Mariah Carey—“All I Want for Christmas Is You”
Rob explores Mariah Carey’s modern classic Christmas anthem “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by discussing the transcendent vocalist’s tumultuous early life and career, her oft-overlooked songwriting...
3 Dec 202042min
Geto Boys—"Mind Playing Tricks On Me"
Rob explores the revolutionary Geto Boys single ‘Mind Playing Tricks On Me’ by highlighting how it expresses raw vulnerability through its lyrics and its legacy in hip-hop to the present day. This epi...
19 Nov 202027min
Guns N’ Roses—“November Rain”
Rob explores Guns N’ Roses’ signature power ballad “November Rain” in all of its extremely lengthy glory by discussing the band’s turbulent trajectory, the profound genius of Slash’s guitar playing, t...
12 Nov 202038min
Missy Elliott—“The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)”
Rob explores Missy Elliott’s breakout single “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” and the Hall of Famer’s singular career, highlighting her lasting influence on hip-hop and R&B as well as her longstanding partn...
5 Nov 202034min
Wu-Tang Clan—“C.R.E.A.M.”
Rob explores the Wu-Tang Clan’s 1993 genre-defining classic “C.R.E.A.M.” and the unique circumstances that were seminal to the group’s identity. This episode was originally produced as a Music and Tal...
29 Okt 202026min
Gin Blossoms—“Hey Jealousy”
Rob explores the 1992 jangle-rock hit “Hey Jealousy” and how it integrates the darkness of its lyrical content into its bright sonic framework. This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk...
22 Okt 202033min
Alanis Morissette—"You Oughta Know"
Rob explores the iconic 1995 single "You Oughta Know" by Canadian singer Alanis Morissette by examining its cultural influence and distinct sound. This episode was originally produced as a Music and T...
15 Okt 202033min
