These famous artists re-recorded their own songs later in their careers, and might have produced better songs the second time around.

Ever dreamed of meeting your musical hero only to have that fantasy shattered by reality? Some famous musicians have earned reputations for behavior that would make any fan encounter turn sour fast.

Breaking into the music industry has never been easy—and for many artists, the path to stardom isn’t always a straight shot. Before they became household names, some started behind the scenes, writing ...