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🎶 Verse ✍️ and Verve 💥

Verse ✍️ and Verve 💥: The Poetry of Popular Music 🎶is an enthralling podcast that traverses the landscape of popular music from the 1960s to today. Exploring the art of lyrical craftsmanship, each episode delves into the poetic narratives of influential songwriters, spanning the spectrum from the revolutionary words of Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen"s introspective genius to the emotive ballads of Adele and Kendrick Lamar"s profound verses. The podcast also highlights the cultural resonance and

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"Maybe I'm foolish, maybe I'm blind, thinking I can...

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2024/09/04

"Maybe I'm foolish, maybe I'm blind, thinking I can see through this and see what's behind. Got no way to prove it, so maybe I'm lying, but I'm only human after all, I'm only human after all.."Rag ’n’ Bone Man, a British singer songwriter known for his deep, soulful voice, gained international fame with his greatest hit, "Human". Released in 2016, the song topped charts across Europe and became a defining track of his career, showcasing his powerful vocals and raw emotion. "Human" blends blues,

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"Every night in my dreams I see you, I feel you, that...

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2024/09/03

"Every night in my dreams I see you, I feel you, that is how I know you go on.."Celine Dion is a renowned Canadian singer known for her powerful vocals and emotional performances. Her greatest hit, "My Heart Will Go On", became an international sensation as the theme song for the movie "Titanic" and won her an Academy Award and a Grammy. The song remains an iconic ballad, showcasing Dion's vocal range and cementing her status as one of the best-selling music artists of all time.Verse ✍️ and Verve

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"Sitting on a park bench, eying little girls with bad...

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2024/09/02

"Sitting on a park bench, eying little girls with bad intent. Snot running down his nose, greasy fingers smearing shabby clothes. Hey, Aqualung.."Jethro Tull is a British rock band known for their unique blend of progressive rock and folk influences, often featuring the distinctive flute playing of frontman Ian Anderson. Their greatest hit, "Aqualung", from the 1971 album of the same name, is a powerful and complex song that explores themes of homelessness, religion, and societal hypocrisy

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"I can't get no satisfaction, 'cause I try and I try...

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2024/09/01

"I can't get no satisfaction, 'cause I try and I try and I try and I try, I can't get no, I can't get no.."The Rolling Stones, one of the most iconic rock bands in history, are known for their energetic performances and influential music. Their greatest hit, "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction", released in 1965, became an anthem of the 1960s counterculture and solidified their status as rock legends. The song's unforgettable riff and rebellious lyrics made it a defining moment in the band's career and

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"London calling to the faraway towns. Now war is...

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2024/08/31

"London calling to the faraway towns. Now war is declared, and battle come down. London calling to the underworld..."The Clash, a British punk rock band formed in 1976, became a defining voice of their generation with their politically charged lyrics and diverse musical influences. Their greatest hit, "London Calling", released in 1979, blends punk with reggae, ska, and rockabilly, capturing the band's defiance and energy. The song remains an anthem of rebellion and resilience, symbolizing the

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"He had white horses and ladies by the score. All...

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2024/08/30

"He had white horses and ladies by the score. All dressed in satin, and waiting by the door. Ooh, what a lucky man he was.."Emerson, Lake & Palmer, a pioneering progressive rock band formed in 1970, were known for their complex compositions and virtuosic musicianship. Their biggest hit, "Lucky Man", written by Greg Lake, became an iconic anthem of the 1970s, featuring a memorable Moog synthesizer solo. The song helped cement their reputation as one of the most influential bands in the

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"Some of those that work forces are the same that...

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2024/08/29

"Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses. Uh! Killing in the name of.."Rage Against the Machine, a politically charged rock band known for their fusion of rap and heavy metal, gained massive popularity with their biggest hit, "Killing in the Name". Released in 1992, the song became an anthem of rebellion and resistance against authority. Its powerful lyrics and intense guitar riffs have made it a defining track of the 1990s.Verse ✍️ and Verve 💥: The Poetry of Popular Music 🎶

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"I walk a lonely road, the only one that I have ever...

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2024/08/28

"I walk a lonely road, the only one that I have ever known. Don't know where it goes, but it's home to me, and I walk alone. I walk this empty street,on the Boulevard of Broken Dreams, where the city sleeps, and I'm the only one, and I walk alone.."Green Day is an American punk rock band that gained massive popularity in the 1990s with their energetic sound and rebellious lyrics. Their greatest hit, "Boulevard of Broken Dreams", from the 2004 album "American Idiot", became an anthem for a

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"Woo-hoo, I got my head checked by a jumbo jet. It...

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2024/08/27

"Woo-hoo, I got my head checked by a jumbo jet. It wasn't easy, but nothing is, no. When I feel heavy metal, and I'm pins and I'm needles. Well, I lie and I'm easy, all of the time but I'm never sure why I need you, pleased to meet you."Blur, a British rock band formed in 1988, is known for pioneering the Britpop movement in the 1990s. Their greatest hit, "Song 2", released in 1997, became an international anthem with its iconic "Woo-hoo" chorus and energetic guitar riffs. The song's success

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"When you were here before, couldn′t look you in the...

