Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

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Dr Wu

Steely Dan

“Doctor Wu” by Steely Dan

There seems to be an ongoing debate as to whether the “Doctor Wu” mentioned in this song is a real person. Yes, there is an actual Dr. Wu who has been known to treat celebrity drug addicts. But...

Steely Dan

Steely Dan

Meaning of “Black Friday” by Steely Dan

“Black Friday” is a song recorded by the American rock band Steely Dan. The track’s lyrics were inspired by the 1869 American financial crisis dubbed Black Friday. The crisis in question financially crippled many...

Rickie Lee Jones

Daryl Braithwaite / Rickie Lee Jones

“The Horses” by Rickie Lee Jones

“The Horses” is a song written by American musician and songwriter Rickie Lee Jones for her adorable daughter named Charlotte Rose. In the lyrics, Jones assures Charlotte that come what may she’ll never stop...

Steely Dan

Meaning of “Haitian Divorce” by Steely Dan

“Haitian Divorce” is a song performed by the American rock band Steely Dan. The lyrics of the song tell the story of a married woman who travels all by herself to Haiti  in order...