Unlike most national anthems, Spain's "La Marcha Real" has no official lyrics. Here's why, along with the anthem's history, ...

Since beginning her stellar recording career in 1991, Shakira has lived through various musical eras and has unwavered as one of the most well-known artists in the world. Fans who somehow aren't yet ...

Mexico nationals and fans will be singing the national anthem in full force in the World Cup, so learn the lyrics in Spanish and English.

Over a decade ago, a seven-member group from a virtually unknown label in South Korea dreamed of a “big house, big car, and big rings.” But thanks to a lethal mix of undeniable talent, remarkable ...

It’s not hard to find 100 Drake songs worth compiling into a list of his best work. In an era when rappers drop multiple albums/mixtapes/”projects”/whatever in ...

No one does hidden meanings better than Taylor Swift, but when it comes to marriage references in her lyrics, she couldn’t be more clear. From her 2006 self-titled debut to her 2024 album, The ...

July 3, 2026 • On a special mid-year episode of New Music Friday, host Stephen Thompson and a lineup of NPR Music writers and critics reflect on their favorite albums of the year so far. June 26, 2026 ...

Spotify is a big name in the streaming music industry, but isn't the only service worth a listen. Broaden your musical horizons by firing up these feature-rich, recommended picks. In 2014, I began my ...

It’s been said that music can change the world. Some might denounce that as exaggeration, but at minimum, music does have the power to stir emotions and bring attention to worthy causes. Over the ...