The Inspiration Behind the “Jealous” by Nick Jonas
From the mid-to-late 2000s, The Jonas Brothers ruled the hearts of millions of teenage girls all around the world. But just as is the case with many boy bands, such as NSYNC and The Backstreet Boys, the brothers grew up and split to do their own projects. While many solo... Read More
What does Big Sean, Drake and Kanye West View as “Blessings”?
“Blessings” is Big Sean’s most recent single and features verses from Drake and Kanye West. Considering the song features three of the biggest Stars in popular rap right now, the track is appropriately titled. Lyrically, the song humbly focuses on the blessings the three artists have found in their careers and the... Read More
MAGIC! Song “Let Your Hair Down” Promotes Natural Beauty
The MAGIC! song Let Your Hair Down is a carefree pop-rock song infused with a bit of reggae flair. The song is an appreciation for relaxing and taking it easy, as well as an ode to women. The lyrics offer the listener a relaxed tone, urging women to do just... Read More
Blank Space has a bit More Meaning than Taylor Swift’s Usual Songs
Even if you don’t listen to her, you can’t escape from Taylor Swift. Unless you literally never leave your house, you’ve probably heard her latest song, “Blank Space“. Even if you don’t pay attention to the lyrics, you should realize that this single seems to have a bit more meaning... Read More
A Music Interpretation of FourFiveSeconds by Rihanna, Kanye West & Paul McCartney
Released at the beginning of 2015, FourFiveSeconds is a collaboration between the world-known singer Rihanna, controversial rapper Kanye West and legendary singer-songwriter Paul McCartney. With its launch date set in January, the song was a fresh and unexpected track that I personally hope will dictate this year’s trend of mainstream releases.... Read More
OneRepublic – Counting Stars Dissected, Analyzed and Explained
Counting Stars is one of the most popular songs by OneRepublic that reached the top of the charts worldwide. Soon after its release in June 2013, the single reached number 1 position on the charts in the UK and Canada, and well, that catchy tune didn’t leave our heads two... Read More
The Interpretation: Let Her Go by Passenger
Passenger has indeed created another soulful piece in addition to its list of powerful renditions. “Let Her” music started with a keyboard instrumental which I found to be a little upbeat for a song so dramatic. Little did I know that this song would touch me with its playful melody yet with... Read More
Imagine Dragons “Radioactive” is a Song of Empowerment
Imagine Dragons “Radioactive” is a song of empowerment, very anthem-like in both how it sounds and its lyrical content. Dan Reynolds, who penned this song, explained its meaning: (Radioactive) is basically a song about my struggle with anxiety and depression. Reynolds continues, It’s about becoming self-empowered and rising above that. I wanted... Read More
Want to Know a Fun Fact About “Riptide” by Vance Joy?
Riptide by Vance Joy is one of the current (pun not intended) high-charting hits, and another example of indie music hitting the mainstream. Lyrically, the song seems to be about a love story from the point of view of a boy just discovering what love is. He’s scared of dentists... Read More
The story behind the “swinging” from Sia’s “Chandelier”
While listening to a song for the first time, most of us don’t bother even to try to interpret the lyrics. But when you stop and hear what the Australian singer Sia is expressing in Chandelier, you can’t help but simply be amazed that this is something way beyond “just another... Read More