origin of famous songs

This Famous Song Sounds Even Better in Acapella!

In this video the popular acapella group Pentatonix give an outstanding performance of John Lennon's famous song "Imagine".

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This Famous Musician Cries at This Version of His Song

What is it like seeing your song perfomed so beautifully after 44 years? Robert Plant now knows. Listen to this incredible version of Stairway to Heaven with a full choir.

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7 Famous Songs and Their Lesser Known Backstories

The 7 timeless hits in this article have such surprising and memorable backstories we just had to share them with you.

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Music Quiz: Who Wrote the Famous Song?

For these famous songs, can you tell me who wrote the lyrics?

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This Version of a Famous Song Brought Tears to My Eyes

If you love the song 'Hotel California,' this a capella version will blow you away. At the 4-minute mark, I was blown away!

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With Paul Simon, Song After Song After Song Is Beautiful

After leaving Simon and Garfunkel, Paul Simon set upon a career of brilliant solo music. Here are 24 of his best records to date!

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The Most Enchanting Ukulele Song in the World

Listen to this beautiful ukulele version of the famous number "Ode to Joy" by the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain.

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Hallelujah! Watch Leonard Cohen Perform His Popular Song

Watch Leonard Cohen spellbind a London crowd with his magical rendition of the "Hallelujah" song.

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These Songs Influenced Entire Generations...

Some songs just tend to stick in the collective consciousness and influence a generation, changing the world forever. Here are 10 of the most influential.

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This is Both a Beautiful Song and a Cultural Icon

The Cielito is far more than just a song - it's actually a cultural icon that's synonymous with Mexico and its performers. Listen to this beautiful song now.

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Immerse Yourself In the Evocative Tunes of the Cello Song

Listen to this magical and unforgettable rendition of the famous Cello Song by J.S. Bach.

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Discover the Fascinating Origin Behind These Xmas Carols

Christmas carols have been around for so long that everyone is completely used to their presence. Many of the iconic and timeless carols you know, have a fascinating and surprising origin. Read on to learn more.

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This 'Man Song' is a Complete Hoot!

Watch the legendary Milton singing 'The Man Song' by Sean Morey in this hilarious video.

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Listen to the Enchanting Notes of the World's Oldest Songs

In this article, we will be talking about the oldest known pieces of music ever found.

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This Song By Frank Sinatra is So Beautiful

Sing through the lyrics of Frank Sinatra's Young at Heart here.

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I Never Heard this Song Performed Like This! WOW!

A spectacular cover of "Nearer My God to Thee", performed by "The Piano Guys". These guys became famous by making renditions of famous & classical music with pianos & cellos, and posting them on YouTube.

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Time to Take a Beautiful Moment With a Classic Song

This famous and classic song by The Police will excite you again and make you think about love as you scroll down with the lyrics.

Art

Amazing and Original Art!

Sergei Bokov is a Russian artist with a unique wood carving technique, one which he even patented. These amazing statues, made of Siberian cedar wood chips, take him each six months to complete, working on it for 8-10 horus a day.

Humor

Joke: A Question of Origins

My 3 year old daughter came to me and asked: “Mommy, where does poo come from?”

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The Sweetest Way to Listen to a Disney Song

Watch this quartet of guitar players play the sweetest rendition of Disney songs.

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Remembering Mandela In Song - Beautiful!

The incredible voices of the Soweto Gospel Choir will send shivers down your spine!

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13 Musical Styles in One Song!

Going through 13 different styles in one song and still making it work!

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These Songs Are Guaranteed to Make You Smile!

These are the song that make us all warm and happy inside..

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Brilliant Teenage Boy Writes and Composes His Own Songs!

High school student Reuben Grey impresses the judges of BGT beyond words with his own original compositions

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This is a Song All Mothers Should Hear. Hilarious!

This beautiful and hilarious song should be sung by all mothers everywhere.

Spirituality

If You've Known Love, This Song Will Move You...

