Songs Over-Analyzed

Where we examine the lyrics of popular, beloved songs and over-analyze the living sh*t out of them, for your pleasure.

Christmas Songs Over-Analyzed: “The Twelve Days of Christmas”

There are very few things I do well in this world. Over-Analyzing the lyrics of classic Christmas songs is not one of them, but I try.

Christmas Songs Over-Analyzed: Wham! “Last Christmas”

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

It’s that time again. The holiday season is upon us, and it’s time for me to over-analyze another song. So it’s two times then. Holiday and song time. Nevermind.

Over-Analyzing Bon Jovi’s “Livin on a Prayer”

by Jason Gross @SockofFleagulls

Time now to ferociously and unnecessarily over-analyze the lyrics to another beloved popular song.

Christmas Songs Over-Analyzed: “Baby It’s Cold Outside”

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

If you’re easily offended, maybe don’t read this post.

PSY – Gangnam Style Lyrics Translated (and Over-Analyzed)

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Over the last few weeks, Korean rapper Psy has traversed the U.S., making appearances on the Today show, MTV’s VMAs, Ellen (with Britney Spears), Saturday Night Live, and even doing an impromptu dance at his seat at an L.A. Dodgers game (if anyone has audio of Vin Scully’s reaction, please forward to me). He’s back […]

Over-Analyzing DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince’s “Summertime”

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Some songs are timeless. Other songs may not quite stand the test of time as well, but they still have that magical ability to instantly take you back to a moment or time frame of your life. DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince’s “Summertime” fits into both of these categories. Released in May […]