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The Mister Softee Jingle Has Lyrics

You know the tune, but did you know that the Mister Softee ice cream truck jingle has a title ("Mister Softee Jingle and Chimes")—and lyrics?

13 Memorable Facts About Cats the Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber's dazzling Broadway production spawned the phrase “It was better than 'Cats'!” Here are a few more facts about 'Cats' the musical.

Paul McCartney of The Beatles and Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones sit opposite each other on a train at London's Euston Station.

Top 50 Best-Selling Artists of All Time

Who are America’s all-time favorite musicians and bands? When it comes to the best-selling artists of all time, The Beatles still rule—yes, even a half-century after their breakup.

8 Facts About David Bowie's 'Space Oddity'

On July 11, 1969—just weeks before the Apollo 11 landing—David Bowie's iconic single 'Space Oddity' was released.

Ziggy Stardust Barbie Debuts for 50th Anniversary of David Bowie's 'Space Oddity'

David Bowie's space-age alter ego Ziggy Stardust has been immortalized as a Barbie doll, complete with a metallic suit and platform boots.

American singer Woody Guthrie, circa 1960.

This Land Is Your Land: The Story Behind America's Best-Known Protest Song

For decades, "This Land Is Your Land" been a staple of kindergarten classrooms "from California to the New York island," as the lyrics go. But Woody Guthrie didn't intend for the song to be a ringing endorsement of American exceptionalism—he wrote it for

The 35 Best-Selling Albums in American History

Given the tens of millions of copies each of these albums have sold, you're almost guaranteed to have at least one of them in your collection.

8 Things You Might Not Know About Alvin and the Chipmunks

Since 1958, Alvin and the Chipmunks have enjoyed success in a variety of mediums. They also predicted the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Watch Freddie Mercury Sing 'Time Waits for No One' In a Previously Unreleased Video

Locked within Universal Music's vault since the time of its recording in April 1986, the track was produced at Abbey Road Studios as part of 'Time,' a concept album by Dave Clark.

Gwendoline Christie in "The Iron Throne," Game of Thrones's series finale

The Bittersweet Detail You Might Have Missed in Game of Thrones's Final Episode

In one of her last scenes, Brienne of Tarth put aside any anger she might’ve had toward Jaime Lannister to finish his page in the White Book. There was one sweet detail you might have missed.

This Poster Showcases Some of Rock 'N' Roll History's Most Iconic Moments

Rock 'n' roll has produced larger-than-life personalities and some of the most indelible moments of pop culture, and this poster print illustrates many of the most important.

12 Amazing Facts About Grace Jones

Singer, actress, model, muse: Jamaican-born American Grace Jones has been turning heads for going on five decades now.

Collector Finds Rare Footage of The Beatles's Top of the Pops Performance in His Attic

In 1966, all four members of The Beatles performed on the BBC show 'Top of the Pops.' A few weeks later, they gave their last scheduled concert.

13 Facts About Amadeus

Though much has been written about the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the most entertaining look at the master composer's life might very well be Amadeus, Milos Forman's 1984 film about the artist's life (and rivalries).

The Reason Why We Sing in the Shower

The urge to pretend you're the lead singer of Journey while bathing is no accident. Showers are ideal places to optimize your vocal range.

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The Bus From Spice World is Now an Airbnb Rental

You can fulfill your 1990s fantasy of living like a Spice Girl by booking a night on board the Spice Bus through Airbnb.

Lady and the Tramp's Controversial 'Siamese Cat Song' Is Being Reinvented for New Movie

Disney+ live-action adaptation of 'Lady and the Tramp' will be replace the most cringe-worthy part of this animated classic with new music from Janelle Monáe.

10 Crazy Facts About Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson is one of the world’s most accomplished musicians—and not just in the country music world.

18 Facts About Teen Witch—Top That!

What was originally pitched as a female version of 'Teen Wolf' turned into a pop culture classic in its own right. Top that!

American singer Aretha Franklin, circa 1968.

12 Soulful Facts About Aretha Franklin

The documentary of Queen of Soul's legendary gospel album, 'Amazing Grace,' has finally been released—nearly 50 years after it was recorded.

Game of Thrones Showrunners Claim Series's Ending is Hidden in Spotify Playlist

According to 'Game of Thrones' creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, the show’s ending can be discovered by listening to Spotify’s newly dropped playlist.

Okilly Dokilly, a Ned Flanders-Inspired Metal Band, Just Made Their Simpsons Debut

The members of Okilly Dokilly wear matching green sweaters and sing Ned Flanders quotes. Their heavy metal single "White Wine Spritzer" was just featured on 'The Simpsons.'

8 Surprising Facts About Diana Ross

The celebrated recording artist recently turned 75. We run down some of the lesser-known facts about the life of a music legend.

5 Fast Facts About Hugh Masekela

As a 17-year-old boy in South Africa, Hugh Masekela received a trumpet that had been donated by a jazz musician in America. That musician was Louis Armstrong.

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