comment: >
context: This is a friendly reminder to read our rules.
  Remember, /r/Showerthoughts is for showerthoughts, not "thoughts had in the shower!"
  (For an explanation of what a "showerthought" is, please read this page.)
  Rule-breaking posts may result in bans. >
  
  And you find out how many songs were white singers repackaging originals from
  black artists. >
  
  It goes both directions doesn't it? How many 80s new wave songs were used as the melody in rap hits? >
  
  Wow, that's a real eye-opener! I guess it just goes to show that good music is timeless and can be enjoyed by generations. It's nice to be able to experience the same emotions \& feelings from different eras. >
  
  Yes! I remember my mom singing along with a Jimmy Buffett song 20 years ago & was surprised to find it was a popular song in the early 1940's when she was in high school >
  
  Remember the 80s where three covers of songs by Tommy James and the Shondells go up the charts?
  Joan Jett and the Blackhearts - Crimson and Clovet
  Billy Idol - Mony Mony
  Tiffany - I think We’re Alone Now