Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Amanda London

Wasted Times by The Weeknd

The Weeknd

“Wasted Times” by The Weeknd

On “Wasted Times”, the singer (The Weeknd) is addressing his ex-girlfriend. Yes, they had a tumultuous relationship. But even now after going their separate ways, he can’t get over her. Thus the title points to his conclusion...

Make Me Like You by Gwen Stefani

Gwen Stefani

“Make Me Like You” by Gwen Stefani

In terms of the historical background of “Make Me Like You”, Gwen Stefani dropped it post-divorce. That’s why she admits in the lyrics that she’s “broken”. But at the same time, she lets it be known that...

Forever and Always by Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift

“Forever & Always” by Taylor Swift

“Forever & Always” is another of Taylor Swift’s songs which is based on her actual romantic life, a track she felt was important enough to fight for its release. And once again the ex in this...

Dear John by Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift

“Dear John” by Taylor Swift

These days female pop singers ain’t no joke. If they feel that you have messed around with their hearts and you too happen to be famous, there’s a good chance you’ll be shamed for years...

Tyler Herro by Jack Harlow

Jack Harlow

“Tyler Herro” by Jack Harlow

This track is named after Tyler Herro, a shooting guard for the NBA’s Miami Heat. Jack Harlow gives him a shoutout in the second verse as well as features the titular athlete on the song’s music video. Apparently...

Forever After All by Luke Combs

Luke Combs

“Forever After All” by Luke Combs

As you have probably already deduced from the title, “Forever After All” is a love song.  And the way Luke Combs goes about setting the stage concerning his feelings for his significant other is...

HOME; RUN by SEVENTEEN

K-pop / SEVENTEEN

“HOME; RUN” by SEVENTEEN

As indicated by the title (“HOME; RUN”), this particular track was inspired by the game of baseball. Accordingly it is filled with a bunch of metaphors relating to the sport. But what these allegories actually point...