Drema Ellen Slack, 85: John Denver's 'Sunshine On My Shoulders'
The grandmother often sang John Denver's "Sunshine On My Shoulders" because it reminded her of life's tiny pleasures.
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Jimmy Glass, 60: Jackie Wilson's 'Because Of You'
The father was a huge Northern Soul fan, and her turned to Jackie Wilson's "Because Of You" during his illness.
Frank Nguyen, 40: Depeche Mode's 'Home'
When Frank Nguyen's sister heard "Home," after her brother's passing, it felt like he was sending a message to his family.
Sampa The Great: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
The poet, rapper and singer-songwriter joins us from Zambia for a visually stunning quarantine concert, part of Tiny Desk's Black History Month celebration.
H. Lincoln Myers' Song: 'His Eye Is On The Sparrow'
The Alabama native loved the 1905 gospel hymn inspired by the Gospel of Matthew.
Janet Gonzalez's Song: Juanes' 'A Dios Le Pido'
Gonzalez's was deeply loved, despite being surrounded by violence and loss; "A Dios le Pido" is a reminder that you can always choose love, despite it all.
Nina Gloria's Song: Question Mark And The Mysterians, '96 Tears'
The big sister helped raise her six siblings while their mother works two jobs.
Jeff Kopet's Song: Dire Straits' 'Brothers In Arms'
The father loved the message within the 1985 Mark Knopfler hit.
Electronic Music Duo Daft Punk Announces Split After Nearly 3 Decades
Daft Punk has announced their split after nearly three decades together. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with writer Simon Reynolds about the legacy of the electronic music duo.
Bobby Shmurda Is Coming Home. What Happens Next?
The rapper who ignited Brooklyn with his 2014 viral hit "Hot Boy" is set to be released from prison Tuesday. Louder Than A Riot hosts Rodney Carmichael and Sidney Madden say some big questions remain.