While many artists are known for writing their own music, some have also been responsible for some of the biggest hits in other stars’ careers.
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“Same Old Love” – Selena Gomez
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“Ain’t Your Mama” – Jennifer Lopez
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“I Miss You” – Beyoncé
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“We Found Love” – Rihanna
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“Pretty Hurts” – Beyoncé
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“Till the World Ends” – Britney Spears
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“Irreplaceable” – Beyoncé
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“Party in the USA” – Miley Cyrus
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“Little Things” – One Direction
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“Forget You” – Cee Lo Green
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“I Will Always Love You” – Whitney Houston
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“I Heard it Through the Grapevine” – Marvin Gaye
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“…Baby One More Time” – Britney Spears
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“Material Girl” – Madonna
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“My Heart Will Go On” – Celine Dion
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“My Way” – Frank Sinatra
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“Don’t Cha” – The Pussycat Dolls
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“Get the Party Started” – Pink
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