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One Song

172 episodes

ONE SONG is an award-winning music podcast where friends Diallo Riddle (Emmy-nominated star and creator of HBO Max’s South Side and IFC’s Sherman’s Showcase) and Blake "LUXXURY" Robin (Songwriter, Producer, KCRW DJ & TikTok “Interpolation” whisperer) hilariously break down ONE SONG from the pop music canon that you know - or need to know - but have never heard quite like this. The show was named top 25 of the year by The Atlantic, and has featured guests from Devo to Lil’ Jon.

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  1. The Pharcyde's "Runnin'"

    · 1 h 18 min

    On this episode of One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY break down The Pharcyde’s “Runnin’,” the track from the legendary hip-hop group that brought new flavor to the West Coast sound in the ‘90s. They dive into the group’s…

  2. Yeah Yeah Yeah's "Maps"

    · 1 h 04 min

    On this special re-run of One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are breaking out their skinny jeans, thrifted leather jackets, and statement hairstyles as they breakdown classic indie banger, "Maps." The duo explore everything…

  3. The Killers' "Mr. Brightside"

    · 1 h 30 min

    Destiny is calling us to discuss the making of an unforgettable jam you’ve heard at countless weddings, karaoke bars, and sporting events. So open up your eager eyes (and ears)! On this episode of One Song, Diallo and…

  4. Grace Jones' "Slave To The Rhythm"

    · 1 h 14 min

    Is there such a thing as a “perfect song?” Well if there’s someone who might be able to make it, leave it to one of the most culturally influential artists in music and fashion history! On this episode of One Song,…

  5. Warren G's "Regulate" (feat. Nate Dogg) with Warren G

    · 1 h 08 min

    Regulators…MOUNT UP! Get ready for One Song history to be made. On this episode, Grammy-nominated rapper, producer, DJ, and masterful storyteller Warren G joins Diallo and LUXXURY to break down his 1994 G-funk classic…

  6. Steely Dan's "Peg" with Jon Benjamin

    · 1 h 23 min

    One Song Nation – won’t you smile for another episode? Because we know you’re gonna love it! On this episode of One Song, actor, comedian and musician Jon Benjamin (Archer, Bob’s Burgers) joins Diallo and LUXXURY to…

  7. Michael Jackson's "Thriller"

    · 1 h 10 min · Explicit

    As Spooky Season falls across the land, no mere mortal can resist the power of this 1983 smash hit. On this very special Halloween episode of One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY break down Michael Jackson’s spookiest pop…

  8. Earth, Wind & Fire's "Let's Groove" with Estelle

    · 1 h 21 min

    Get ready to share the spice of life and glide like a 747 to a classic cookout jam from one of the best selling bands of all time! On this episode of One Song, Grammy Award-winning pop star, rapper, and actress Estelle…

  9. Chaka Khan's "I'm Every Woman" with Danyel Smith

    · 1 h 30 min

    If there’s anything you want done, baby, just turn to a legendary artist who knows how to do it naturally. On this episode of One Song, award-winning journalist, author, and podcaster Danyel Smith (Shine Bright: A Very…

  10. Depeche Mode, Part 2: "Enjoy The Silence"

    · 1 h 08 min

    All you ever wanted and all you ever needed from Diallo and LUXXURY is here in this episode. Okay, well, not *everything,” but in Part Two of our Depeche Mode special, the guys break down band’s biggest hit, “Enjoy The…

  11. Depeche Mode, Part 1: "People Are People"

    · 1 h 15 min

    Question – how much do Diallo and LUXXURY love Depeche Mode? Answer – so much that they couldn’t pack it all into one episode. So get ready for a thorough two-part deep dive on these pioneers who defined the sound of…

  12. Introducing: Petty Crimes

    · 47 min

    This week on One Song, we’re sharing another podcast that LUXXURY and Diallo both love: Petty Crimes. It's a weekly comedy podcast where co-hosts and long-time friends Ceara Jane O’Sullivan and Griff Stark-Ennis add a…

  13. Bell Biv DeVoe's "Poison" with Tank

    · 59 min

    Live from Las Vegas, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by Grammy-nominated R&B singer, songwriter, producer, and actor Tank to discuss one of the top party jams of the 1990s: “Poison” by Bell Biv DeVoe. On this special…

  14. The Weeknd's "Can't Feel My Face"

    · 1 h 15 min

    One Song Nation – you don’t have to worry no more. Diallo & LUXXURY know you can go without learning how The Weeknd’s massive 2015 hit, “Can’t Feel My Face,” made him into a global megastar. On this episode, they break…

  15. Heart's "Barracuda"

    · 1 h 08 min

    You're gonna burn, burn, burn to the wick if you don't recognize this song as one of the greatest rock anthems of all time! On this episode, Diallo and LUXXURY break down "Barracuda," a rally cry for empowerment and…

