Tagged: Childish Gambino

3005

“3005” by Childish Gambino

The easiest way of describing the song “3005” is as it being a love song, Childish Gambino style. That is to say the sentiment being expressed in this piece, one of eternal devotion, is far...

Sober

“Sober” by Childish Gambino

On “Sober”, Childish Gambino is addressing his ex. And the implication is that they may have parted ways quite recently, as his emotional wounds are still very fresh. That is to say that the title of...

Bonfire

“Bonfire” by Childish Gambino

“Bonfire” was actually the first official single Childish Gambino ever dropped. Prior to that he (i.e. Donald Glover) was known primarily as a comedian. And accordingly there is definitely a humorous element to this tune. Actually this...

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“19.10” by Childish Gambino

It has been put forth that Childish Gambino’s “19.10” actually centers on the reality of being Black and what that entails in terms of interacting with the dominant society. And yes, that is definitely one way in...

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“24.19” by Childish Gambino

Childish Gambino’s “24.19” is absolutely a love song. But being that this is Gambino we’re dealing with here, he’s not going to let the listener off the hook without putting them through some mental exercises...

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“Algorhythm” by Childish Gambino

The lyrics of “Algorhythm” are very-complex. And although they are not necessarily presented in a linear manner, they do seem to be focused on one central theme. And that theme would be a negative critique of...