Twenty Thousand Hertz

Hidden Hitmakers: The unsung heroes behind pop’s biggest hits

Mar 16, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Desmond Child's Breakthrough Hit

  • Desmond Child co-wrote the Kiss hit "I Was Made for Loving You" with Paul Stanley, merging hard rock and disco styles.
  • This song brought dance beats into rock music, influencing future music trends forever.
INSIGHT

Songwriting as a Revenue Stream

  • Songwriters earn revenue from every play, stream, cover, or commercial use of their songs.
  • Hits can generate significant income, but crafting consistent hit songs is very challenging.
ANECDOTE

Creation of "You Give Love a Bad Name"

  • Desmond Child wrote the title "You Give Love a Bad Name" on a paper, which ignited a hit song creation with Bon Jovi.
  • They used a melody from a previous song and an R&B style bass line to revolutionize rock music rhythms.
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