First off the titular word “loko” actually refers to “loco”, which in Spanish translates to crazy. As such, the chorus of this song is based on Tyga’s exclamation that his “bi*ch go loco” and is “so...
The foundation of this track is supposedly based on the artists’ childhoods and their ascent to stardom. Thus the title “Middle Child” actually refers to the fact that PnB Rock was born the third out...
This is a heart-wrenching song in which the singers play the roles of lovers in an apparently expiring romance. From Chelsea’s standpoint, Jeremy is leaving her despite her desire and expressions to the contrary. And from...
DNCE’s “Cake by the ocean” is actually a euphemism for having an intimate interaction with someone on the beach. By virtue of this, the lyrics of this song are full of sensual innuendos. However,...
As with the rest of the album it is featured on, “Fields of Verdun” is based on an actual historical event which occurred during World War I (1914-1918). In this particular case it is...
Vampire Weekend and Danielle Haim’s “Hold You Now” is a song set on a sad and somewhat awkward premise. The male narrator (Ezra Koenig) finds himself in a romantic relationship with the female narrator (Danielle...
In this track the singer is addressing his girlfriend. The dilemma is based on the fact that she does not actually want to be with him. So he is ‘holding her while she waits’. And what she is...
This is a love song directed at Monica’s significant other. In it, she is asserting that the two of them together is “all (she) needs” in this life. As such, “Me + You” for...
“Devil’s Work” is based on the rapper, Joyner Lucas, questioning God over the state of the world around him. More specifically, he asks why certain individuals he apparently deems as upright have passed away,while...
The best way to describe this song is that Iggy Azalea approaches the track a lot like a male rapper, just from a female perspective. Or put differently, “Started” is based primarily on her...