Delilah Song list
Go (2011)
Shades of Grey (2012)
I Guess That's Why They Call It The BluesElton John
"I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" by Elton John was written for the sister of actress Rene Russo. Bernie Taupin, who wrote the lyrics, was married to Rene's sister, Toni.
SundownGordon Lightfoot
The inspiration for Gordon Lightfoot's "Sundown" came from the songwriter worrying about his girlfriend, who was out at bars all day while he was at home penning songs.
PossessionSarah McLachlan
Sarah McLachlan's "Possession" contains passages from letters a stalker sent her. He sued her for $250,000 and committed suicide before the trial.
VenusShocking Blue
The original "Venus" was a #1 hit for the Dutch band Shocking Blue. Listen to the first line and you'll hear a muffed word: "goddess" was sung as "goddness."
John Doe of XSongwriter Interviews
With his X-wife Exene, John fronts the band X and writes their songs.
Timothy B. SchmitSongwriter Interviews
The longtime Eagle talks about soaring back to his solo career, and what he learned about songwriting in the group.
Tom Waits Lyrics QuizMusic Quiz
Pool balls, magpies and thorns without roses - how well do you know your Tom Waits lyrics?
Richard MarxSongwriter Interviews
Richard explains how Joe Walsh kickstarted his career, and why he chose Hazard, Nebraska for a hit.
Donald FagenSongwriter Interviews
Fagen talks about how the Steely Dan songwriting strategy has changed over the years, and explains why you don't hear many covers of their songs.