Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Tagged: James Blake

Solo

Frank Ocean

Meaning of “Solo” by Frank Ocean

To begin with, the title of this Frank Ocean track carries a dual meaning. On one hand, “solo” represents the state of being by oneself. On the other, it can be interpreted as “so...

"Asking to Break"

James Blake

“Asking to Break” by James Blake

The lyrics of James Blake’s “Asking to Break” are terse to the extent that they may be considered open to interpretation. Ultimately, it seems the thesis sentiment revolves around James observing that “true love lets...

Famous Last Words

James Blake

“Famous Last Words” by James Blake

In “Famous Last Words”, the vocalist is clearly addressing someone he is close to, and it is very much possible that said addressee is a romantic interest. Possibly his ex-girlfriend. But either way, it is...

Say What You Will

James Blake

“Say What You Will” by James Blake

The verses of James Blake’s “Say What You Will”, which are highly metaphor-dependent, can be difficult to understand, in terms of trying to piece together what this track is actually about. But in that regard,...

Come Back by Mustafa & James Blake

James Blake / Mustafa

“Come Back” by Mustafa & James Blake

The listener may notice that Mustafa and James Blake’s “Come Back” is very-poetic lyrically. But ultimately, the metaphors used throughout point to the idea of the vocalist missing a departed friend. More specifically, that individual would...

Mulholland

James Blake

“Mulholland” by James Blake

James Blake’s “Mulholland” uses relatively-few words. However, it is being hailed as a classic example of Blake’s complexity as an artist. As such, analysts have noted that the line which dominates the song, “they are just...