Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Amanda London

Hoax by Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift

“Hoax” by Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift in “Hoax” speaks about a doomed relationship which drove her into a period of brokenness and pain. Although she is aware of the danger of staying with this person, she seems unable...

Another World by Gojira

Gojira

“Another World” by Gojira

Gojira’s “Another World” depicts the predicted end of civilization while suggesting that the only way to survive is to live in a new world. The singer makes mention of the ‘evils’ of the Earth...

Be Free by J. Cole

J. Cole

“Be Free” by J. Cole

“Be Free” expresses the pain felt by J. Cole as he loses another young black man to police brutality. He expresses the shock and disappointment he feels waking up to the news of police...

Dance by Toni Braxton

Toni Braxton

“Dance” by Toni Braxton

In “Dance”, Toni Braxton convinces herself that she can get over her ex by simply dancing. Supposing that dancing is an activity she enjoys doing, she plans to focus on the joy it brings to...

Ultra Black by Nas

Hit-Boy / Nas

“Ultra Black” by Nas (ft. Hit-Boy)

Going “Ultra Black” in the context of this song involves being proud of one’s blackness, while advocating for the growth, success and improvement in the lives of black people. Nas, in the first verse,...

Mirrorball by Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift

“Mirrorball” by Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift uses “Mirrorball” to portray herself as a mirror ball, a mirror-like object which is often hung atop a dance floor at discos to reflect light and create a mood of excitement. Like...

Mad Woman by Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift

“Mad Woman” by Taylor Swift

In “Mad Woman”, the singer tells the story of a hysterical woman who intends to fight back her critics and adversaries despite being perceived as crazy. Her use of ‘mad’ in the context of this...