American Songwriter

Let’s Get it Started: What was the First U.S. Top-40 Hit by Depeche Mode?

It’s always a bit of a mystery why a band with a lot of success in one pocket of the world struggles to break through to other regions. And when it does happen, it’s interesting to examine why a ...
American Songwriter

Let’s Get It Started: What Was Olivia Newton-John’s First U.S. Top-40 Hit?

Few artists come anywhere near Olivia Newton-John when it comes to singles success. Time and again, Newton-John displayed the ability to change with the musical times, which is why her run of chart ...
The Cheat Sheet

The Black Eyed Peas Quietly Changed the Offensive Lyrics to the Original ‘Let’s Get It Started’

The music industry has its share of controversial artists and lyrics, but fans are no longer putting up with the insensitive and rude language that was once overlooked. Instead, fans are demanding ...