Worst Songs Ever: Chart-Topping Disasters

How did the band that once fronted Jefferson Airplane’s countercultural movement end up producing this glossy, radio-friendly anthem? Is it a biting critique of the very system they sold out to, or just a hollow cash grab from a band past its prime? This week on  Worst Songs Ever , we tackle one of the most notorious examples of rock’s tragic fall from cool:  Starship’s "We Built This City."  How...

This week we dive deep into the glorious train wreck of Eddie Murphy's 1985 hit single "Party All the Time". Join us as we explore the bizarre backstory of how comedy legend Murphy was lured into the recording studio by funk master Rick James at the height of his acting career, chasing dreams of pop stardom. We compare the sad tale of a man forever chasing an untameable party girl in "Party All th...

This week, Brennan serves up Van Halen’s 1991 hit  "Poundcake"  as his pick for the Worst Songs Ever award, and the debate gets juicy. Released on the  For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge  album, "Poundcake" marks the Sammy Hagar era of Van Halen, complete with a drill-powered guitar riff and lyrics that some say walk the line between rock anthem and, well, a bro-fest. Rob, a die-hard fan of 80s metal,...

This week we dive deep into the glorious train wreck of Eddie Murphy's 1985 hit single "Party All the Time". Join us as we explore the bizarre backstory of how comedy legend Murphy was lured into the recording studio by funk master Rick James at the height of his acting career, chasing dreams of pop stardom. We compare the sad tale of a man forever chasing an untameable party girl in...

In this episode of  Worst Songs Ever , Andrew, Rob, and Brennan dive deep into the country classic "Friends in Low Places" by Garth Brooks. Rob, who selected this song, shares the psychological torment he endured during his first year at The Citadel, where a less-than-amicable roommate played the track on an endless loop. A psychological warfare campaign worthy of  The Lords of Discipline , Rob di...

While the consensus is clear—this song is a strong contender for the title—Andrew dares to defend the band's quirky charm and their polite, Canadian nature. We'll break down the song's convoluted lyrics and catchy rhythm with a mix of humor and insight, delving into the visceral reactions it provokes. Along the way, we'll also compare Barenaked Ladies to their musical kin, from the laid-back groov...

In our first episode of "Worst Songs Ever," we dive into Phil Collins' 1990 hit "Something Happened on the Way to Heaven" and revel in the utter coasting going on with Phil Collins. We discuss how, comfortable in his success, Collins began phoning it in with trite, empty confections like this. Rob and Andrew agree that Collins is an artist of wit, charm, and talent, but thi...