Author: Amanda London

The Beatles

November 17, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 17, 2020

“Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles

In Here Comes the Sun, the writer welcomes a new era filled with happiness and freedom from a past dark, tough and sorrowful moment. The verse begins with the writer reminiscing on some difficult moments,...

Pharrell Williams

November 17, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 17, 2020

“Happy” by Pharrell Williams

In this soulful feel-good anthem, the writer cheers his listeners to embrace happiness in the face of problems. As shown in the chorus, the writer is in a happy state of mind and is...

Nickelback

November 17, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 17, 2020

Nickelback’s “Photograph” Lyrics Meaning

Nickleback’s “Photograph” finds the writer reminiscing on his old memories while reconciling them with how much things are different as he gets older. By looking at old photographs, the narrator is able to look...

Gary Barlow

November 16, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 16, 2020

“This Is My Time” by Gary Barlow

“This Is My Time” is a love song which takes a roundabout route in getting its point across. A logical premise would be that Gary Barlow is on the cusp of falling in love.  However,...

Black Veil Brides

November 16, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 16, 2020

“Scarlet Cross” by Black Veil Brides

Within the lyrics, the “scarlet cross” serves as a symbol of the singer’s suffering and negative perception of the outside world. But the title is also the name of a group of fictional characters which are part...

King Princess / Olivia Olson

November 16, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 16, 2020

“Monster” by King Princess & Olivia Olson

This song is derived directly from a media franchise known as Adventure Time. As such many of the lyrics are specific to two fictional characters contained therein, Marceline (the singer) and Bonnie (the addressee). So to understand the wording in depth,...

Lil Nas X

November 16, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 16, 2020

“HOLIDAY” by Lil Nas X

The best way to describe “HOLIDAY” is as Lil Nas X’s version of a braggadocious song.  Although all things considered it is supposed to be Christmas-themed, there are no direct references to that particular...

Aerosmith

November 16, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 16, 2020

“Livin’ on the Edge” by Aerosmith

The titular phrase and chorus of the song most likely alludes to living a sort of risky or dangerous lifestyle that is far from what is originally classified as morally right. The singer seems...

Creedence Clearwater Revival

November 16, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 16, 2020

“Fortunate Son” by Creedence Clearwater Revival

Fortunate Son is basically centered around the Vietnam War era and how certain rich young people were not drafted into the military due to their high-profile connections as against how poor unfortunate young men were often drafted....

Rihanna

November 16, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published November 16, 2020

“Don’t Stop the Music” by Rihanna

To begin with, Rihanna played no part in the composition of “Don’t Stop the Music”. It was written by Frankie Storm, Michael Jackson, Mikkel Storleer Eriksen, and Tor Erik Hermansen. It was subsequently released...