EMMYS
Q: What were the four songs played at the 2005 Daytime Emmys during the Drama Series montages (ALL MY CHILDREN, GENERAL HOSPITAL, AS THE WORLD TURNS, YOUNG AND RESTLESS)?
K.W., via the Internet

A: For AMC, it was Evanescence's "Bring Me To Life," available on their CD, Fallen. ATWT used "Lonely No More," from Rob Thomas's Something To Be. GH chose Mozart — his "Requiem in D Minor," to be exact. Y&R went with "Battle Flag," from the Lo Fidelity Allstars's CD, How To Operate With A Blown Mind.

ALL MY CHILDREN
Q: I'm a big fan of AMC, but I know nothing about music. On the 10/6/04 episode, Ryan and Greenlee made love to a song that I'm sure I've heard before, but I can't place the singer. Could you refresh my memory?
P.R., via the Internet

A: That was Jessica Simpson's "Sweetest Sin" from her CD, In This Skin.

Q: On the 9/1/04 episode of AMC, there was a song playing while Kendall was on the beach dreaming that she was dancing with Ryan and reminiscing. Some of the lyrics were "I dream for a reason and my reason is I miss you...." Who is the artist and/or group and song name? Is it available on CD? Please help me so that I do not have to bring my video around to sales people at every music store.
D.W., via the Internet

A: Not to worry! We received a deluge of letters about that song, which is called "I Dream." It's by Trisha O'Keefe, from her CD All the Honest Liars. Buy it at www.cdbaby.com.

AS THE WORLD TURNS
Q: On ATWT, what song did Rosanna and Paul make love to on 10/21/04?
T.G., Watertown, NY

A: That was Joan Osborne's version of "How Sweet It Is" from her CD of the same name.

Q: What was the song that played on ATWT when Mike was washing Jennifer's hair in the bathtub? I thought that scene was so romantic!
T.P., via the Internet

A: "Don't Let Go" is by Bryan Adams with Sarah McLachlan. It's on the Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron soundtrack.

Q: Could you tell me the name of the artist and the song that was playing when Dusty and Lucy made love at Metro on ATWT? The lyrics were very beautiful and I'd like to buy it.
D.D., Hendersonville,TN

A: That was Edwin McCain's "Couldn't Love You More" from his newest CD, Scream & Whisper.

Q: Can you tell me the name of the tune that was playing at the end of the 9/23/04 episode of ATWT when Parker collapsed? I think it went, "This is where you belong, this is where it's all right." I really liked it, but can't find it anywhere.
Nathalie, via the Internet

A: That was Deccatree's "Belong" from their album, Battle of Life.

Q: I would like to know the name of the song sung at Rose's funeral on ATWT while people were placing the flowers on the coffin. Thank you.
A.W., via the Internet

A: That was "Hymn To Love" by Cyndi Lauper, from her CD, At Last. And since we've gotten several letters about other songs on that episode: the music played when Holden carried Lily out of the church was Evanescence's "My Immortal," from Fallen. When Lily was alone in the bathroom, you heard "World Without You" from Beth Hart's Leave The Light On.

BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL
Q: What song played when B&B's Ridge and Brooke got married on the beach in 1994?
M.S., via the Internet

A: That was "Today" by Randy Sparks, originally from the 1964 Glenn Ford film Advance To The Rear. It was recorded by The New Christy Minstrels on several CDs.

Q: On B&B, what lullaby did Becky sing to Little Eric when he was a baby?
Name Withheld

A: That was "Baby Mine" from the animated feature Dumbo.

Q: What song played on the 12/2/98 episode of B&B for Rick and Kimberly?
Name Withheld

A: That was Edwin McCain's "I'll Be" from his Misguided Roses CD.

DAYS OF OUR LIVES
Q: I watch DAYS all the time. Could you tell me the name of the song that Lonestar played at the opening of Alice's?
S.S., Menasha, WI

A: Lonestar entertained with "T.G.I.F." from their CD, Let's Be Us Again.

Q: I need your help for my 85-year-old mother. She wants a song that was sung by Gloria Loring (ex-Liz) many years ago on DAYS to be played at her funeral. The song was a major hit for Ms. Loring. Please print the title and where I may get a recording.
C.M., Palos Heights, IL

A: That was "Friends and Lovers" and can be found on her CD of the same name.

