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Benjamin Kassel
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"Lady Marmalade" and hook theory
Labelle's smash hit is so catchy because nearly every individual element is infectiously memorable on its own.
Benjamin Kassel
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"She's Not There" combines various influences into a stirring pop rock hit
The title of the Zombies' jumpstart single is an answer, but it, along with the rest of the song, only breeds more questions.
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"I Wanna Be Adored" drew me into a theological self-inspection
Shanah Tovah! ...This time of year never sits quite right with me, and The Stone Roses of all bands helped capture my feelings today.
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