Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: SMF

Clap Back

Iggy Azalea

“Clap Back” by Iggy Azalea

As can be deduced from the title (“Clap Back”), Iggy Azalea is adopting a confrontational attitude in this song. She is basically “clap(ping) back”, as in counterattacking, haters. And indeed her haters are many. From the chorus...

Lying

Lil T Jay / PrettyMuch

“Lying” by Prettymuch (ft. Lil Tjay)

This song is centered on Prettymuch “lying” to their ex-girlfriends. Put differently, when they are communicating with their exes, the sentiments they express to them are not genuine. For instance, Nick and Edwin may “congratulate”...

No Bad Energy

Nas

Nas’ “No Bad Energy” Lyrics Meaning

The theme the song “No Bad Energy” is based on is Nas staving off “bad energy”. That is to say in the chorus he is imploring others not to do anything which could disturb the...

Batuka

Madonna

Meaning of “Batuka” by Madonna

Madonna’s “Batuka” was influenced by a musical genre known as “Batuque”, which has its origins in Cape Verde, an island off the coast of West Africa. Cape Verde was an important part of the African...

ESMERELDA

Ben Howard

Ben Howard’s “Esmerelda” Lyrics Meaning

This song is based on singer Ben Howard’s experiences alongside the titular “Esmerelda”. The exact type of relationship he shared with her is never specified. However, since he implies that they shared a “bed” together, the...

Nica Libres At Dusk

Ben Howard

“Nica Libres at Dusk” by Ben Howard

To begin with, it should be noted that Ben Howard, one of the foremost lyricists in terms of using high-end metaphors, has stated that “Nica Libres at Dusk” is “quite an open-ended song”. This means...