From ‘80s new wave to ‘90s grunge to the latest pop single, music has changed a lot over the decades. Those changes have come not only in terms of sound, though; lyrics have also evolved as time has ...

For some songs, the lyrics are futile and pointless, as the groove, rhythm, and beat of the song take over and make everything else irrelevant. That being so when a song like this comes around every ...

How many of us have had a moment like this—a song comes on over the radio, maybe at a party, maybe at an event? It's a well-known song, and people start to chime in as the music blasts. You feel that ...

From tear-jerkers to mic-drops, NPR's music critics share the 2025 lyrics that made them laugh, cry and hit replay. Right about now, music critics are sharing their favorite albums of the year or ...

The Christmas season is officially upon us, and with it comes all the usual festive fanfare. If you celebrate the holiday, this likely includes buying last-minute gifts for your nearest and dearest, ...