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Some of Madonna's songs made waves without becoming No. 1 hits. One of her career-defining tracks didn't even make the top 10.

Madonna's "Holiday" wasn't a massive hit, but it has a large place in our cultural memory. Case in point: one of Jessica Simpson's songs is a massive rip-off of "Holiday."

Madonna's first album included several of the most important songs of her career. One of the producers of the album was hurt by the way the Material Girl treated her.

You might think Madonna's first album is simply overloaded with some of the Material Girls' best pop songs. According to the album's producer, the record actually contains prophecies.

Madonna's "Lucky Star" might not be as famous as "Like Virgin" but it has an incredible dance groove. The song's producer revealed what he thought of the Queen of Pop.

Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' had more classic hits than just about any other album. However, most of those hits did not reach No. 1.

Madonna's songs could get edgy, but one draws lyrics from a nursery rhyme. Most stars would sound ridiculous singing such lyrics, but the Material Girl knew what she was doing.

Michael Jackson's 'Bad' has more great songs on it than most singers will produce over their entire careers. Quincy Jones revealed which track from 'Bad' became the most prominent.

Michael Jackson’s “Bad” and 'Ghostbusters' are quintessential elements of 1980s popular culture. It only makes sense that “Bad” has a connection to Ray Parker Jr.’s theme song for 'Ghostbusters'.

Bon Jovi's "You Give Love a Bad Name" remains beloved. Bon Jovi's co-writer said he wrote it in a place that reminded him of an infamous horror film.

Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson's "Scream" is often cited as the most expensive music video ever made. The director of the video hates this claim.

Bon Jovi's "Livin' on a Prayer" is overexposed — and yet, some fans miss its meaning. Jon Bon Jovi revealed the tune was inspired by 1980s politics.

A celebrity psychic has shared why this is a "pivotal" time for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship, and if the popstar will end her feud with Kim Kardashian.

Madonna’s 'Ray of Light' is many things but it’s not a trashy album. Despite this, seven of the songs from 'Ray of Light' might’ve ended up in the trash.

Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" deeply impressed an important R&B musician. He said that the track could have been 12 different hit songs if Jackson had divided it up.

Michael Jackson’s “Blood on the Dance Floor” is one of his most underrated songs. While the song’s funky instrumental is fascinatingly dark, the song’s backstory is even darker.

The longtime married couple rely on one another for strength and support as they navigate life in the spotlight.

Madonna is the Queen of Pop, but that doesn't mean that everyone respects her as an artist. The writer behind "Like a Prayer" revealed what he thought of her.

In Rolling Stone, Britney Spears said two of Madonna's songs sound timeless to her. The two songs have nothing in common.

Many of Michael Jackson's posthumously released songs are available on streaming. Three were removed — and two of those three have a similar theme.