Splitting out more individual posts

Author: chrisglein

_drafts/2025-02-22-Music-Education-Pump-Up-The-Jam.md

@@ -42,4 +42,18 @@ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I%27m_Too_Sexy
 - Mark Wahlberg's brief music career before acting
 - Features a sample of Loleatta Holloway's "Love Sensation"
 - High-energy dance track with a rap-pop crossover appeal
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Good_Vibrations_(Marky_Mark_and_the_Funky_Bunch_song)
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Good_Vibrations_(Marky_Mark_and_the_Funky_Bunch_song)
+
+### All That She Wants - Ace of Base (1993)
+- _AI Generated_
+- Swedish pop group’s breakout hit
+- Reggae-inspired beat with melancholic lyrics
+- Helped define the Eurodance sound of the 90s
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_That_She_Wants
+
+### The Sign - Ace of Base (1994)
+- _AI Generated_
+- Follow-up hit to "All That She Wants"
+- Topped charts worldwide and became a 90s pop anthem
+- Lyrics about self-empowerment and moving on
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sign_(song)

_drafts/2025-02-23-Music-Education-New-Jack.md

@@ -20,37 +20,23 @@ Was a love letter to ex girlfriend
 More sung than spoken
 So identifiably by my generation, one day later song was quoted
 
-### Ice Ice Baby - Vanilla Ice (1990)
-<iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/3XVozq1aeqsJwpXrEZrDJ9?utm_source=generator&theme=0" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe>
-
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ice_Ice_Baby
-
-Stolen vs. sampled
-
-### U Can't Touch This - MC Hammer (1990)
-
-<iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/1B75hgRqe7A4fwee3g3Wmu?utm_source=generator&theme=0" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe>
-
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U_Can%27t_Touch_This
-
-YouTube link
-reverand
-clothing item
-Stop...
-
-### The Humpty Dance - Digital Underground (1990)
-
-<iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0YEC3pNS0uIKvZb5u4lgsu?utm_source=generator&theme=0" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe>
-
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Humpty_Dance
-
-Drum loop samples from "Sing a Simple Song" by Sly and the Family Stone and adds other elements.
-The vocal sample that happens in the song's chorus sections is from Parliament's "Let's Play House".
-
-
 ### I Wanna Sex You Up - Color Me Badd (1991)
 - _AI Generated_
 - New jack swing hit with a provocative title
 - Featured in the movie New Jack City
 - Controversial for its explicit lyrics but became a massive chart success
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Wanna_Sex_You_Up
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Wanna_Sex_You_Up
+
+### End of the Road - Boyz II Men (1992)
+- New edition reference, kicked out Bobby Brown, source of Bell Biv DeVoe 
+- Beat Elvis for hop 1 for 13 weeks
+- Motownphilly
+  - Origin story
+  - New Jack swing - r&b over hip hop
+  - Audition with Biv, alongside Will Smith, Kid n Play, others at show in Philly 
+- Styled as preppy, more chaste
+- End of the Road for movie Boomerang, retroactively applied to album
+- R&b slow jams 
+- Jodeci Freakin' You 
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motownphilly
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/End_of_the_Road_(Boyz_II_Men_song)

_drafts/2025-02-24-Music-Education-U-Cant.md

@@ -0,0 +1,33 @@
+---
+layout: post
+title: "Music Education"
+tags: music
+series: Music Education
+---
+
+### Ice Ice Baby - Vanilla Ice (1990)
+<iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/3XVozq1aeqsJwpXrEZrDJ9?utm_source=generator&theme=0" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe>
+
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ice_Ice_Baby
+
+Stolen vs. sampled
+
+### U Can't Touch This - MC Hammer (1990)
+
+<iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/1B75hgRqe7A4fwee3g3Wmu?utm_source=generator&theme=0" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe>
+
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U_Can%27t_Touch_This
+
+YouTube link
+reverand
+clothing item
+Stop...
+
+### The Humpty Dance - Digital Underground (1990)
+
+<iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0YEC3pNS0uIKvZb5u4lgsu?utm_source=generator&theme=0" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe>
+
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Humpty_Dance
+
+Drum loop samples from "Sing a Simple Song" by Sly and the Family Stone and adds other elements.
+The vocal sample that happens in the song's chorus sections is from Parliament's "Let's Play House".

