Sometimes you need a challenge as a songwriter. These are three classic rock songs that feature lyrics with made-up words.

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Inspired by a view atop the mountains, one folk song received unusual attention from across the globe.

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The idea of “punk love” is both irresistible and ridiculous. This is because punk is almost by definition unromantic, at least in a traditional sense. (The irresistibly ridiculous 1983 romantic comedy ...