“One Day” by legendary reggae singer Matisyahu is an optimistic and upbeat song that speaks about hope for a future without war. A future where children will be able…
Julien Baker is an American singer-songwriter who never fails to portray raw emotion in her music. Her songs eloquently articulate her personal experiences with mental illness and substance abuse. The song “Hurt…
“Tie a Knot” is a song by folk artist John Wolford, who lost his cousin in a domestic violence homicide. The lyrics remind those in similar…
The lyrics in the song “The Drugs” by Mother Mother describe the extensive impact that addiction can have on an individual and the cumulative toll that drug-dependency can have…
“The Crying Game” by Nicki Minaj is s song about the unhealthy relationship she had with her former long-term boyfriend. The lyrics reflect the pain…
“Anziety” by Logic featuring Lucy Rose captures the feelings and emotions those with anxiety deal with daily. Logic wrote this song after his constant battle…
“Christmas Card from a Hooker in Minneapolis” is one of Tom Waits’ most iconic songs. In the first half of the song, the hooker presents…
Trophy by Anonymous are lyrics written about struggling with depression and loss. The author emphasizes the frustration of wanting these feelings to end, by comparing…
“Heavy” by Linkin Park featuring Kiiara was released in early 2017. After the suicide of the lead singer in July of this year, one can…
American singer and songwriter Solange Knowles’ song, “Cranes in the Sky” off her new album, A Seat at the Table, explores the universal themes of…
When people think of pop idols, they think of a blissful life. It is hard to imagine otherwise when these stars are beloved by many…
Earlier this year, frontman Chester Bennington of the alt-rock band Linkin Park taped a radio segment after the release of the band’s single “Heavy”. In…
“Mad World” by Jennifer Ann is a hauntingly beautiful cover of the 1982 Tears for Fears song by the same name. The lyrics describe the…
“Untitled” by artist Oscar Bernard are lyrics from a song written about his confusion around his asexual orientation. Through poetry, Bernard reveals the perplexity and…
Though written over a decade ago, the song “How to Save a Life” by The Fray is relevant even today. This song highlights the complexities…
With evocative words set to a hauntingly beautiful melody, the song “Breathe Me” by international recording artist Sia reveals the internal struggle of feeling overwhelmed:…
Artist P!nk wrote the song “Beam me up” about a close friend who lost her young child. The lyrics reflect on her friend’s grief and…
“Whatsoever I’ve feared has come to life. Whatsoever I’ve fought off became my life.” “Fell on Black days” is a song by Soundgarden with lyrics…
Rapper Eminem’s song “Beautiful” speaks about battling depression and feelings of hopelessness, while also touching on themes of resilience and perseverance. His lyrics reflect the…
What lead singer Anthony Kiedis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers originally perceived to be an overly emotional poem ended up becoming one the biggest…
