“Children of a Lesser God” is a song from Tropic of Cancer’s new album Restless Idylls. This album touches upon themes of helplessness, romance, and wrestling with one’s…
The lyrics suggest being in the difficult place of watching a loved one in a cycle of addiction and not knowing how to help. By:…
The lyrics evoke someone dealing with depression but finding themselves “erased” by the medication. The lines: “I’m trying, but I’ve gone through the glass again, just…
Leonard Cohen’s life long struggle with depression permeates into many of his songs and poems—Avalanche is but one instance of the artist meditating on such…
Music By: The National The National’s music can be interpreted in many ways. In this particular song, they capture feelings of pain and emotional discomfort—resonating…
Music by Bloody Valentine. Singer Bilinda Butcher expresses and confronts the abuse she faced in childhood.
Music by Sufjan Stevens. The album cover is a reference to the work of schizophrenic artist, Royal Robertson. The album’s thematic and formal content reflects…
David Bowie’s struggle with drug addiction was no secret. This song is another instance of the use of creative expression to overcome one’s personal conflicts,…
