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1 Madonna Song Is Based on a Nursery Rhyme
Madonna's songs could get edgy, but one draws lyrics from a nursery rhyme. Most stars would sound ridiculous singing such lyrics, but the Material Girl knew what she was doing.
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The ‘Bad’ Song Quincy Jones Said Did the Best for Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson's 'Bad' has more great songs on it than most singers will produce over their entire careers. Quincy Jones revealed which track from 'Bad' became the most prominent.
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Michael Jackson’s ‘Bad: The ‘Ghostbusters’ Connection
Michael Jackson’s “Bad” and 'Ghostbusters' are quintessential elements of 1980s popular culture. It only makes sense that “Bad” has a connection to Ray Parker Jr.’s theme song for 'Ghostbusters'.
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‘You Give Love a Bad Name’ Wasn’t Meant for Bon Jovi Even Though They Wrote It
Bon Jovi's "You Give Love a Bad Name" remains beloved. Bon Jovi's co-writer said he wrote it in a place that reminded him of an infamous horror film.
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Most Expensive Music Video Ever Made: Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson’s Director Debunks ‘Scream’ Record
Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson's "Scream" is often cited as the most expensive music video ever made. The director of the video hates this claim.
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The Beach Boys vs. The Monkees: Who Had More No. 1 Hits?
The Beach Boys and The Monkees will forever be remembered as two of the best pop bands ever. One of the bands had a No. 1 single during the 1980s.
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The Surprising Meaning of Bon Jovi’s ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’
Bon Jovi's "Livin' on a Prayer" is overexposed — and yet, some fans miss its meaning. Jon Bon Jovi revealed the tune was inspired by 1980s politics.
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Someone Might’ve Thrown 7 Songs From Madonna’s ‘Ray of Light’ in the Trash
Madonna’s 'Ray of Light' is many things but it’s not a trashy album. Despite this, seven of the songs from 'Ray of Light' might’ve ended up in the trash.
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Michael Jackson’s ‘Billie Jean’ Could Have Been Turned Into 12 Songs, Says Producer
Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" deeply impressed an important R&B musician. He said that the track could have been 12 different hit songs if Jackson had divided it up.
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The Creepy Coincidence Behind Michael Jackson’s ‘Blood on the Dance Floor’
Michael Jackson’s “Blood on the Dance Floor” is one of his most underrated songs. While the song’s funky instrumental is fascinatingly dark, the song’s backstory is even darker.
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Michael Jackson Was a Better Entertainer Than The Beatles
The Beatles were the best rock band ever but there was one way in which Michael Jackson surpassed them. He was simply a better entertainer than the Fab Four.
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Madonna Is a Real Artist, Not ‘Talent-Show Winner,’ Argues Songwriter
Madonna is the Queen of Pop, but that doesn't mean that everyone respects her as an artist. The writer behind "Like a Prayer" revealed what he thought of her.
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The 2 Madonna Songs That ‘Feel Like Home’ to Britney Spears
In Rolling Stone, Britney Spears said two of Madonna's songs sound timeless to her. The two songs have nothing in common.
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Michael Jackson’s Estate Removed Controversial Songs From Streaming
Many of Michael Jackson's posthumously released songs are available on streaming. Three were removed — and two of those three have a similar theme.
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Michael Jackson Tried to Sound Like Another Singer When He Sang ‘Man in the Mirror’
Michael Jackson's "Man in the Mirror" is powerful because the King of Pop had an incredible singing voice. Despite that, he was trying to sound like another 1980s singer.
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Michael Jackson’s ‘I Just Can’t Stop Loving You’ Made Quincy Jones Nervous
Michael Jackson's "I Just Can't Stop Loving You" isn't a spooky song like "Thriller," but it still made Quincy Jones nervous. One of Jackson's collaborators explained why.
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Madonna’s Songwriter Said 1 Hit Proves She Has the Best Singing Voice Ever
Madonna released more hits than just about anyone but not all of them are vocally challenging. Her co-writer said one of her hits proves she has the best singing voice.
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A Choir Worked on Madonna’s Blasphemous ‘Like a Prayer’
Madonna's "Like a Prayer" is one of the most controversial songs of all time, with some Christians finding its music video offensive. A Christian choir worked on the song.
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Michael Jackson’s ‘Man in the Mirror’ Is Similar to a Bible Passage
Michael Jackson's "Man in the Mirror" is the rare pop song with a message. The song seems like a paraphrase of one of the most famous passages from the gospels.
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1 Song From Michael Jackson’s ‘Bad’ Was Inspired by God
Michael Jackson's 'Bad' includes many of his most impressive songs. The writer of one of the album's songs said it came from God.
