Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

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"Taro"

Alt-J

“Taro” by Alt-J

According to this song’s co-writer and Alt-J frontman Joe Newman, the entire narrative of Taro transpires within a four-second time span. And what it centers on is the last moments of one Robert Capa, who was...

Fitzpleasure

Alt-J

Alt-J’s “Fitzpleasure” Lyrics Meaning

Alt-J’s “Flitzpleasure” is based on a chapter from a book entitled “Last Exit to Brooklyn” (1964).  The particular scene which is highlighted centers on a working girl named Tralala, whose name constitutes this song’s...