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How This 1982 Deep Cut Channeled John Lennon and Eerily Reflected His Death
Two years after the ex-Beatles’ murder, Billy Joel was channeling John Lennon in a 1982 deep cut from Joel’s eighth album.
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How a Massive Hollywood Scandal From 1973 Helped Inspire This Neil Young Deep Cut
This song isn’t as well-known as his other protest tracks, but it’s just as powerful.
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Bob Dylan’s Pick for His “Most Perfect Song” Comes From One of His Most Divisive Albums
If you want to know what Bob Dylan is about, he recommends starting with this song.
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Remember This Scathing Dolly Parton Track She Wrote in Response to Tabloid Gossip?
The sonic equivalent of “bless your heart.”
Behind The Song
We here at American Songwriter are obsessed with uncovering the meaning behind our favorite songs. Below, you’ll find deep dives into big hits, deep cuts, and everything in between.
