Miley Cyrus, “Bass Persuades,” and the Generation That Forgot How to Dance
Decoding the lyrics and meaning behind Miley Cyrus’s “Bass Persuades”: explore her commentary on smartphone obsession, lost youth culture, and the raw power of rhythm.
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What Is KATSEYE’s “Hootie Frutti”? The Lyrics, the Candy Metaphors & a Bold New Era
Confused by KATSEYE’s “Hootie Frutti”? We break down the “Tutti Frutti” candy metaphor, the Brazilian phonk sound, and the real meaning behind the lyrics.
The Poetry of Doomed Bets: Why ‘Casino’ is Music’s Favorite Metaphor for Heartbreak
Search “casino” on Spotify and you won’t find just one track. You will find dozens spanning country, alternative rock, rap, and blues by artists who have never met. Tucker Wetmore uses the word to confess…
Behind KATSEYE’s ‘Animal’: The Thrill of Unlocking Someone’s Secret Side
An analysis of KATSEYE’s “Animal” lyrics and video meaning, exploring the psychological high of seeing someone’s secret, untamed side.
Before the Drop: The Rise, Ruin, and Explosive Death of Early 2000s Dubstep
Trace the chaotic history of dubstep, from the early 2000s London underground sub-bass to Skrillex, Borgore, and the explosive rise of stadium-filling EDM.
“This Machine is Killing Us”: Saving Phoebe Bridgers’ Lost Boys from the Automated Internet
Explore the true, heartbreaking meaning of Phoebe Bridgers’ Lost Boys lyrics—and why the automated internet completely missed the point of her new track.