Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Amanda London

Harlem Shake

Baauer

“Harlem Shake” by Baauer

There isn’t much behind the meaning to this Baauer’s “Harlem Shake”. As its name implies it is a dance number, thus being dedicated to inspiring listeners to boogie. And it is that idea, ‘shaking’, or “do(ing)...

Born This Way

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” Lyrics Meaning

Let’s be frank. Fundamentally speaking, Christianity and homosexuality do not agree. According to Biblical statutes dating back to the days of old, men having romantic relationships with other men is something which the Law strongly disapproves...

This Is the Night

Clay Aiken

“This Is the Night” by Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken’s “This Is the Night” is a love song, in which the vocalist has resolved to make most of the evening with his significant other. His disposition, at least in part, is based on...

The Writing on the Wall

Iron Maiden

“The Writing on the Wall” by Iron Maiden

Iron Maiden’s Writing on the Wall project operates along a Biblical motif. For instance, the title itself actually comes to us via a well-known story from the Old Testament. But more specifically in terms of the modern usage...

dna

LANY

“dna” by LANY

LANY’s “dna” is premised on the vocalist asserting that he is not afraid to fall in love. This is despite the fact that he has dealt with romantic disappointment in the past, in addition to...

Galaxies

Owl City

Owl City’s “Galaxies” Lyrics Meaning

Owl City’s “Galaxies” may be a bit confusing to some listeners. The verses are artistically based on an actual historical event, while the choruses are more theological. And in terms of said event, that would be...

Breezeblocks

Alt-J

Alt-J’s “Breezeblocks” Lyrics Meaning

“Breezeblocks” is highly-metaphorical, thus compelling us to rely more on the artist’s explanation of it as opposed to the lyrics in ascertaining its meaning. But there are two ideas that can be definitively gleaned solely...