Author: Amanda London

K-pop / Stray Kids

October 20, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 20, 2020

“God’s Menu” by Stray Kids

‘God’s Menu’ is a visceral piece that enshrines the unique identity of Stray Kids. It showcases the immense talents of the boyband with slick dance moves, diverse locations, and catchy beats. The video for...

BTS / K-pop

October 20, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 20, 2020 · Last modified November 17, 2021

“Love Maze” by BTS

‘Love Maze’ is a lovely piece about friendship, camaraderie, and having a good time. The music video shows the various BTS members chilling in a house. They can be seen doing different things that...

K-pop / TWICE

October 20, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 20, 2020

“FANCY” by TWICE

‘Fancy’ is an adorable and groovy song about a girl’s desire for a guy. The music video is a cute combination of interesting visuals coupled with cute dance moves. The music is audibly pleasing...

The Killers

October 19, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 19, 2020

“Jenny Was a Friend of Mine” by The Killers

The Killers had their inspiration to write “Jenny Was a Friend of Mine” from the 1986 killing of Jennifer Levin by her boyfriend, Robert Chambers. Chambers was charged with manslaughter and was given 15 years...

Don Toliver / Gunna / Internet Money / Nav

October 19, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 19, 2020 · Last modified October 20, 2020

“Lemonade” by Internet Money (ft. Don Toliver, Gunna & NAV)

On “Lemonade” Internet Money raps about the kind of lifestyle they are exposed to on the merit of their success. They brag about their money, expensive possessions, parties and drug use while reflecting on how far...

Salem Ilese

October 19, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 19, 2020 · Last modified October 20, 2020

“Mad at Disney” by Salem Ilese

On “Mad at Disney”, Salem Ilese takes a swipe at Disney for their propagated love stories which always end with a ‘happily ever after’. The writer suggests that she believed in their ideals of true love,...

Corpse / Savage Ga$p

October 19, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 19, 2020 · Last modified October 20, 2020

“E-GIRLS ARE RUINING MY LIFE!” by Corpse (ft. Savage GA$p)

The title for this track depicts that the singer is being played by E-girls or possibly a particular one. An E-girl, characterized by colored hair and makeup spends a lot of time online, and...

Benny Blanco / Justin Bieber

October 19, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 19, 2020

“Lonely” by Justin Bieber and Benny Blanco

In “Lonely”, Justin Bieber reflects on his life as a famous superstar, identifying the challenges he faced especially as a result of gaining fame at a tender age. The singer expresses how his rise...

Kanye West

October 19, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 19, 2020 · Last modified October 21, 2020

“Nah Nah Nah” by Kanye West

This track begins with the chorus which talks about Kanye’s presidential bid and legal battles. In the first line, Kanye stresses that he had never been joking with his desire to run for the 2020 United...

The Boomtown Rats

October 19, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 19, 2020

“I Don’t Like Mondays” by The Boomtown Rats

The Boomtown Rats’ “I Don’t Like Mondays” was inspired by the 1979 Cleveland Elementary School shooting incident. On Monday, January 29, Brenda Ann Spencer, a 16-year old girl, went to the premises of the...