Several of Rihanna's most impactful songs were co-written by the same movie star. The movie star in question has no interest in becoming famous for her songwriting.
Katy Perry's "Firework" is perhaps the most ubiquitous Fourth of July anthem of modern times. Interestingly, it was co-written by a movie star who appeared in a popular movie trilogy.
Britney Spears' "I'm a Slave 4 U" is one of the most important songs of her career. It's also the most horribly misguided and offensive moment of her career.
Britney Spears has some major issues with “Gimme More.” Regardless, one could argue that "Gimme More" influenced other pop stars like Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Lana Del Rey.
Britney Spears' 'Blackout' includes some of her most experimental songs. The "...Baby One More Time" singer said recording a track from 'Blackout' made her feel spiritual.
Britney Spears was often dismissed as a disposable pop star whose songs would be forgotten. Years later, it's clear that the singer produced some of the best dance tunes ever.
Justin Timberlake's new song "Selfish" seems like it might be about Britney Spears. That raises a lot of interesting questions about how Timberlake understands their relationship.
Madonna's songs are often forces of personality with no room for anyone else. However, when the Material Girl works with others, she tends to bring out the best in them.
Britney Spears shocked everyone at the MTV Video Music Awards by performing "I'm a Slave 4 U" with a snake. The performance was not as simple as it appeared.
Britney Spears has worked with countless legends, like when she performed "The Way You Make Me Feel" with Michael Jackson. The song was part of a record-breaking album.
Britney Spears' "3" has a dance beat that's so good it's easy to ignore the lyrics. With "3," the star took her sexual public image to a whole new level.
Britney Spears teamed up with Sia to create something a little different. The tune they made together is about God and it refers to God by an unusual name.
Britney Spears turned some heads by covering Aerosmith's "Walk This Way" with the one and only Steven Tyler. Interestingly, "Walk This Way" was a hit twice.
Britney Spears wanted to save one of her songs from obscurity, and Madonna helped her do it. Spears revealed what she thought of the song in question years later.
Britney Spears' impact on popular culture was so huge that she inspired many songs. For example, Justin Timberlake's "Cry Me a River" is about Spears and Timberlake's relationship.