  16. Al Green's "Let's Stay Together"

    · 1 h 05 min

    Whether times are good or bad, happy or sad, Diallo & LUXXURY are here to comfort you by breaking down one of the most memorable R&B songs of all time. On this episode, the guys discuss how Al Green wrote the “Let’s…

  17. Juice WRLD's "Lucid Dreams"

    · 1 h 14 min

    On One Song, we do our best to give flowers to artists we admire, especially those who left us far too soon. On this episode, Diallo and LUXXURY break down Juice WRLD’s monster hit from 2018, “Lucid Dreams.” They dive…

  18. ABBA's Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! "(A Man After Midnight)" with John Early

    · 1 h 15 min

    If there’s not a soul out there, or someone to hear your prayer, just turn to one of the most popular and successful musical groups of all time – ABBA. On this episode of One Song, actor and comedian John Early (Now…

  19. Dr. Dre's "Nuthin' but A 'G' Thang"

    · 1 h 17 min

    One, two, three, and to the fo' -- Diallo & LUXXURY is at yo' do'...ready for another One Song episode! And on this episode, they break down Dr. Dre's hit that introduced the world to g-funk, tell the story of how Dre…

  20. The Smashing Pumpkins - Cherub Rock

    · 1 h 07 min

    Hipsters Unite? This week on One Song, Diallo Riddle and Luxxury are tackling a confrontational track from one of the most successful alt rock bands of the 90’s — “Cherub Rock” by The Smashing Pumpkins. The guys go…

  21. Daryl Hall & John Oates' "I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)"

    · 1 h 12 min

    As the hosts of One Song, Diallo Riddle and Luxxury know a thing or two about being a duo. This week, One Song’s most dependable pairing uses their knowledge to analyze “I Can’t Go For That” from the hitmaking duo of…

  22. Introducing: Switched On Pop

    · 49 min

    This week on One Song, we’re sharing another music podcast that LUXXURY and Diallo both love. It’s called Switched On Pop, and it’s about the making and meaning of popular music, hosted by musicologist Nate Sloan and…

  23. TLC's "Creep" with Rachel Lindsay

    · 1 h 02 min

    Is creeping ever okay? If you ask Rachel Lindsay (co-host of the "Higher Learning" podcast)…it is when TLC does it. This time on One Song, Diallo is joined by Rachel (who fills in as guest host) to break down why…

  24. Missy Elliott's "Work It" with Punkie Johnson

    · 1 h 03 min

    On this special re-run, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined this week by comedian and friend of the pod, Punkie Johnson. Together, they go on a quest to flip it and reverse it and unpack the many layers of samples and…

  25. The Response Episode: Listener Mailbag + Songs of the Summer

    · 55 min

    What good is a format if you can’t break it every now and then? On this special episode of One Song, Diallo & LUXXURY break out the listener mailbag, answer some DMs, and bring an entirely new angle to the "Buffalo…

  26. Miley Cyrus' "Flowers"

    · 59 min

    This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY frolic through "Flowers" -- Miley Cyrus' smash hit from 2023. Along the way, they discuss the track's importance as an self-love and empowerment anthem, its connection to Bruno…

  27. Britney Spears' "Toxic"

    · 56 min

    On this special rerun, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY get Toxic! Join for LUXXURY’s thesis on why the song is a pop masterpiece that weds high art and obscure sonic references with Britney Spears’ bubblegum vocals. There’s…

  28. Blondie's "Call Me"

    · 1 h 07 min

    The importance of Blondie’s “Call Me” can’t be quantified in sales alone. Sure, it was a global hit. But it’s also a part of cinematic history: It’s played during the iconic opening sequence of the movie American…

  29. A Brief History of Diss Tracks

    · 1 h 00 min

    This week on One Song, WE BEEF! Join LUXXURY and Diallo Riddle as they unpack the history and evolution of diss tracks, break down the Drake v Kendrick Lamar spat, and explore how disses work in other genres because,…

  30. Introducing: Broken Record

    · 1 h 03 min

    This week on One Song we’re sharing another music podcast that LUXXURY and Diallo Riddle both love: It’s called Broken Record. The tagline for the show is “liner notes for the digital age” and each episode features a…

  31. Public Enemy's "Cold Lampin' with Flavor" live with Questlove

    · 1 h 13 min

    On this very special episode of One Song, Diallo Riddle & LUXXURY are joined by hiphop legend Questlove, and a live studio audience packed with the One Song Nation. Questlove chose this week’s song, Cold Lampin’ with…

  32. Dolly Parton's "Jolene" with Andy Richter

    · 1 h 07 min

    In 1973, Dolly Parton released her seminal track “Jolene”. In the years that have followed, the song has been reinterpreted and reimagined by many artists including Olivia Newton John, Miley Cyrus, Lil Nas X, the White…

