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.
INGLEWOOD, CA – SEPTEMBER 14: (L-R) Musicians Vince Gill and Timothy B. Schmit of The Eagles perform onstage during 'An Evening with The Eagles' at The Forum on September 14, 2018 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)
Gretchen Wilson performs "Redneck Woman" during 32nd Annual American Music Awards – Show at Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, United States. (Photo by Chris Polk/FilmMagic)
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – 1st MARCH: Photo of DEXYS MIDNIGHT RUNNERS, Dexys Midnight Runners posed in Birmingham in March 1980. Lead singer Kevin Rowland at front. (Photo by David Corio/Redferns)
Kino. A Star Is Born, Star Is Born, A, A Star Is Born, Star Is Born, A, Kris Kristofferson, Barbra Streisand Der Rockstar John Norman Howard (Kris Kristofferson), dessen Karriere zu Ende geht, verhilft der Saengerin Esther (Barbra Streisand) zu Weltruhm. , 1976. (Photo by FilmPublicityArchive/United Archives via Getty Images)
English Rock and Pop musicians Paul McCartney (left), on bass, and John Lennon (1940 – 1980), on guitar, both of the group the Beatles, as they perform onstage at Olympia Stadium, Detroit, Michigan, August 13, 1966. (Photo by Douglas Elbinger/Getty Images)
