Parts of “Little Black Submarines” are, as one analysis put it, “particularly cryptic”. In other words, what is being put forth specifically in the song requires some theorizing on the behalf of the listener to ascertain. But what...
What “It Ain’t Over” is about seems pretty clear, even if relayed metaphorically. But as for the thesis sentiment, that’s a bit more challenging to ascertain. Or perhaps we can say that conclusion-wise, this song...
The speaker of The Black Keys’ “Tighten Up” appears to be extremely loyal to a partner who isn’t. It also seems as though his partner may have hurt him, yet he is willing to...
“Lonely Boy” opens with a contradictory verse. The narrator thinks it is obvious that his love interest is below his standards, yet he falls in love with her and she turns the tables by not...
The Black Keys’ “Fire Walk with Me” uses highly-symbolic verbiage from beginning to end. One common theme throughout is the presence of the titular “fire”. This is not to be taken literally but rather refers...
As you probably gathered from reading the title of this track, this is a love song. Or more accurately it is a heartbreak song, with the singer reminiscing on what went wrong and how...
