Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Amanda London

New Normal

Khalid

“New Normal” by Khalid

The phrase “new normal” is likely one you’ve heard before. It is believed that the phrase originated as a term to describe post-WWI America. Ever since then, it has been used most notably to encapsulate...

Motion

Luke Hemmings

“Motion” by Luke Hemmings

The lyrics of Luke Hemmings’ “Motion” are highly metaphorical, so before jumping in it would be best to quote Luke Hemmings’ own explanation. And as explained, “this song is about having a sense of distrust with...

"Tupelo Blues"

John Lee Hooker

“Tupelo Blues” by John Lee Hooker

Although some analysts timestamp the events upon which “Tupelo Blues” is based as having transpired in the late-1930s, it would appear that what John Lee Hooker is actually singing about an occurrence from about a decade...

It's Goin' Down

Yung Joc

“It’s Goin’ Down” by Yung Joc

Ah, the rappers of yesteryear. Like any other genre hip-hop has its transient stars, those who at one point appear like they’ll be around forever yet slowly but surely descend into musical obscurity. However, as implied,...

Kick, Push

Lupe Fiasco

“Kick, Push” by Lupe Fiasco

Taking songs like this into consideration, Lupe Fiasco is someone whom we can define as an alternative rap artist, even though such a designation may not really be part of standard industry-related lexicon.  And...