All Things Music, Social Justice, and Protest

Month March 2021

“The Man” Lineages

“The Man” by Taylor Swift highlights the idea of inequality amongst men in women in many aspects of daily life. Throughout the song she goes through different scenarios of how men and women’s lives differ even though it is now… Continue Reading →

“Make Me Feel” Lineage

“Make Me Feel” is a fun and infectious pop anthem that celebrates the fluidity of sexuality and is a clear statement of freedom, strength and evolution. There is undoubtedly the musical influence of Michael Jackson and Prince present in many… Continue Reading →

“I Can’t Breathe” Lineage

In my last post I analyzed H.E.R’s “I Can’t Breathe” which is a song dedicated to speaking out and against the racial inequality and police brutality going on in America currently and in the past. Given that the message is… Continue Reading →

“Female” Song Lineage

Keith Urban’s song, “Female,” tackles the intense issue of sexism — which is not something most male country singers sing about. When trying to figure out the song lineage for this song, it was certainly a challenge because Keith Urban… Continue Reading →

“Crooked Smile” Lineage

“Crooked Smile” Is a song with more than one meaning. While the lyrics deal with womens insecurities the music video shows the harsh reality of the War on Drugs. The music video came at a time when the media lacked… Continue Reading →

The Bigger Picture: Lineage

In my first listening post, I analyzed what Lil Baby is critiquing in his song, “The Bigger Picture” for this post, I’ll be exploring the musical lineage of how “The Bigger Picture” connects to songs by theme and direct reference…. Continue Reading →

Burn the House Down Lineages

“Burn the House Down” is an empowering pop song that highlights the political climate in America, abuse of power by those figures in charge, and the power of the people, especially younger generations. Through the unique and distinguished instrument choices… Continue Reading →

Promises & Pills – Lineage

Promises & Pill by SOJA ft. Alfred the MC is a song that depicts the hardships of veterans after returning from war. Some of these men have to deal with serious mental issues — like depression and suicide — and… Continue Reading →

“Hunger” Florence + The Machine

This song was released in May 2018. I feel as though in 2018 the normalization of eating disorders truly began to become a thing. It seems as if so many people were scared to admit it and ashamed of their… Continue Reading →

Hozier’s “Cherry Wine” Lineages

In Hozier’s Cherry Wine, the intense and complex issue of domestic abuse is addressed through the unique standpoint and delivery of a victim in an abusive relationship who is still emotionally connected to their abuser. Through his intimate perspective of… Continue Reading →

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