Contemporary pop songs don't manage to convey the emotion of love like the songs of the past, but this wonderful piece does so in a charming and moving way...

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QUIZ: Do You Remember These Nostalgic Songs?

Prove that you are 50s and 60s music loving pro with our rock (and roll) hard trivia test!

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Ending It With a Song - Sad and Beautiful...

Zach Sobiech, of Lakeland, Minnesota, doesn't go far without his guitar in tow. Facing months to live, 17-year-old Zach is turning to music - writing and performing songs as a way to say goodbye to his friends and family.

Art

The Origins of These Dance Forms Will Surprise You

These beautiful dance forms have the most interesting origin stories you won't want to miss.

Health

Science Says Listening to These Songs Will Reduce Stress

If you're feeling stressed, science says that these songs will help reduce your anxiety levels.

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Trivia: Who Sang These Classic, Terrific Songs?

We will give you the name of the song and a few lines from it, and you need to tell us - which musician sang this originally?

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12 Vintage Christmas Songs That Still Warm Hearts

These classic Christmas songs capture the spirit of the season.

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This is How You Do a Beautiful Song True Justice...

This is one of my favorite songs, and here we have famous singers from all over the world singing it together in an amazing clip. This is wonderful.

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8 Surprising Origins of Extremely Popular Phrases

Ever wondered where some of the most common phrases come from? If so, wonder no more.

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John Williams Conducts the Theme Song from “Jurassic Park”

Watch legendary composer enthrall the audience as he conducts the famous theme music from “Jurassic Park”.

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This Fascinating Video Explores the Origins of Mankind

This video will explain exactly what our prehistoric ancestors used to get up to. Fascinating!

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I Never Knew the Origin of These Common Words!

These regular words have very exotic origins.

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The Biggest Frog Ever: The Origins of Beelzebufo

Learn about the fascinating origins of Beelzebufo ampinga, an enormously large species of prehistoric frog that lived with the dinosaurs.

Art

The Original Street Art of DALeast

DALeast is a graffiti artist who, alone, paints the walls of cape town, South Africa, at night. Enjoy the beautiful works of this unique and talented artist

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The Extraordinary Origins of 10 Common English Words

In this article, we uncover the extraordinary etymology of 10 common English words, including ‘daisy’, ‘eavesdropper’, and ‘vaccine’.

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One Family's Idea of a Christmas Song - Hilarious!

Happy Family Sings a Christmas Rap Song!

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Andre Rieu Sings a Wonderful Song For a Beloved Singer

Andre Rieu and Orchestra Playing Heal The World By Michael Jackson

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The Surprising Origin of the Frozen TV Dinner

Frozen 'TV dinners' once dominated the American market. This is the surprising origins story of this popular food.

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The Song 'Hallelujah' Was Crying Out to Be Sung by Il Divo

Here's a rare rendition that you won't forget in a hurry...

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Wish Someone a Lovely Day With This Great Song...

This uplifting song is going to make anyone's day, guaranteed!

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Explained: The Fascinating Origins of Human Language

Have you ever wondered how did human language come into existence? Find out the origins of language in this video.

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The Origins of these 10 Olympic Words is Fascinating

You use these popular sports words all the time. But do you know where they come from?

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The Origins of Every Country Name in ASIA

Have you ever wondered how countries like Japan, Korea, and China get their names? This video explains the fascinating origins of 45 Asian country names.

Recipes & Drinks

Origins of Candy Names (and a Tootsie Roll Recipe!)

Learn the origins of some famous candy names, and try a DIY tootsie roll recipe!

Art

This John Lennon Song Reminds Me it's Good to Be Older

This beautiful presentation takes us through the annals of "Borrowed Time" - a great and meaningful song by John Lennon.

Art

Remember This Song by Whitney Houston? Sing Along Here

Sing along to Whitney Houston's well known song, One Moment in Time.

Humor

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The Dangers of Love - An Original Prank!