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2024/08/26

"When you were here before, couldn′t look you in the eye. You're just like an angel, your skin makes me cry. You float like a feather, in a beautiful world, I wish I was special, you′re so fuckin' specialBut I'm a creep, I′m a weirdo, what the hell am I doin′ here? I don't belong here."Radiohead, an iconic alternative rock band, released their biggest hit, "Creep", in 1992, which became a defining anthem of the 1990s. The song, characterized by its haunting lyrics and raw emotion, propelled the band

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"She′s a good girl, loves her mama, loves Jesus and...

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2024/08/25

"She′s a good girl, loves her mama, loves Jesus and America too. She's a good girl, crazy ′bout Elvis, loves horses and her boyfriend too. And I′m a bad boy 'cause I don′t even miss her, I'm a bad boy for breakin′ her heart. And I'm free, free fallin′.."Tom Petty, an iconic American singer songwriter, was the frontman of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, known for his distinctive voice and rock sound. His biggest hit, "Free Fallin'", released in 1989, became an anthem of American rock music, blending

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"Say you're leaving on a seven thirty train, and that...

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2024/08/24

"Say you're leaving on a seven thirty train, and that you're heading out to Hollywood. Girl, you been givin' me that line so many times, it kinda gets like feeling bad looks good, yeah. That kinda loving turns a man to a slave, that kinda loving sends a man right to his grave. I go crazy, crazy baby, I go crazy.."Aerosmith's hit song "Crazy", released in 1994, is one of the band's most iconic ballads, known for its catchy melody and emotionally charged lyrics. The music video starring Alicia

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"Turn around, look at what you see in her face. The...

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2024/08/23

"Turn around, look at what you see in her face. The mirror of your dreams make believe I'm everywhere. Given in the light written on the pages is the answer to a neverending story."Limahl, the British pop singer, became an '80s icon with his hit "Never Ending Story", the theme song for the beloved 1984 fantasy film of the same name. The song's catchy melody and Limahl's distinctive voice perfectly captured the magical and timeless feel of the movie, making it an enduring classic. Even today, "Never

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"I never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you. And...

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2024/08/22

"I never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you. And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you. And I don't wanna fall in love."Chris Isaak, known for his smooth vocals and retro, rockabilly style, captivated audiences with his 1989 hit "Wicked Game," a sultry, haunting ballad that has become one of his most iconic songs. The song's dreamy guitar riffs and Isaak's emotive performance perfectly capture the bittersweet longing of a love that feels both irresistible and dangerous. Isaak's

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"At first I was afraid, I was petrified, thinking I...

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2024/08/21

"At first I was afraid, I was petrified, thinking I could never live without you by my side. And after spending nights, thinking how you did me wrong, I grew strong, and I learned how to get along.."Gloria Gaynor is an iconic American singer best known for her empowering anthem "I Will Survive", released in 1978. The song became a global hit, celebrated for its message of resilience and strength, particularly among women and the LGBTQ+ community. "I Will Survive" remains one of the most enduring

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"I was only seventeen, I fell in love with a gypsy...

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2024/08/20

"I was only seventeen, I fell in love with a gypsy queen, she told me "hold on". Her father was the leading man, said "you're not welcome on our land". And then as a foe, he told me to go."From Gypsy, by Uriah Heep.Uriah Heep, a pioneering British rock band formed in 1969, is known for their blend of progressive rock, hard rock, and heavy metal. Their song "Gypsy", from their debut album "Very 'eavy, Very 'umble", is one of their most iconic tracks, featuring powerful organ riffs and dynamic vocals

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"Saturday night, I feel the air is getting hot, like...

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2024/08/19

"Saturday night, I feel the air is getting hot, like you baby. I'll make you mine, you know I'll take you to the top, I'll drive you crazy. Saturday night, dance, I like the way you move, pretty baby. It's party time and not one minute we can lose, be my baby."Whigfield is a Danish Eurodance artist, best known for her 1994 hit single "Saturday Night", which became a worldwide sensation. The song topped the charts in several countries, including the UK, where it debuted at number one, making

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"You leave in the morning with everything you own in...

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2024/08/18

"You leave in the morning with everything you own in a little black case, alone on a platform, the wind and the rain on a sad and lonely face. Mother will never understand why you had to leave, but the answers you seek will never be found at home. The love that you need will never be found at homeRun away, turn away.."Bronski Beat was a British synth-pop band formed in 1983, known for their socially conscious lyrics and lead singer Jimmy Somerville's distinctive falsetto voice. Their debut single,

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"There's nothing where he used to lie, my...

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2024/08/17

"There's nothing where he used to lie, my conversation has run dry. That's what's going on, nothing's fine, I'm torn.."Natalie Imbruglia is an Australian singer, songwriter, and actress who gained international fame in the late 1990s. Her greatest hit, "Torn", released in 1997, became a global sensation, topping charts worldwide and earning her critical acclaim. The song remains her most iconic track, recognized for its heartfelt lyrics and Imbruglia's emotive performance.Verse ✍️ and Verve 💥: The

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"I'm a Barbie girl, in the Barbie world, life in...

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2024/08/16

"I'm a Barbie girl, in the Barbie world, life in plastic, it's fantastic, you can brush my hair, undress me everywhere, imagination, life is your creation."Aqua is a Danish-Norwegian pop group best known for their 1997 hit single "Barbie Girl", which became a global sensation with its catchy melody and playful lyrics. The song topped charts worldwide and remains one of the most iconic and recognizable pop songs of the late 1990s.Verse ✍️ and Verve 💥: The Poetry of Popular Music 🎶 is an

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