Frank Farian Archives - Song Meanings and Facts

May 9, 2021

“Blame It On the Rain” by Milli Vanilli

We have pointed out in the past how “rain” has a history in song of serving as a metaphor for something bad or depressing. And this (“Blame It On the Rain”) is one of those...

Milli Vanilli

May 8, 2021

“Girl I’m Gonna Miss You” by Milli Vanilli

Ultimately, as far as thesis sentiments go, “Girl I’m Gonna Miss You” is more or less your standard heartbreak song, albeit one that is well-written and beautifully-recited. The vocalist(s) relies on a number of unique...

Boney M.

April 11, 2021

“Rasputin” by Boney M.

Ah, the European music industry. More than any other continent in the world, Europe has been at the forefront of shaping modern history. And sometimes dudes would be like ‘hey, let’s straight-up drop a song about...

Boney M.

December 13, 2019

“Ma Baker” by Boney M.

This Boney M. classic is actually based on the legend of an infamous early 20th century outlaw named Ma Barker. The writers of the song decided to name it “Ma Baker” instead because it flowed...

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“Blame It On the Rain” by Milli Vanilli

“Girl I’m Gonna Miss You” by Milli Vanilli

“Rasputin” by Boney M.

“Ma Baker” by Boney M.

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