Hey folks! Well, from time to time I like to use this forum to list one or more current hit songs we can use to do some analysis on what it takes to write great lyrics at the level of the Nashville bar. Today, I would like to talk about Blake Shelton's release, "Came here to forget". According to Billboard, it was #2 last week, but has dropped back to #11. So, what is it about that song that got it there? It's more than just the fact Blake recorded it. First, it is based on reality. It is based in part on his recent divorce from Miranda Lambert. Second, the lyrics are very unique and catchy. Here is just 2 lines that really stuck out to me:
That first kiss was like a Colorado hit
We better keep on keepin it lit
Now, to be honest, I didn't understand what he sang the first time I heard it. The second or so time I understood what he was singing, but didn't understand it. "Colorado hit"? What's that? Then it hit me. Colorado has legalized Marijuana! And the slang for smoking it is, "Taking a hit". Clever lyrics for saying, "Your kisses get me high".
Listen to the song and see what you think.
phil g.