hop roots.

Jay-Z's recording career connects a conversational rap delivery with changing approaches to hip-hop production. Reasonable Doubt in 1996 and Vol. 2... Hard Knock Life in 1998 mark early stages of that development....

The song was based on a friend's real-life experience with infidelity.

YoungBloodZ is the Atlanta rap duo of Sean P and J-Bo, who developed their partnership after meeting at school in Decatur, Georgia. Their involvement in the Attic collective helped bring them to LaFace Records, which...

The song was inspired by the intense feelings of new love.

The track was inspired by the band's Christian faith and personal growth.

The song was inspired by the impact parents have on their children.

The track was inspired by the passing of time and cherishing moments.

The song was inspired by the intimacy and trust in close relationships.

The track was inspired by the dancehall music popular at the time.

The song was inspired by Jay-Z's rise to success despite obstacles.

The track was inspired by Lavigne's desire for respect in relationships.

The track was inspired by Romanian folk music and pop culture.

The song was inspired by West Coast hip-hop and club culture.

Dude brought Beenie Man together with Ms. Thing after producer Dave Kelly heard her performing at a Baby Cham album launch. Kelly had already recorded tracks with her before arranging this collaboration. Its success...

The song was reportedly inspired by Spears' relationship with Justin Timberlake.

The song was inspired by the euphoria of a perfect relationship.

The track was inspired by the darker side of relationships.

The song was inspired by the band's desire to write a more optimistic track.

The track was inspired by the party culture in North Carolina.

Eamon is a singer and songwriter from Staten Island whose musical background combined doo-wop with hip-hop. His father sang in a doo-wop group, and Eamon listened to performers ranging from Frankie Lymon to Frank...

Lil' Flip is a Houston rapper who developed a reputation through freestyle performances and the city's independent recording network. His early work with Suckafree included The Leprechaun, and he became associated...

The track was inspired by the crunk music scene in Atlanta and party culture.

The track was inspired by the flashy lifestyle of entertainers.

The song was inspired by the idea that both genders can be guilty of dishonesty.

The song was a response to the overtly sexual lyrics in popular music at the time.

R. Kelly is an American R&B singer, songwriter and producer from Chicago. He sang in church and developed his performance skills at Kenwood Academy before recording with Public Announcement. His solo catalog includes...

The song was inspired by the energy of club music and dance culture.

The track was inspired by the band's spiritual beliefs and quest for peace.

The song was written about being away from loved ones while on tour.

The Black Eyed Peas developed around will.i.am, apl.de.ap and Taboo, with early albums built on loose hip-hop grooves and shared vocal exchanges. Fergie joined for the Elephunk era, broadening the group's sung hooks...

Andre 3000 was inspired by The Beatles and Prince when creating this upbeat track.

The track was inspired by hotel parties and celebrations.