Tag Archives: Music about Death

“Love Is Stronger Than Death” by The The

The song touches on the nuances of death and its meanings

“Love Is Stronger Than Death” by English post-punk band The The is an emotional song about the many facets of death and how we can understand them. Singer/songwriter Matt Johnson begins the song by repeating the word “love” six times. … Continue reading

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“Airplanes” by Local Natives

The song is dedicated to one band member's grandfather

“Airplanes” by indie rock band Local Natives describes one band member’s feelings regarding his grandfather who died when the musician was a young boy. A bit of research reveals that the song is about keyboardist Kelcey Ayer’s grandfather. The lyrics … Continue reading

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“The Plains/Bitter Dancer” by Fleet Foxes

The mellifluous song contemplates mortality

“The Plains/Bitter Dancer” by Fleet Foxes is a beautifully composed song, consisting of an instrumental intro and a lyrical second half. It’s about mortality and how death is a natural part of life. The first stanza touches on the aspect … Continue reading

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“Little Talks” by Of Monsters and Men

The song can be interpreted in many different ways

“Little Talks” by Icelandic indie band Of Monsters and Men was released in 2011 and was their debut single. It’s a song about love and loss, and the memories that love can create. And like all great works of art, … Continue reading

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Death A Growing Topic In Pop Music

Songs about death and dying have become less taboo, especially with young rappers

Pop music, particularly new rap from the past year, has latched onto death. It is now an in-vogue topic to discuss. A song about suicide, Logic’s “1-800-273-8255” (named for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline), was even nominated for Song of … Continue reading

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“(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” Performed by Blue Oyster Cult

BOC examines the death of a loved one

Blue Oyster Cult, often known as BOC, released “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” in 1976. The members had formed the band in 1967, but their most successful years were between 1975 and 1981. “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” enjoyed great popularity upon … Continue reading

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