Pronounced “Old Lang Zyne,” experts say it started as a poem, and has since become a song that is now a staple in New Year’s ...

There are plenty of modern and timeless songs we sing on New Year’s. But one of the most classic tunes of all is “Auld Lang ...

Each year when the clock strikes midnight on New Year's, people around the world sing one song in unison. "Auld Lang Syne" has long been a hit at New Year's parties in the U.S. as people join together ...

From tear-jerkers to mic-drops, NPR's music critics share the 2025 lyrics that made them laugh, cry and hit replay.

Morgan Wallen is closing out 2024 with a surprise song drop. He shared his new song, "Smile," on New Year's Eve (Tuesday, Dec. 31). It's a stripped-back, mournful ballad about the lonely reality ...

Which song lyrics from 2025 most moved our NPR Music critics?