  33. Tears for Fears' "Head Over Heels"

    · 1 h 13 min

    This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY not only tackle a song that, arguably, possesses the ultimate accolade: It is Diallo’s favorite song to sing at karaoke. “Head Over Heels” by Tears for Fears is not the…

  34. De La Soul's "Buddy"

    · 1 h 15 min

    Back in the late 80s gangsta rap was booming. But three kids from Long Island emerged to spread a message of peace, love, and unity. Those three kids -- Posdnuos, Maseo, and Trugoy the Dove -- were De La Soul and…

  35. Radiohead's "Creep"

    · 58 min

    You love this song. But the band who wrote it? They hate it. And in many ways, that’s entirely appropriate. Because on this episode of One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are wading deep into a song that ’s an ode to…

  36. Rihanna's "Umbrella"

    · 1 h 12 min

    Usually on One Song we focus on the music's cultural impact. But this time we're talking about the meteorological impact! When Rihanna's Umbrella topped the charts in the UK, it coincided with a period of heavy rain…

  37. Bob Marley's "Jamming'"

    · 1 h 16 min

    Bob Marley’s music is everywhere. And, in a sense, so is Bob Marley: He was the subject of a recent biopic, there are murals painted of him around the world, and his poster is still common in college dorm rooms. But…

  38. Daft Punk, Part Two: "Get Lucky"

    · 44 min

    It’s time: The peak of the pyramid! On this episode of One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY explore what is, arguably, Daft Punk’s creative and commercial zenith: Get Lucky. Together with generational defining acts, Pharrell…

  39. Daft Punk, Part One: The Road To Get Lucky

    · 44 min

    Hey One Song listener, did you ever wonder how much Diallo and LUXXURY like Daft Punk? Well, the answer is a lot. So much, in fact, that one episode could not contain their love of robot helmets, French house music,…

  40. Empire of the Sun's "Walking on a Dream"

    · 57 min

    Today on One Song the ultimate pop music dichotomy: It’s a record that is simultaneously huge. But also very niche. The chances are you know the breezy synth pop masterpiece, Walking on a Dream. But how much do you…

  41. Doja Cat's "Paint the Town Red" with Laci Mosley

    · 1 h 10 min

    This time on One Song, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY discuss an instant classic: Doja Cat’s 2023 hit, Paint the Town Red. The fellas are joined on the podcast by the Scam Goddess herself, Laci Mosely. Join the trio as they…

  42. Deee-Lite's "Groove Is In The Heart"

    · 1 h 17 min

    This time on One Song it’s a jam that Luxxury describes as “musical potpourri”. Join him, and co-host Diallo Riddle, as they unpack Deee-Lite’s Groove Is In The Heart. It’s a song that is packed with samples taken from…

  43. Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On"

    · 1 h 27 min

    This is THE sexiest One Song episode yet! To celebrate Valentine’s Day LUXXURY and Diallo are dissecting Marvin Gaye’s classic ode to lust: Let’s Get It On. Come for the exquisitely horny wa wa pedal, stay for the…

  44. The Response Episode: Listener Mailbag & New Music Reactions

    · 37 min

    On this special episode of One Song, Diallo & LUXXURY answer listener DMs and react to new music from Megan Thee Stallion, Justin Timberlake, and Justice (with Tame Impala). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

  45. New Order's "Blue Monday"

    · 52 min

    On this special rerun, Diallo and Luxxury dig into the biggest selling 12 inch single of all-time: Blue Monday, by New Order. The guys break down how the song was created, its surprising disco influences, and one of…

  46. The Notorious B.I.G's "Mo Money Mo Problems"

    · 55 min

    On this special rerun, Diallo and Luxxury dive deep into the Notorious B.I.G classic, Mo Money Mo Problems. Join the guys as they break down the song's use of a disco beat, Stevie J's unique contributions, and prepare…

  47. Queen & David Bowie's "Under Pressure"

    · 1 h 10 min

    This week on One Song, hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are “Under Pressure”. That’s right, the guys are bringing you Queen’s rock monster: A song that was number 1 in three countries, has been ranked as one of the 500…

  48. Madonna's "Into the Groove" with guest Guillermo Díaz

    · 1 h 07 min

    This week on One Song we’re getting “Into the Groove”. Hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by Madonna superfan — and star of hit show, Scandal — Guillermo Díaz to discuss the iconic dancefloor-filler. Come for…

  49. 2023 Recap & 2024 Trends

    · 59 min

    Join hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY as they recap their favorite (and least favorite!) things of 2023, and look ahead to new music they’re excited for in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

  50. Sly and the Family Stone's "Thank You" with guest Novena Carmel

    · 1 h 03 min

    This episode of One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by DJ and KCRW radio host and Sly Stone's daughter Novena Carmel in a special “Thank You” episode. We’re saying thank you to a songwriter, producer and…

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