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I'm Clifford Stumme, and I use literary analysis and research to explain the deeper meanings of pop songs. Feel free to leave a comment or to email me at clifford@popsongprofessor.com with questions or ideas!

Podcast S1 E23: Finishing up Twenty One Pilots' Vessel with an Explanation of "Truce"

Podcast S1 E23: Finishing up Twenty One Pilots' Vessel with an Explanation of "Truce"

Pop Song Professor Clifford Stumme and his wife April (with the help of Samantha via email!) explain the last song in their series on Twenty One Pilots's Vessel album.

What does "I Feel It Coming" by The Weeknd means?

What does "I Feel It Coming" by The Weeknd means?

What does "On Hold" by The xx mean?

What does "On Hold" by The xx mean?