Author: Amanda London

Lil Duval / T.I.

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020

“Don’t Worry Be Happy” by Lil Duval (ft. T.I.)

As you may have already deduced from the title, this song is a remake of a classic track of the same name Bobby McFerrin dropped back in 1988. And just like its predecessor, this updated...

Machine Gun Kelly

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020 · Last modified February 10, 2021

“Lonely” by Machine Gun Kelly

Unfortunately Machine Gun Kelly’s father passed away on 5 July 2020. The event left him emotionally devastated, and one of his responses was to come out with this song.  And as its title states, the vocalist is feeling...

Lupe Fiasco

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020

“Apologetic” by Lupe Fiasco

Lupe Fiasco’s “Apologetic” is another rap song in which the primary goal of the artist, himself being a famous musician, is to boast of his lofty standing. And Lupe takes a creative approach to this otherwise...

Bia / Lil Durk

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020

“Same Hands” by BIA (ft. Lil Durk)

According to BIA, “Same Hands”, or at least its title, is premised on the idea of God being the type who ever accepts penitent sinners. But in terms of the song’s actual content matter,...

Bryson Tiller / The Weeknd

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020

“Rambo (Last Blood)” by Bryson Tiller (ft. The Weeknd)

Rambo is a famous movie character whose main characteristic is possessing the ability to destroy numerous foes. And on this track, Bryson Tiller and The Weeknd are comparing themselves to him in that they are also...

Lil Wayne / Raekwon

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020

“More to the Story” by Lil Wayne (ft. Raekwon)

This is the type of storytelling rap which Raekwon in particular is famous for. The narrative starts off being centered on a prosperous and wild drug dealer. What we can say makes him wild in particular...

Lil Wayne

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020 · Last modified May 13, 2023

“Life of Mr. Carter” by Lil Wayne

Ultimately the title of this song is meant to lead us to a handful of metaphors based on how ‘hard’ Lil Wayne is. Moreover as the title implies, this is primarily in the case of...

Jeezy / Yo Gotti

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020

“Back” by Jeezy (ft. Yo Gotti)

The title of this song is based on the assertion that the featured artists wear the ‘hoods on their backs. That’s a fancy way of saying that they keep it gangsta wherever they go and...

Vin Diesel

October 6, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 6, 2020

“Feel Like I Do” by Vin Diesel

On “Feels Like I Do”, Vin Diesel is addressing someone whom we can say he is in a whirlwind romance with. He sees this lady unexpectedly during a mundane night out at the bar and...

2 Chainz / Lil Wayne

October 5, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 5, 2020

“Siri” by Lil Wayne (ft. 2 Chainz)

In actuality the creation of this song dates back to at least 2014. That is likely why we find Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz dropping metaphors as it were their heyday. And of course behind all...