Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Amanda London

Lost Track

HAIM

“Lost Track” by HAIM 

The singer never specifies the nature of her relationship with the addressee of “Lost Track”. But the chorus especially implies that said individual would be her ex. And with that in mind, what she has...

Finally Moving

Pretty Lights

“Finally Moving” by Pretty Lights

The lyrics of “Finally Moving” center on “a good feeling” the vocalist is experiencing, the types of which she “never, never, never, never had before”. This song is akin to a dance song, with the vocals...

I Got a Girl

Tripping Daisy

“I Got a Girl” by Tripping Daisy

There are two primary sentiments being expressed in “I Got a Girl”. The verses are dedicated to delineating the different characteristics that the addressee’s girlfriend possesses which causes  him to adore her so much. So with...

Holding Back

Banks

“Holding Back” by BANKS

Concerning the titular metaphor or allegory or however one may choose to classify it, honestly it’s not abundantly clear what it’s supposed to mean as utilized within the context of this narrative. But apparently what’s...

Dante's Prayer

Loreena McKennitt

“Dante’s Prayer” by Loreena McKennitt 

The inspiration behind “Dante’s Prayer”, as implied by its title, came from a legendary piece of Italian literature known as the Divine Comedy. This is a 14th century, Christian-inspired poem that has lent to so many...