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Buffy Sainte-Marie Wrote an Elvis Presley Song
Elvis Presley’s "Until It's Time for You to Go" was written by one of the most important protest singers of the 1960s: Buffy Saint-Marie. Many other artists recorded the song.
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Elvis Presley’s ‘Do the Clam’ Isn’t That Bad, Actually
Elvis Presley's "Do the Clam" is one of the most infamous songs in his discography. While "Do the Clam" is easy to mock, it has redeeming qualities that go unnoticed.
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Why The Beatles’ ‘Eight Days a Week’ Has Such a Bad Title
Paul McCartney explained what inspired him and John Lennon to write The Beatles’ "Eight Days a Week." John wasn't satisfied with the tune.
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Paul McCartney Said Fans Felt John Lennon Was the Only Beatle
The Beatles were more than just John Lennon or Paul McCartney. Despite this, some people like arguing some members of the group weren't integral to its success.
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Paul McCartney Gave a Song He Wrote As a Teen to Another Band
One of the songs Paul McCartney wrote as a teenager played an important role in The Beatles' career. The tune became a hit.
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Elvis Presley’s ‘Burning Love’ Should Have Been More Controversial
Elvis Presley didn't seem like the sort of singer to offend Christians. However, “Burning Love” combined Christian iconography with sex.
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John Lennon Added This Essential Part to The Beatles’ ‘Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da’
The sophisticated Beatles fan can sometimes tell which Beatle wrote which song just by listening to it. The Beatles' "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da" doesn't sound like John Lennon.
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Why John Lennon Refused to Vote
Despite everything John Lennon said in his music, he didn't vote. He still felt the need to dabble in politics in his music.
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Elvis’ Songwriter Loved When He Sang ‘Trouble’ Menacingly
Elvis Presley's "Trouble" was a little bit of a joke except when Elvis sang it during the ''68 Comeback Special'. Elvis incorporated the tune into an amazing medley.
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The Beatles’ ‘Helter Skelter’ Is About the Roman Empire
Paul McCartney said The Beatles' "Helter Skelter" used a metaphor to portray the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. He also said that The Who influenced the song indirectly.
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How The Beatles Inspired a Backstreet Boys Song
Some of the Backstreet Boys' songs have the timeless quality of The Beatles. The writer of many Backstreet Boys tunes drew influence from The Beatles to write an odd line.
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Paul McCartney Once Said He Doesn’t Get The Beatles’ Legacy
Paul McCartney and John Lennon were both asked about The Beatles' legacy during different decades. They gave wildly different answers.
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Paul McCartney Said His Best Songs Have 1 Thing in Common
Paul McCartney named several songs he considers to be the best in his catalog. Comparing two interviews, he was pretty consistent in his choices for The Beatles' greatest songs.
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An Artist Remixed Elvis Presley’s ‘Rubberneckin” Because He Didn’t Like It Much
Paul Oakenfold remixed Elvis Presley's "Rubberneckin'." He said he would not have done the same for another song by the King of Rock 'n' Roll.
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Paul McCartney Felt He Could Be ‘Goofy’ When He Sang The Beatles’ ‘Michelle’ to the Obamas
The Beatles' "Michelle" is not a provocative song. However, Paul McCartney joked that President Barack Obama might hit him when he performed the tune in front of Michelle Obama.
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Paul McCartney Discussed Singing ‘Ebony and Ivory’ to President Obama
Paul McCartney felt “Ebony and Ivory” was more meaningful when he sang it for President Barack Obama. The tune was a massive hit.
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This Official Elvis Remix Was a Tribute to a Fan
Elvis Presley's "Rubberneckin'" was a hit in twice. A dance artist remixed Elvis' "Rubberneckin'" in honor of his father and brought the track back to the chart.
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Why Elvis’ ‘Rock-A-Hula Baby’ Is Embarrassing
Elvis Presley's "Rock-A-Hula Baby" was released alongside one of his most famous songs. "Rock-A-Hula Baby" suffers by comparison, but it also fails on its own.
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John Lennon Felt Bob Dylan Didn’t Live Up to This Song Lyric
John Lennon and Bob Dylan had some major similarities as artists. However, they had widely differing views on religion, specifically Christianity.
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Elvis Presley’s ‘Rubberneckin” Is Offensive Today
Elvis Presley's "Rubberneckin'" has a fun beat and a sense of humor. The song became a hit when it was released alongside a song that sounds nothing like it.
