Author: Jessica Shelton

R.E.M.

May 23, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 23, 2019

R.E.M.’s “Man On The Moon” Lyrics Meaning

For the most part R.E.M.’s “Man On The Moon” serves as a tribute to the late musician Andy Kaufman (1949-1984), though in varying capacities. For instance, Mr. Kaufman had an affinity for professional wrestling and...

Radiohead

May 23, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 23, 2019

Meaning of “Karma Police” by Radiohead

“Karma Police” by Radiohead is somewhat of a sarcastic song which is meant to be an attack against authority but also a shoutout to the concept of karma itself in that ultimately the oppressive...

Megan Thee Stallion

May 23, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 23, 2019

“Simon Says” by Megan Thee Stallion Ft. Juicy J

“Simon Says” is fundamentally a song about romantic intimacy. And the artists portray roles where they are more or less trying to exploit each other. Juicy J is a character who is out to score some...

Rihanna

May 22, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 22, 2019

Meaning of “Man Down” by Rihanna

In “Man Down”, Rihanna narrates the murder of a man she had been with. Provoked by what seems to be an abusive behavior, she picks up a gun and shoots him dead in the...

Chance the Rapper / Murda Beatz / TisaKorean

May 22, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 22, 2019

“Groceries” by Chance The Rapper (Ft. Murda Beatz & TisaKorean)

This is a lighthearted track in which the rappers (Chance and TisaKorean) basically rhyme about chilling. And in that regard Chance may be using the titular term “groceries” within the chorus to be synonymous with...

Justin Bieber

May 22, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 22, 2019

“Boyfriend” by Justin Bieber

This track basically takes the form of a love proposal. Bieber tells a potential girlfriend all he could offer if she accepts him as her boyfriend.In as much as he’s in love and wishes...

Big Sean / Justin Bieber

May 22, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 22, 2019 · Last modified April 27, 2023

“As Long As You Love Me” by Justin Bieber (ft. Big Sean)

Justin Bieber is basically encouraging his lover in this song that they will overcome every challenge that comes their way as long as they stick together. The singer reassures his partner that he’ll be...

Murray Head

May 21, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 21, 2019

“One Night In Bangkok” by Murray Head

This song was actually written for a musical entitled “Chess”. And in this track, singer/actor Murray Head takes on the role of one of the main characters in the musical, who is a chess grandmaster...

Kate Bush / Peter Gabriel

May 21, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 21, 2019

Meaning of “Don’t Give Up” by Peter Gabriel (ft. Kate Bush)

The premise of this song is the harsh economic conditions which were present in Peter Gabriel’s homeland, the United Kingdom, during the era this song was penned. Succinctly put, Peter plays the role of a...

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

May 20, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 20, 2019 · Last modified May 21, 2019

“Wing$” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

Succinctly put, this is a song which criticizes consumerism in America through an analysis of sneaker culture. Sneaker culture is a term used to describe a lifestyle in which sneakers, as in footwear, are a defining factor in...