Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Jessica Shelton

Sting

Sting

“Soul Cake” by Sting

Sting’s “Soul Cake” is based on an English tradition of baking soul cakes which was directly associated with Halloween. Back in those days, instead of trick-or-treating per se children (as well as the poor)...

Owl City

Owl City

“Fireflies” by Owl City

In the song “Fireflies”, Adam Young a.k.a Owl City metaphorically recounts his experience of sleeplessness. The singer reveals how several fancies run through his head whenever he finds it difficult to fall asleep. The...

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga’s “Alejandro” Lyrics Meaning

On “Alejandro”, Lady Gaga is skeptical about her attraction towards the main character, Alejandro on one hand, yet appears to resist him completely on another. The singer admits that she’s aware this Alejandro might...

Katy Perry

Katy Perry

“Unconditionally” by Katy Perry

The song “Unconditionally” is primarily about loving someone irrespective of their flaws or merits. Katy Perry assures her lover of her willingness to accept him for who he truly is. Katy begins by questioning...

Elton John

Elton John

“Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” by Elton John

“Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” is mainly centered on the narrator (Elton John), requesting for a shift from all the fame, glitz and glamour associated with his career. He wants to move from this to...

Madness

Madness

“Our House” by Madness

This song is based on the family life of the singer. The lyrics are apparently derived from his recollections as a child, and the addressee reads as if it may be one of his...