Discover how figurative language transforms lyrics with metaphors, similes, and symbolism in iconic songs across genres.

As selected by the UCR staff, the Top 40 Songs of 1985 were both from the past and looking forward in their sound. The old wave made room for the new, and artists who dominated the charts and concert ...

The movie that launched Prince to superstardom is back in theaters in the U.S. and U.K., but only for one night. Purple Rain is heading back to theaters for special screenings on March 6. The iconic ...

Should Minnesota have a new official state song? Or maybe two of them? A group of bipartisan state senators have introduced a ...

It’s the next film being screened at the Rock Hall’s Foster Theater as part of its latest film series. The guitar used by Prince during the Purple Rain tour is on display in the Rock Hall’s 1984 ...

ST.PAUL – A bill introduced in the Minnesota Senate could make Bob Dylan’s “Girl From the North Country,” and Prince’s “Purple Rain” official state songs. “Purple Rain” is the honored track from ...

A bill introduced in the state Senate last week would make Prince's "Purple Rain" and Bob Dylan's "Girl from the North ...

The 70s and 80s were pivotal decades in music history, giving birth to groundbreaking genres, legendary artists, and t ...