Glen Ballard Archives - Song Meanings and Facts

January 19, 2023

“Lights Out” by Lisa Marie Presley

It has been confirmed that “Lights Out” is in fact about Lisa Marie Presley’s famous family. She was born in Memphis, the city which was/is the well-known base of Elvis Presley. That would in large part explain why...

Alanis Morissette

March 26, 2022

“You Ougtha Know” by Alanis Morissette

“You Ougtha Know” is yet another song centered on a vocalist being caught up in her post-breakup feelings, while her ex has a new lover and seems to be having the time of his...

Alanis Morissette

March 4, 2022

Alanis Morissette’s “Mary Jane” Lyrics Meaning

Mary Jane is a term which, in musical circles (and as popularized by the late Rick James) serves as a euphemism for weed. However, prior to that, it was in fact recognized as a conventional...

Wilson Phillips

December 3, 2019

“The Dream Is Still Alive” by Wilson Phillips

Wilson Phillips’ “The Dream Is Still Alive” seems to be based on two different storylines. During the earlier parts of the track, the singer is speaking to a singular addressee. And it can be...

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“Lights Out” by Lisa Marie Presley

“You Ougtha Know” by Alanis Morissette

Alanis Morissette’s “Mary Jane” Lyrics Meaning

“The Dream Is Still Alive” by Wilson Phillips

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