Series
Behind the Music
“New stories. New secrets. New episodes.”
Documentary
The groundbreaking and prolific music documentary series returns with several new episodes and the best of the vault remastered and updated for today’s audiences featuring artist interviews, a creative refresh and reimagined visual style.
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Seasons & episodes
1Ricky Martin29 Jul 2021 · 53mRicky Martin chronicles his journey from teen heart throb in Menudo, to leading the Latin new wave. Ricky reveals how he finally was able to share his truth with the world and come out.
2LL COOL J29 Jul 2021 · 52mLL COOL J chronicles his journey from surviving the tough inner city streets of New York to the ups and downs he faced becoming a legendary hip hop star and pop culture icon. Eminem provides insights on how LL has left his mark on the Hip Hop genre.
3Huey Lewis5 Aug 2021 · 53mHuey Lewis chronicles his journey to stardom and his life-long love of music while discussing his on-going battle with Meniere's Disease and hearing loss. Jimmy Kimmel and Topher Grace share insight on his career as fans and good friends of Huey's.
4Busta Rhymes12 Aug 2021 · 47mBusta Rhymes chronicles his journey as the outrageous renegade of rap who found a new voice after a near-death experience led to a physical and emotional transformation. OT Genasis shares insights on Busta's trajectory as a friend and fan.
5Duran Duran19 Aug 2021 · 53mDuran Duran chronicles their journey from ambitious art rockers to one of the biggest bands in the world. For over four decades the band has continued their artistic evolution while managing interpersonal struggles.
6Bret Michaels26 Aug 2021 · 49mBret Michaels chronicles his journey from being the frontman of the ultimate party band, Poison, to battling to get back on the road after life-threatening health scares. Corey Taylor adds insight into Bret's life and impact on the music industry.
7New Kids on The Block2 Sept 2021 · 54mNKOTB chronicle their journey from the streets of Boston to the top of the charts. After leaving the spotlight, the band has reunited as grown men and are still as popular as ever with their fans. Tiffany provides insights on NKOTB's enduring success.
8Fat Joe9 Sept 2021 · 55m · ★ 6.0Fat Joe chronicles his journey from the Bronx streets to becoming a hip hop icon who helped usher Latinos into the forefront of rap. Joe's resilience and consistency shine through as he finds clarity in his darkest times.- 9The Bangles20 Jul 2022 · 41mIn 2000, the Bangles chronicled their journey from an all-girl garage band to one of the most popular groups of the 80's. After selling 10+ million albums, friction and jealousy brought the Bangles down for good, leading to a reunion 11 years later.
- 10George Michael20 Jul 2022 · 42mIn the most candid interview of his life, George Michael chronicles his journey from teen sensation in Wham! to solo icon, revealing his struggles with his identity and sexuality. This episode was filmed in 2004, 12 years before he passed away.
- 11Lil' Wayne20 Jul 2022 · 39mIn this 2009 episode of Behind the Music, Lil Wayne chronicles his journey from battle rapping at age 9 to becoming known as the Best Rapper Alive. Despite his success, Wayne shares insight into his struggles including an early brush with death.
- 12Pitbull20 Jul 2022 · 38mIn this updated 2012 episode, Pitbull chronicles his rags to riches journey from Little Havana to becoming Mr. Worldwide. Pitbull shares how he brought Latin fused hip hop to the mainstream, while navigating hunger, family struggles, and deep loss.
- 13Daryl Hall & John Oates20 Jul 2022 · 43mIn 2010, Daryl Hall & John Oates chronicled their journey to becoming the most successful duo in pop music history. After enormous success in the 80's, Hall & Oates struggled to remain relevant, eventually reconnecting with a new generation of fans.
- 14DMX20 Jul 2022 · 44mIn this updated episode of Behind the Music (2010), DMX chronicles his journey from the streets of Yonkers to icon. Despite his success, skeletons of his past were never far behind. In one of his final interviews, he shared hope and faith.
