Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: SMF

Jesus Walks

Kanye West

Kanye West’s “Jesus Walks” Lyrics Meaning

In this day and age (circa 2020), Kanye West is being perceived more and more as a gospel artist. And in reality him fully embracing this particular genre is indeed new. But that does not negate the...

Burn It Down

Linkin Park

“Burn It Down” by Linkin Park

The lyrics of Linkin Park’s “Burn It Down” of course utilize some very-powerful metaphors. And according to Mike Shinoda they are, to some degree, open to the interpretation of the listener. But at the same time, amidst...

Wicked Game

Chris Isaak

“Wicked Game” by Chris Isaak

Chris Isaak’s “Wicked Game” may read as if the narrator is simply reflecting on a lost love. Putting this statement differently, the singer is addressing a romantic interest. And basically he is lamenting the dissolution of...

New Divide

Linkin Park

“New Divide” by Linkin Park

One important aspect of this song which should be noted from the onset is that it was written specifically for a “Transformers” movie, with Transformers being a science-fiction, action-cartoon franchise. And that would explain some of the colorful, vivid...

What I've Done

Linkin Park

Linkin Park’s “What I’ve Done” Lyrics Meaning

Linkin Park’s “What I’ve Done” operates on a number of different levels, especially considering the historical depth displayed on the music video. But its main narrative is actually pretty simple. The lyrics are narrated from...

Numb

Linkin Park

Linkin Park’s “Numb” Lyrics Meaning

Linkin Park’s “Numb” is a song that is being relayed from the perspective of someone who would logically be a child (i.e. teenager) still living under his or her parents. Indeed the lyrics are focused...

It Might Be Time

Tame Impala

“It Might Be Time” by Tame Impala

“It Might Be Titme” is about self-esteem issues one may face, specifically from you can say someone in the position of Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, i.e. a celebrity musician. And whereas it may read as...

In the End

Linkin Park

Linkin Park’s “In the End” Lyrics Meaning

Linkin Park’s “In The End” is very-philosophical in its approach. And there are two popular schools of thought concerning its meaning. One is that it is based on the main vocalist, Chester Bennington’s childhood. More specifically it...