Q: On DAYS, could you please tell me the name of the song that was played at Chloe's funeral on 9/6/04 when Brady was talking? I think it was something like, "I'll never hold you again." Can I get it on a CD?
M.F., via the Internet

A: "I'll Never Hold You Again" was written especially for the episode by Kelly Moneymaker (wife of Peter Reckell, Bo) and performed by Nadia Bjorlin (Chloe). It is available on the CD Days of Our Lives: Love Songs, available at www.amazon.com.

Q: What song did DAYS's Sami and Brandon dance to on 11/1/04?
B.N, via the Internet

A: "Save A Dance," by D. Brent Nelson and Kelly Moneymaker (wife of Peter Reckell, Bo), was performed by Robbie Wykoff. It's available on the CD Days of Our Lives: Love Songs, available at www.amazon.com.

Q: I am interested in buying the CD that Peter Reckell's (Bo, DAYS) wife, Kelly Moneymaker, has put out. Can you please tell me the name of the CD and how to purchase it?
J.R., Greenbrook, NJ

A: You can buy Through The Basement Walls at www.midnitesunrecords.com, www.cdbaby.com, www.amazon.com or call 1.888.NITESUN.

GENERAL HOSPITAL
Q: Can you tell me the name of the artist and the title of the song that was playing for GH's Emily and Nikolas back in early December, 2004?
J.H., via the Internet

A: That was "Silence," by Delerium, featuring Sarah McLachlan. Find it on Delerium's CD, Karma.

Q: A few years back on GH, Robin and Jason went away to a seaside resort to be alone. I would like to know the song that was featured when they were on the beach swimming and playing.
C.B., Allenton, MI

A: Robin and Jason's Montauk moments were set to Bryan Ferry's "Dance With Life." Find it on the soundtrack to the movie Phenomenon.

Q: I was curious about what song was playing during the Jax/Courtney shower scene on GH on 11/4/04.
Kinnejoc, via the Internet

A: You came to the right place — that was Amy Grant and Keb' Mo' singing "Come Be With Me," available on her Greatest Hits 1986-2004.

Q: On GH, I absolutely love Adrianne Leon's (Brook Lynn) version of "The Only One I Love." Is her version available, and if so, where can I find it? My fiancé and I would like to use it as our wedding song.
T.W., via the Internet

A: Unfortunately, Leon's version of that song, originally recorded by Wally Kurth's band, Kurth & Taylor, is not available.

Q: What is the name of the song that Ned, a.k.a. Eddie Maine, always used to sing on GH? Is it on a CD that can be purchased?
S.N., via the Internet

A: We're not sure which one you mean, but Wally Kurth's (Ned) band, Kurth & Taylor, has a CD called Half & Half, which features six Eddie Maine tunes. Visit www.kurthandtaylor.com for more information.

Q: Who sang the song that played at the end of the 8/10/04 episode of GH?
G.E., Waterbury, CT

A: L. Sinclair performed "Best of My Life," which is not available for purchase.

GUIDING LIGHT
Q: Can you tell me what song was playing on 3/4/05 on GUIDING LIGHT when Harley was watching Zach through the window and writing to Gus? The first lines of the song were “This old house is falling around my ears, I am drowning in my tears.” I thought it was beautiful. Who sang it? Where can I find it?
M.G., Palos Verdes, CA

A: That was Bonnie Raitt, singing “Dimming Of The Day.” Get it on The Best Of Bonnie Raitt.

Q: My aunt wants me to find out the name of the song that was playing when Phillip died on GL.
Michelle, via the Internet

A: We got many letters about this song, which aired on 11/18/04. You can tell your aunt that it was Paul Simon's "Quiet" from his CD, You're The One.

Q: The music playing in the background when the women got their children back in the 11/15/04 episode of GL was beautiful. Who is the artist and is it available on CD?
A.E., via the Internet

A: That was "We Need Us All" — music by Jens Wendelboe, lyrics by Asbjorn Hamo. It's on Volume 1 of Wendelboe's Big Crazy Energy Band CD. Buy it at www.crazyenergy.com.

Q: Could you tell me the name and artist of the song that was playing while Jeffrey and Marah were "together" at the end of GL on 12/30/03?
P.L., Centerville, TN

A: Marah and Jeffrey's love scene was set to "Love Come Down," by Ron Alan Cohen and Heather Sullivan. The song was written specifically for the show and is not available.

