The song “the grudge” by Olivia Rodrigo is on her second studio album, GUTS, released in 2023. It hit over 300 million streams and is in her top 20 of most streamed songs. The melody in this song is melancholic, while the lyrics express emotional turmoil and betrayal. “I have nightmares each week bout that […]
At times, we might doubt our worthiness of love, which can cause us to withdraw from those who genuinely care. The song “Angels Like You” by Miley Cyrus is a powerful song fueled by the frustration of being trapped within competing truths of self-destruction and desire for affection. The song, released in 2021, was part […]
On May 22nd 2017, singer and actress Ariana Grande was on her Dangerous Woman World Tour, performing in the city of Manchester. With 14,200 fans in attendance, a terrorist bombing took place, leading to 22 deaths and over 1000 individuals injured. At just 23 years old, Grande was faced with an unfathomable tragedy which significantly […]
Released in 1979 by Joy Division, She’s Lost Control draws from the tragic true story of a young woman with epilepsy who died during a seizure, someone lead singer Ian Curtis had once worked with. The haunting lyrics take on an even deeper resonance considering Curtis himself was later diagnosed with the same condition. Set […]
James Arthur’s song “ADHD” explores the reality of relationship difficulties for someone living with ADHD. He explores the dichotomy between wanting to be loved and the fear of burdening a partner with their mental health struggles. In an interview, James mentions that his battle with ADHD is something that many people do not understand, but […]
The song “Hurt” was originally written and released by Trent Reznor and Nine Inch Nails in 1994. However, the depth of its meaning and popularity was later emphasized in a rendition by Johnny Cash. Recorded near the end of his life Cash’s gentle and melancholic interpretation of the rock song was released in 2002. Upon […]
It's widely acknowledged that childhood traumas can profoundly influence various aspects of our adult lives. While we commonly recognize the most overt forms of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), such as physical or sexual abuse, other forms of trauma, like emotional neglect, often receive less attention. Although these subtler ACEs may not be as immediately apparent, […]
[trigger warning: mentions of suicide] “Jeremy” is a song written by the band Pearl Jam’s lead singer Eddie Vedder and featured on the band's debut album Ten. The song takes inspiration from a newspaper article about a 15 year old boy named Jeremy Wade Delle who Richardson, Texas who took his own life in front […]
"Mr. Brownstone" is a song written by Guns N' Roses guitarists Izzy Stradlin and Slash and featured on the band's debut album Appetite for Destruction. The song talks about the band's shared struggle with addiction to heroin and how it affected them. The term "brownstone" is common slang for heroin, and the song describes how […]
In the world of indie music, Mitski stands as a beacon of raw emotion and vulnerability. Known for her deeply introspective lyrics and unique sonic explorations, Mitski has captivated audiences with her artistry. The song "I Will", featured on her third album "Bury Me at Makeout Creek", resonates profoundly with its theme of mental health, […]