NPR Music critics reflect on the lyrics that captured the year's mood, sparked emotions and stayed with them long after the music stopped.

The lines were blurred during the post-punk era in music. Bands like the New York Dolls, The Velvet Underground, and The Stooges created exciting new music. British bands like the Sex Pistols, The ...

After months of teasing, a little controversy, and a few alternate album covers (“approved by God”), Sabrina Carpenter’s seventh album, Man’s Best Friend is finally out. And, as promised by the singer ...

INSKEEP: That was Lars Gotrich with the song "New Threats From The Soul," by Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band. We also heard Anamaria Sayre with Bad Bunny's "DTMF." We'll have more of the best lyrics ...

From tear-jerkers to mic-drops, NPR's music critics share the 2025 lyrics that made them laugh, cry and hit replay. Right about now, music critics are sharing their favorite albums of the year or ...