- 15Leif Garrett20 Jul 2022 · 42mIn 1998, Leif Garrett chronicled his path from idol to addict. He charmed his way to teen idol glory in the late 70's, until an accident sent him on a downward spiral into addiction, self- destruction, and ultimately redemption. Updated content.
- 16Shania Twain20 Jul 2022 · 42mShania Twain shares her journey to becoming the reigning queen of country music. From a humble beginning, she overcame tragic loss. But she shattered expectations of what a country star can be worldwide. Originally aired 1998, now with new content.
- 17Alanis Morissette20 Jul 2022 · 42mIn 1999 Alanis Morissette chronicled her journey to the top of the charts following her critically acclaimed album Jagged Little Pill. Fans embraced her unapologetic message as their own but she struggled with success & expectations. Updated Content.
- 18Boyz II Men22 Nov 2022 · 44m · ★ 6.0In 2002, Boyz II Men chronicled their journey together, a story that started out as friends singing harmonies in a high school bathroom, to dominating the R&B charts in the mid 90's.
- 19Christina Aguilera29 Nov 2022 · 41mChristina Aguilera shares her journey from Mouseketeer to trailblazing pop diva. From a humble beginning, she overcame abuse and mental health struggles. She found happiness in music and family.
- 20Hootie & the Blowfish29 Nov 2022 · 40mIn 2002, Hootie & the Blowfish chronicled their journey up the alt-rock charts after the success of their 1994 album Cracked Rear View. Battling racism and personal happiness, Hootie finally won fame and glory.
- 21Motley Crue29 Nov 2022 · 43mMotley Crue chronicles their journey to becoming the most notorious rock band. Rising from the underground metal scene, they became a stadium act. But addiction and the tabloid mill almost destroyed them. But they rose from the ashes.
- 22Gloria Estefan29 Nov 2022 · 40mGloria Estefan shares her journey from Cuban refugee to an international superstar. She found happiness in singing and a partnership that would bring traditional Cuban music to the mainstream. Originally aired in 1998, with new content.
- 23P!NK29 Nov 2022 · 37mIn this remastered 2012 episode, P!NK speaks candidly about her childhood, drugs, relationships and her wild ride to fame. Navigating through the world of pop-music, P!NK found her way to the top, breaking the mold for all pop-stars along the way.
- 24TLC29 Nov 2022 · 54mAtlanta R&B pop trio TLC chronicle their initial journey up the charts to becoming the number one selling American female group of all time. Despite their incredible success, the group's path to fame was no easy ride. With updated content.
- 25Bob Marley29 Nov 2022 · 62mIn this special edition, posthumous episode of Behind the Music (2002), those closest to Bob Marley share his journey, pioneering reggae music across the globe. He overcame hatred and hardship on his way to immortality. Contains new content.
- 26Boy George29 Nov 2022 · 54mBoy George reflects on his meteoric rise from outcast to 80s global superstar with Culture Club. A tumultuous love affair, intense fame, and addiction almost destroyed his career. But forty years on, he remains an LGBTQ+ pop icon.
- 27Remy Ma29 Nov 2022 · 50mRemy Ma shares her journey to becoming the queen of NY hip hop. Her road to fame with the Terror Squad was paved with loss. A prison sentence almost ended it all. But her comeback inspired millions. New episode.
- 28Jason Aldean29 Nov 2022 · 51mBehind the Music presents a brand new episode on country music sensation Jason Aldean. This small-town kid turned country superstar never backed down in life, changing the country music genre forever.
- 29Jennifer Lopez29 Nov 2022 · 62mJennifer Lopez reflects on key moments of her iconic career in music, film & fashion. But when questioned by critics & crushed by personal crisis, she battled self-doubt.
Details
- First aired
- 29 Jul 2021
- Last aired
- 16 May 2024
- Status
- Returning Series
- Language
- English
- Network
- Paramount+
- Episodes
- 39
- Votes
- 3 on TMDB
