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Some of Paul McCartney's songs were written for other artists. For example, Paul once produced a hit based on a Russian folk song.

Dolly Parton's Grandpa Reverend Jake Owens was worried about his granddaughter's soul, what with her tight clothes and bleached hair. Here's a closer look at the man who inspired 'Daddy Was an Old Time Preacher Man.'

John Lennon said he changed the name of a song from 'Double Fantasy' because it sounded negative. His claim was not exactly true.

Lana Del Rey's "Say Yes to Heaven" references a John Lennon song. Notably, the tune recontextualizes the title of one of John's most famous solo songs.

When Dolly Parton was growing up, she begged, manipulated, and threatened her sisters to get them to sing with her.

Frank Sinatra's "My Way" wasn't huge at first but at least it wasn't as embarrassing as his cover of "Old MacDonald."

The Rolling Stones' "Sympathy for the Devil" might have been a huge influence on British dance music from the 1990s.

Dolly Parton had a hard time forming a relationship with God when she was younger. Until one day it hit her, in an old church filled with naked drawings.

Donovan compared The Beatles' "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" to one of his songs. His song was more popular on the charts.

Petula Clark's "Downtown" helped make her one of the most popular female singers to cross over to the United States during the British Invasion.

George Harrison and Donovan were both present during The Beatles' famous trip to India. Donovan's "Hurdy Gurdy Man" may have been inspired by the Fab Four's guru.

Fred Astaire wanted Petula Clark to explain the lyrics of "Don't Sleep in the Subway" and she was unable to do so.

Kiss has made many appearances in comic books, but they left a personal touch on a specific issue from Marvel

KISS is currently traveling on their ‘End of the Road World Tour,’ and Gene Simmons believes it’s the right time for the band to retire.

Ironically, Queen’s frustration with their fans singing along during their concerts led to them writing their most interactive song ever

The lyrics for Frank Sinatra's "That's Life" were taken away from Ray Charles' office. Charles wasn't happy.

Paul Anka wrote Frank Sinatra's "My Way" and scoffed at the idea of performing it himself, although he eventually recorded it.

Donovan's "Atlantis" was inspired by a Victorian-era book that supposedly contains the actual words of an Atlantean. The tune was a career milestone for the singer.

Frank Sinatra's "That's Life" was part of a major career resurgence for Ol' Blue Eyes at a time when his traditional pop style was no longer dominant.

It took almost 80 viewings of 'Head' before Peter Tork understood what bothered him about The Monkees' first and only feature film.