Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Author: Jessica Shelton

OneRepublic

OneRepublic

“All The Right Moves” by OneRepublic

According to OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder, the writer of “All the Right Moves”, this track reflects a certain era in the life of the band. During this early period of OneRepublic’s existence they were “completely discarded...

Spice Girls

Spice Girls

Meaning of “Viva Forever” by Spice Girls

“Viva Forever” mainly captures the emotion felt after losing a loved one either through death or a broken relationship. The Spice Girls begin by reminiscing on the moments spent with this loved one. It...

Spice Girls

Spice Girls

“Wannabe” by Spice Girls

In the Spice Girls’ “Wannabe”, the narrator outlines all the qualities she expects from someone who wants to be her lover. She clearly states what she wants to see and give her potential lover...

Spice Girls

Spice Girls

“Holler” by Spice Girls

To “Holler” simply means to shout or cry loudly; and this is exactly what the singers want to hear their lover do in this song. Here, the ladies take up the domineering position in...

A-Ha

A-Ha

A-ha’s “Take On Me” Lyrics Meaning

A-ha’s “Take On Me” is based on the singer kicking it to a romantic interest, as in trying to convince her to accept him as a lover. And the title is derived from him entreating...

The Police

The Police

“Wrapped Around Your Finger” by The Police

The way this song is commonly understood – to be based on a troubled romance – seems to be a misinterpretation. What is apparent is that there is a power struggle involved, as the “spiteful”  singer (Sting)...