Songs can teach you things! Who knew? Our artists knew, obviously. And we've learned a few cautionary tales in addition to our picks this week. Like... don't drink and gamble. Don't be a bad dad! Guns? Not our favorite. But if you're gonna have them, don't take them to town! And above all, if you're a jerk husband like Earl, well, watch out!

Our cautionary tale to you, dear listeners, is to stay in touch lest you want to make us sad. And we will be back September 2 with Season Two of Stereothematica! 

VIDEOS

Slick Rick: Children’s Story (1989)

Bob Dylan: The Ballad of Frankie Lee and Judas Priest (1967)

EXTRAS

The Making of Children’s Story  

Complex 50 Best Storytelling Rap Songs

Stax Reacts! First time hearing Children's Story (so fun!)

Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick: The Show

Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick: La Di Da Di

Questlove's Top 50 Hip Hop Songs of All Time (2012)

Nautilus Samples 

How Dylan Created a Minimal New Sound on John Wesley Harding

Bob Dylan's Most Inscrutable Lyrics

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