These poor good samaritans were just looking to land a hand to a man in love, what they didn't know is that the evil mother of his love interest had other plans in mind. A very funny, and at times even scary, prank!

Humor

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If You Haven't Heard This Bad Memory Song, You Need To!

This hilarious song reminds us all what's funny about bad memory. After all, it's better to laugh than cry!

Art

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This Guitarist Plays Some Great Songs From 1680 to 2017

This video will take you through the evolution of music, featuring songs from 1680 to 2017.

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MUSIC BOX: Click to Listen to 12 of ABBA's Best Songs!

We've compiled a list of 12 of ABBA's greatest hits for your listening pleasure.

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This is Definitely the Funniest Song About Flight Discounts!

If something looks too good to be true, it usually is. So these ladies decided to write a hilarious song to warn us all!

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Revealed: The Secret Chord That All Good Xmas Songs Use

I've always wondered why some Christmas songs have the ring of Xmas about them, and it's not down to bells. The secret is revealed here.

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A Special Simon's Cat: The Origins Story!

A very special episode of Simon's Cat

Art

Mariah Carey's Hero Is As Timeless a Song As It Ever Was...

The song Hero, by Mariah Carey, is one of the most timeless ballads ever released. Sing along to it in this beautiful post.

Health

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Did You Know The Bizarre Origins Of Your Beloved Foods?

Here is a detailed look at the origins of some of our favorite food items that you are unlikely to be aware of.

Nature

The Humble Origins of 10 Proud Rivers...

Did you ever wonder just how the world's greatest rivers begin? Here we show you the humble little sources of 10 amazing rivers. Just click to see!

Spirituality

Let Go of the Past With Édith Piaf's Classic Song

Edith Piaf's "No, I regret anything" will help you break away from worries and fears, throw aside all regrets, and take an important step forward.

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8 Ordinary English Words With Surprisingly Spicy Origins

The origins of all these 8 seemingly innocent words - e.g. gymnasium, avocado, and nice - are not for the faint of heart, as they're quite naughty!

Sports

7 Sports That Have Surprisingly Old Origins

Many of the modern sports have their roots in some of the earliest civilizations. Here is a look at 7 sports that have really old origins.

Travel

This Festival Celebrates Spring In an Original Way.

This Italian festival is unlike any other, and is truly worth seeing.

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A Soulful Harp Cover of the Song 'The Sound of Silence'

Don't miss this soulful and dreamy harp cover of the classic song 'The Sound of Silence' by Simon & Garfunkel performed in a forest!

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Bette Midler’s Beautiful Song in a Stunning Presentation...

This song talks about the power of love in healing, empowering and reviving if you only believe that it still exists.

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Nostalgia: 12 Great Songs by The Mamas and The Papas

If you're a fan of The Mamas and The Papas, you're going to love this collection of their greatest song.

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Language History: The Origins of 7 Common Phrases

Let's delve deep into history and travel all the way back to Ancient Rome to reveal the origins of 7 common food-related expressions in the English language.

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A Beautiful Cello Rendition of The Godfather Theme Song

In this excellent performance, the talented cellist Vesislava Todorova plays a rendition of The Godfather theme song ‘Speak Softly, Love.’

Nature

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The Wild Origins Story of Carnivorous Plants

Carnivorous plants are the creepiest and most fascinating inventions of mother nature. Get a glimpse at the origins story of the villains of the flower world.

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The Origins of Labor Day With Vintage Parade Photos

A brief history of Labor Day accompanied by original vintage photos from past Labor Day parades around the US and Canada.

Science and Technology

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Know The Truth of The Origins of New Viruses

Learn the origins of new viruses and how they evolve and infect new hosts.

Computers & Internet

Music Finder: Find and Listen to Any Song, Right Now!

Everyone hates not being able to find a song that they love. This is where this site is great for finding any song you want to listen to.

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Missed a 2024 Eurovision Song? Watch it Here!

From Albania to the United Kingdom, 37 countries vied once again for the Eurovision cup.