_drafts/2025-02-26-Music-Education-Hot-Peppers.md

@@ -0,0 +1,27 @@
+---
+layout: post
+title: "Music Education"
+tags: music
+series: Music Education
+---
+
+### Under the Bridge - Red Hot Chili Peppers (1992)
+- Blood Sugar Sex Magik
+- No shame, immature, dancing naked in socks, vulgar and pornographic 
+- Flea, legendary bassist
+- Anthony Kiedis, frontman more than singer
+- Funk metal, punk rap, punk funk 
+- Fishbone, Sunshine documentary 
+- Higher Ground, Love Rollercoaster covers
+- Guitar lineup changing all the time. Heroin. Death of one. Issue for frontman (kicked out of the band for a bit). 
+- Mellowship Slinky
+- Under the bridge doing heroin
+- Trying to get clean while new guitarist and bassist are bonding over weed 
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Under_the_Bridge
+
+### Scar Tissue - Red Hot Chili Peppers (1999)
+- _AI Generated_
+- Grammy-winning track from the album "Californication"
+- Known for its introspective lyrics and melodic guitar solo
+- Marked a comeback for the band after struggles with addiction
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scar_Tissue

_drafts/2025-03-14-Music-Education.md

@@ -22,107 +22,9 @@ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/November_Rain
 - Built to be more popular, pivot point between old and new
 - Sold out to be more popular, make metal more popular
 
-### Hey Jealousy - Gin Blossoms (1992)
-- Original writer of song left (kicked out) of band before they hit it big, and shortly after committed suicide
-- Original recording worse, faster and less polished
-- Jangly 
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hey_Jealousy
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Found_Out_About_You
-
-### Shiny Happy People - R.E.M. (1991)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Collaboration with Kate Pierson of The B-52's
-- Contrasts upbeat melody with ironic undertones
-- Divisive among fans for its poppy sound
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shiny_Happy_People
-
-### Losing My Religion - R.E.M. (1991)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Breakout hit for the band, featuring mandolin-driven melody
-- Lyrics about unrequited love and obsession
-- Iconic music video with religious and surreal imagery
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Losing_My_Religion
-
-### You Oughta Know - Alanis Morissette (1995)
-- Censorship of fuck 
-- Angry white female
-- Dry vocals to be intimate and maybe unsettling
-- Crazy successful album like 30 M copies
-
-### (Everything I Do) I Do It for You - Bryan Adams (1991)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Featured in the movie Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
-- Spent 16 consecutive weeks at number one on the UK Singles Chart
-- Known for its sweeping ballad style and emotional lyrics
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/(Everything_I_Do)_I_Do_It_for_You
-
 ### Silent Lucidity - Queensrÿche (1991)
 - _AI Generated_
 - Progressive rock ballad with orchestral elements
 - Lyrics explore lucid dreaming and self-awareness
 - Nominated for a Grammy for Best Rock Performance
 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silent_Lucidity
-
-### Life Is a Highway - Tom Cochrane (1991)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Canadian rock anthem about life's journey
-- Became a global hit and later covered by Rascal Flatts for the movie Cars
-- Known for its uplifting lyrics and driving rhythm
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_Is_a_Highway
-
-### I Can't Dance - Genesis (1991)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Tongue-in-cheek rock track with a minimalist groove
-- Lyrics mock superficiality and consumer culture
-- Features a memorable music video with humorous choreography
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Can%27t_Dance
-
-### Tears in Heaven - Eric Clapton (1992)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Heartfelt ballad written after the tragic death of Clapton's son
-- Won three Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year
-- Lyrics explore grief and hope for reunion in the afterlife
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tears_in_Heaven
-
-### One - U2 (1992)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Emotional rock ballad from the album "Achtung Baby"
-- Lyrics explore themes of unity and reconciliation
-- Became one of U2's most iconic songs
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_(U2_song)
-
-### Mysterious Ways - U2 (1992)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Funk-influenced rock track with a danceable groove
-- Lyrics inspired by spirituality and love
-- Known for its innovative guitar effects
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mysterious_Ways_(song)
-
-### Under the Bridge - Red Hot Chili Peppers (1992)
-- Blood Sugar Sex Magik
-- No shame, immature, dancing naked in socks, vulgar and pornographic 
-- Flea, legendary bassist
-- Anthony Kiedis, frontman more than singer
-- Funk metal, punk rap, punk funk 
-- Fishbone, Sunshine documentary 
-- Higher Ground, Love Rollercoaster covers
-- Guitar lineup changing all the time. Heroin. Death of one. Issue for frontman (kicked out of the band for a bit). 
-- Mellowship Slinky
-- Under the bridge doing heroin
-- Trying to get clean while new guitarist and bassist are bonding over weed 
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Under_the_Bridge
-
-### If It Makes You Happy - Sheryl Crow (1996)
-- Strong Enough
-- 4th grade school teacher, bar bands, McDonald’s jingle, MJ backup singer
-- Tuesday Night Music Club, album name and literal club
-- All I Wanna Do, from a poem she found, breakout hit but not first release or second
-- Second album very separated from music club, solo all over the place
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_I_Wanna_Do_(Sheryl_Crow_song)
-
-### Birdhouse in Your Soul - They Might Be Giants (1990)
-- Unapologetically nerdy
-- Tiny Toon Adventures versions
-- John and John
-- Accordion
-- Don’t Let’s Start

