Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Amanda London

Jealous Guy by Roxy Music

Roxy Music

“Jealous Guy” by Roxy Music

As this track’s title implies, the narrator admits that his jealousy is causing more harm to the relationship and to his lover. In the beginning, the singer predicts that the reason for his unruly...

Japanese Boy by Aneka

Aneka

“Japanese Boy” by Aneka

Aneka talks about a love interest who she refers to as a “Japanese Boy”. As she reveals in the song, this person has broken up with her without any courtesy. The first verse details...

Tainted Love by Soft Cell

Soft Cell

“Tainted Love” by Soft Cell

“Tainted Love” talks about a no-longer existing love. The narrator speaks about he has to let go of the love he feels for a person because it brings him so much pain. According to...

Courage to Change by Sia

Sia

“Courage to Change” by Sia

Sia begins “Courage to Change” by letting her audience know that she can relate to everyone’s pain point, which is to embrace change and become better. She then goes on to address how she...

Woman by John Lennon

John Lennon

“Woman” by John Lennon

The musician (John Lennon) portrays the love and admiration he has for his partner with this tune (“Woman”). The singer metaphorically defines “Woman” in his intro. The first stanza of the song is centered...