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Get into the Holiday Spirit With These Old Christmas Songs

Listen to this hour long collection of classic Christmas songs from the 1920s to the 1950s to get into the festive mood.

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KFC's Original Fried Chicken Recipe is Finally Revealed...

Colonel Sanders' nephew reveals the original secret recipe for Kentucky Fried Chicken.

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Watch This Singer Perform One Song With 10 Instruments!

Watch the incredible Gunhild Carling singing a soulful rendition of 'Happy' by Pharrell Williams with 10 different instruments.

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Listen To This Acapella Medley of Classic Songs by Queen

Listen to this amazing acapella medley of some of the most memorable and classic songs of the popular British band, Queen.

Spirituality

Famous Quotes and Sayings That Are Grossly Misunderstood

The quotes we list in this article are really famous, but most people don't use them right. Learn about the real meaning of these quotes here!

Spirituality

Do You Know the Origin and Meanings of Well-Known Symbols?

There are different symbols that can be found everywhere that hold great meaning, like the peace symbol. These are their origins.

Riddles & Quizzes

Quiz; Can You Tell Us Which Song This is?

Do you remember classic songs well enough to identify them from their lyrics?

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Music Quiz: Can You Identify These Songs From the 60s?

Can you recognize these iconic 60's songs from just one line? Take our quiz to find out.

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Meet the Original Voice of GPS - Karen Jacobsen

Meet Karen Jacobsen, the original voice of your GPS.

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The Famous Actresses QUIZ!

We've learned from them, laughed and cried with them, and now we are here to ask you about them!

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Do You Know The Origins of These Common Phrases?

There are many phrases that we use in English that we never give a second thought to. Here are 9 common phrases with rather sinister origins.

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Where Did Famous Tongue-Twisters Come From?

Many traditional tongue twisters have long histories full of unexpected twists and turns - not unlike the acrobatics our tongue goes through as we pronounce them.

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The Ancient Origins of the Chinese Crime Triads

Learn how one of the scariest crime syndicates in the world came to be.

Science and Technology

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Humans Enjoy Gold Now But Its Origins Are Extraterrestrial

This video traces the origins of the precious metal gold, which was formed in space before making its way to our planet.

Art

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Cab Calloway Performs His Classic Song Minnie the Moocher!

This video captures an epic performance of the great 1930s singer and dancer Cab Calloway singing a well-known track from Minnie the Moocher

Spirituality

The Truth Behind This Song's Words Will Touch You Deeply

Tears in Heaven was written as a father's attempt to fight the most affecting grief any parent could experience. The beauty of this song staggers.

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Watch 1500 Singers Sing One Beautiful Song

1500 singers gathered at the Luminato Festival to sing together one of the most beautiful songs the world has known - Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen.

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The Bizarre Origins of Some Very Familiar Flags

Learn the true meaning of flags and how they came to be.

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This Hilarious Song Perfectly Sums Up My "Efficient" Memory

This hilarious song perfectly sums up or senior moments.

Humor

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All the Ladies Will Be Playing This Song Again & Again

This song celebrates the beauty and wisdom of older ladies in a hilarious way!

Riddles & Quizzes

Trivia Quiz: Who Sang These Classic Songs?

How well do you remember these golden oldies from the 50s, 60s and 70s?

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The Surprising Origin of 5 Everyday Practices and Items

We all know the Ancient Greeks gave us democracy but what about birthday cakes? These are 5 everyday things you didn't know originated in Ancient Greece.

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Magical Melodies: 5 Terrific Song Covers By Street Artists

A look at some truly talented street artists performing their renditions of some popular songs.

Travel

Do You Know the Original Names of These US Cities?

What was the original name of New York City? or Seattle? See if you recognize these old historic monikers for 10 iconic US cities.

Nature

The Fascinating Origins of 11 Lovely Flower Names

There is no better time than spring to dive headfirst into the fascinating world of flower name etymologies! Here are the origins of the names of 11 lovely flowers.