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Songs that reference other bands, artists, and celebs

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Songs that reference other bands, artists, and celebs
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02/10/2025 09:00 ‧ 3 weeks ago | StarsInsider

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It can be the ultimate tribute: a singer penning a song that includes a reference to a well-known celebrity. But it can work the other way, too, with mention of a particular star voiced in an insulting or patronizing tone. Either way, perhaps, it's never really a bad thing when a famous musician waxes lyrical about a fellow entertainment luminary. But who best has given other bands, artists, and famous personalities a shout-out in their lyrics?

Click through for a playlist of other songs that celebrate, name-drop, or even insult other celebrities. 

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