_drafts/2025-03-15-Music-Education.md

@@ -30,19 +30,6 @@ series: Music Education
 - Introduced suburban households to gangsta rap
 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuthin%27_but_a_%27G%27_Thang
 
-### Real Love - Mary J Blige (1992)
-- Method man solo album 94, from wutang, song Bring the Pain, Mary waking up every day to that
-- Hip hop love song duo with Method Man. I’ll be there for you 95, watch video
-- Grew up in the projects, molested as a child, hard life “not in the sunshine”
-- Got signed from a mall karaoke recorded demo
-- I’m going Down 
-### Real Love - Mary J. Blige (1993)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Blends hip-hop beats with soulful vocals, defining the "hip-hop soul" genre
-- From her debut album What's the 411?
-- Lyrics about searching for genuine love
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Real_Love_(Mary_J._Blige_song)
-
 ### C.R.E.A.M. - Wu-Tang Clan (1993)
 - Group named after an 83 kung fu movie
 - Staten Island, referred to as Shao-Lin
@@ -71,25 +58,3 @@ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantastic_Voyage_(Coolio_song)
 - Biggest song of 95. First for rap song. 
 - Amish Paradise, Coolio didn’t actually give approval, not happy with it
 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gangsta%27s_Paradise
-
-### I'll Be There for You/You're All I Need to Get By - Method Man & Mary J. Blige (1995)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Hip-hop and R&B collaboration blending gritty rap with soulful vocals
-- Won a Grammy for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group
-- Lyrics celebrate love and loyalty
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I%27ll_Be_There_for_You/You%27re_All_I_Need_to_Get_By
-
-### This Is How We Do It - Montell Jordan (1995)
-- _AI Generated_
-- Party anthem blending R&B and hip-hop
-- Known for its smooth vocals and catchy hook
-- Topped the Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_Is_How_We_Do_It
-
-### Return of the Mack - Mark Morrison (1996)
-- Slick Rick and shaker back scratch 
-- This Is How We Do It
-- Fantasy remix with Mariah from Genius of Love
-- Tap influenced r&b 
-- One hit wonders
-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Return_of_the_Mack

_drafts/2025-03-21-Music-Education-Boyz.md

@@ -5,13 +5,27 @@ tags: music
 series: Music Education
 ---
 
+### I Wanna Be Down - Brandy (1994)
+- _AI Generated_
+- Debut single that launched Brandy's career
+- Smooth R&B track with a laid-back groove
+- Lyrics about romantic interest and admiration
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Wanna_Be_Down
+
 ### Brown Sugar - D'Angelo (1995)
 - _AI Generated_
 - Smooth neo-soul track with jazzy influences
 - Lyrics celebrate love and sensuality
 - Title track from D'Angelo's debut album
 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brown_Sugar_(D%27Angelo_song)
 
+### Kiss from a Rose - Seal (1995)
+- _AI Generated_
+- Romantic ballad with poetic lyrics and lush orchestration
+- Featured in the movie Batman Forever
+- Won three Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiss_from_a_Rose
+
 ### One in a Million - Aaliyah (1996)
 - First album produced by R Kelly (and wrote most songs) when she was 15, age ain’t but a number
 - Blend of street and sweet
@@ -63,3 +77,8 @@ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Believe_I_Can_Fly
 - Lyrics reflect spirituality and self-awareness
 - Won a Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance
 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/On_%26_On_(Erykah_Badu_song)
+
+### Make Em Say Uhh - Master P (1997)
+- Business savvy, better business than rapper
+- Owns masters, 80:20 deal
+- Created an empire

_drafts/2025-03-26-Music-Education-Brown-Sugar.md

@@ -13,4 +13,17 @@ series: Music Education
 - Dark, sexy, industrial, throwaway, trashy
 - Pivotal album between desire to innovate (Bono and Edge) vs. stick with what works (rhythm section). One is the compromise.
 - Achtung baby transitional album
-- Need to watch Numb video and disco tech video
+- Need to watch Numb video and disco tech video
+### One - U2 (1992)
+- _AI Generated_
+- Emotional rock ballad from the album "Achtung Baby"
+- Lyrics explore themes of unity and reconciliation
+- Became one of U2's most iconic songs
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_(U2_song)
+
+### Mysterious Ways - U2 (1992)
+- _AI Generated_
+- Funk-influenced rock track with a danceable groove
+- Lyrics inspired by spirituality and love
+- Known for its innovative guitar effects
+https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mysterious_Ways_(song)