Author: Jessica Shelton

Nina Simone

May 15, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 15, 2019

Meaning of “Mississippi Goddam” by Nina Simone

Striped down to its basic definition, Nina Simone’s “Mississippi Goddam” is a protest song. It was written during the height of the Civil Rights Movement in America. It originated from Nina’s frustration due to...

Passenger

May 15, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 15, 2019

“Rosie” by Passenger

In the song, the writer (Passenger) tells “Rosie” who could possibly be a young daughter or as seen in the official video of the song, his pet, not to be afraid or worried about...

Zayn

May 15, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 15, 2019

“Stand Still” by Zayn

The song “Stand Still” speaks about an unstoppable love for a particular person. Zayn uses natural elements such as time, flowers, rain and rocks to depict how this love can stand any kind of...

Michael Kiwanuka

May 14, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 14, 2019 · Last modified September 12, 2021

Michael Kiwanuka’s “Cold Little Heart” Lyrics Meaning

“Cold Little Heart” captures the intrinsic emotions of a man who doubts himself. He gets so discouraged that he claims he cannot stand himself and might actually die due to the state of his...

Ciara / Kelly Rowland

May 14, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 14, 2019

“Girl Gang” by Ciara Ft. Kelly Rowland

Ciara’s “Girl Gang” centers on friendship and fun. As the title “Girl Gang” denotes, the singer talks about her group of female friends who regularly hang out with each other and stand up for each other....

Tears For Fears

May 14, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 14, 2019

Meaning of “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” by Tears for Fears

This song by the English band Tears for Fears puts forth the idea that “everybody wants to rule the world.” However, this isn’t meant in a literal sense per se. It rather serves as an...

Illenium

May 14, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 14, 2019

“Good Things Fall Apart” by Illenium Ft. Jon Bellion

This song is about a romantic relationship. To be more specific, it about a romantic union that has already passed, much to the chagrin of the narrator, Jon Bellion. Most of the track is centered...

Logic / Will Smith

May 14, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 14, 2019

“Don’t Be Afraid To Be Different” by Logic (Ft. Will Smith)

As the title suggests, Logic’s “Don’t Be Afraid To Be Different” is a song which encourages its listeners to be fearless in expressing their individuality.  The artists (Logic and Will Smith) use two different...

Logic

May 14, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 14, 2019

Logic’s “Clickbait” Lyrics Meaning

The term “Clickbait” actually refers to controversial practices media personalities use in order to increase viewership. Or put differently, such individuals will sometimes resort to insensitive and/or intrusive tactics in the name of instantaneously and dramatically...

Maggie Rogers

May 14, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 14, 2019

“Fallingwater” by Maggie Rogers

“Fallingwater” is basically a breakup song where the artist is reflecting on what exactly went wrong in her relationship. The unique-artistic angle utilized throughout the track is the different applications of the symbol of “water”...