Song Writing

Musical musings from journalists, authors and members of the Songfacts community

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  • Jaime Preciado of Pierce the VeilJaime Preciado of Pierce the VeilPierce the Veil's bass player talks about life on tour and how the songs come together.
  • Stoned in SongStoned in SongBob Dylan, Ray Charles, The 5th Dimension, The Supremes, and Van Morrison are some of the artists who have sung about getting "Stoned." That word might not mean what you think it means.
  • Republicans vs SongwritersRepublicans vs SongwritersSongwriters have been lashing out at Republican candidates who use their songs, but it was much more interesting in 2008, when Mitt Romney was stumping with "Simple Man" and "Heart Of Gold."
  • Trip LeeTrip LeeThe Christian rapper talks about the difficulties of working within a niche genre, and the rising mainstream acceptance of hip-hop.
  • Beau Bokan of BlessthefallBeau Bokan of BlessthefallThe Blessthefall lead singer talks about his role in the songwriting process, and how his faith affects his music.
  • Director Spence NicholsonDirector Spence NicholsonThe man behind videos for Hollywood Undead, Augustana, P.O.D. and VersaEmerge explains where the concepts and creative inspiration come from.
  • Tales From The Red CarpetTales From The Red CarpetWhat really happens on the red carpet? Our view from the other side of the rope, where we had fleeting moments with B.o.B, K'naan, Nikki Reed and Roshon Fegan.
  • Tim TimmonsTim TimmonsThe worship leader/songwriter talks about living with a rare form of cancer.
  • Jack O'Shea of BaysideJack O'Shea of BaysideThe Bayside guitarist remembers what it's like to be a fan, and treats theirs accordingly.
  • Ten Most Culturally Significant One Hit WondersTen Most Culturally Significant One Hit WondersOne-hit wonders that started a dance craze, launched a catchphrase, made MTV history or otherwise left an indelible mark on pop culture.