Who wrote it

The songwriter behind the hit

Songs the public knows by the singer — but written by someone else, who often had the bigger career as a writer than a performer. 5 songs traced to who actually wrote them. No lyrics, just the credit.

A Whiter Shade of Pale

Recorded by Procol Harum — written by Gary Brooker and Keith Reid, with Matthew Fisher (co-author, established 2009)

Bitter Sweet Symphony

Recorded by The Verve — written by Richard Ashcroft

I'm a Believer

Recorded by The Monkees — written by Neil Diamond

Manic Monday

Recorded by The Bangles — written by Prince

You've Got a Friend

Recorded by James Taylor — written by Carole King