ONE LIFE TO LIVE
Q: I was wondering the name of the song that Marcie sang at Jen's memorial service on OLTL? Do you happen to know the name of the song and who performs it? It struck a chord and I mentioned it to my daughter and would love for her to hear it. Thanks.
E.B., via the Internet

A: Kathy Brier (Marcie) performed it on the show, but "Borrowed Angels" is available on Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth's CD, As I Am.

Q: I want to find out about a song I heard on OLTL. The song was called "That Sweet Angel of Mine" and sung by Blair. Can you tell me if it is in stores?

A: That was Kassie DePaiva (Blair) singing "Sweet Angel of Mine" from her album No Regrets. Go to www.kassiedepaiva.com to buy it.

Q: On OLTL, what was the song that played during the montage at the end of the 12/14/04 show? It was so incredible — I have to buy it.
P.T., Brooklyn, NY

A: That was "Kite Song" by Patty Griffin, from her Impossible Dream CD.

Q: On an episode of OLTL in the spring of 2004, Michael/Al had a song played for Marcie by Simply Red. Could you please tell me the name of the song or the CD?
Teneil's Mail, via the Internet

A: Simply Red performed "You Make Me Feel Brand New" and "Sunrise" in February '04. Find both songs on their CD Home.

PASSIONS
Q: On PASSIONS, there was a beautiful song in Spanish played for Luis and Sheridan on 9/16/04. Could you please tell me the name of the song and what it means?
P.R., Clearwater, FL

A: That was "Yo Te Olvidaré," which was written and performed especially for the show by Ali Olmo. The title means "I Will Forget You."

YOUNG AND RESTLESS
Q: What were the songs played for YOUNG AND RESTLESS's Daniel and Lily the week of July 4th holiday?

A: On 7/4/05, it was Simple Plan's "Untitled" from their Still Not Getting Any... CD. Michael Kisur's "Sunshine" was played on 7/8. You can hear an MP3 sample of the song at www.soapsongs.com. And because of the fans' great response, the Web site is extending a special promotion: a CD single of "Sunshine" will be available through August with the purchase of any Soap Songs CD.

Q: On 7/20/04, a country song played while Nick and Sharon were in their bedroom on Y&R. What song was it and can I buy the CD?
P.L.P, Vernon, CT

A: You sure can — Kenny Chesney's "Me and You" is available on both his Me and You and Greatest Hits CDs.

Q: On 8/10/04, Y&R featured a song during the Nick/Sharon scenes — what was it?
N.W., via the Internet

A: That was "A Love That Will Last," by Renee Olstead, from her self-titled CD.

Q: Will you please print what the beautiful song was that played on Y&R on the 5/9/05 episode when Sharon was thinking about Cassie as she aged from childhood to teenager?
RBlue110876, via the Internet

A: That was Barry Manilow’s “I Am Your Child,” from several CDs, including Barry Manilow I and The Complete Collection And Then Some....

PRIME-TIME
Q: What was the last song played on THE O.C.'s 2004 Chrismukkah episode?
G.D., via the Internet

A: That was Ron Sexsmith's "Maybe This Christmas" from Music from the O.C. Mix Three: Have a Very Merry Chrismukkah.

Q: I would like to know the name of the song that played at the beginning of THE MOUNTAIN on The WB.
C.S., Petaluma, CA

A: That was Blink-182's song "I Miss You," from their eponymous CD.

Q: Please tell me the name of the song and artist from the promos for DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES — it goes, "Everybody's got that something" and sounds like Fantasia Barrino or Macy Gray. It has also been played on several commercials.
P.F.J., Detroit, MI

A: That's actually Nikka Costa singing "Everybody Got Their Something" for the soapy, prime-time show's commercials — in addition to ads for Sears and Mitsubishi. Find it on Costa's CD of the same name or on the Blue Crush soundtrack.

Q: I have this song running through my head and it is driving me up the wall. It is from the show FELICITY and was played in almost every episode, but it is not on the show's soundtrack. I heard it again on the episode of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER titled "Seeing Red." The song starts out with "It's just a simple life" and the chorus is "Nothing survives, nothing survives." Help!
Dana, via e-mail

A: The song you're thinking of (though the first line is "It's just a simple line") is "Displaced" by Azure Ray. It's from their self-titled CD and was indeed heard in several episodes of FELICITY.