Take, for example, the song Seven Nation Army by The White Stripes. A rock classic...
The song was written and produced by Jack White, who wrote the track as a little experiment; a compelling song that did not include a chorus. The seven-note riff that is central to the song is most distinctive.
The song's title originated from the writer's mispronunciation of the name of The Salvation Army as a child. White was the seventh son of devout Catholics, and at one time was considering entering the priesthood; he actually got accepted, however didn't go as he worked out that he couldn’t take his guitar to the Wisconsin seminary... "I had just gotten a new amplifier in my bedroom, and I didn't think I was allowed to take it with me," he said in an interview.
The song title was used by White as a placeholder for the track before its lyrics were written; the name ultimately stuck. It became the band's signature song, soon reaching number one in the charts when released as a single. The song has gone on to become a sports and protest anthem.
