Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Amanda London

WTF Do I Know by Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus

“WTF Do I Know” by Miley Cyrus

“WTF Do I Know” is seemingly addressed to the singer’s ex, and that is the way it has generally been interpreted. But it’s also pretty obvious that there’s more going on here. That is to say that...

"Flight 19" by B.A. Robertson

B.A. Robertson

“Flight 19” by B.A. Robertson

As the title implies, this track talks about the mysterious disappearance of Flight 19 in December 1945 as they flew over the Bermuda Triangle. The singer uses vivid descriptions to narrate how the 14-member crew left Florida...

Black Lungs by Architects

Architects

“Black Lungs” by Architects

The title of this song (“Black Lungs”) is a term that is usually associated with lung cancer.  And by extension, one of the topics the lyrics deal with is in fact environmental pollution.  However it is...

Hello by Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie

“Hello” by Lionel Richie

As intimate as the lyrics of Lionel Richie’s “Hello” may sound, in terms of its sentimental origins the narrator would actually be addressing a lady he doesn’t even know. In other words, he is fantasizing about being...

Land of Make Believe by Bucks Fizz

Bucks Fizz

“Land of Make Believe” by Bucks Fizz

As its title suggests, this is a song filled with allegories. At the center is a child who is apparently being lured, chased and entertained by imaginary characters, similar to Alice in Wonderland one can say. And according...

Karma Chameleon by Culture Club

Culture Club

“Karma Chameleon” by Culture Club

As made evident by the lyrics, this song is centered on a romance the singer is in. And whereas these days Boy George is long known for being gay, “Karma Chameleon” was released before he came out...