You Probably Didn’t Know What these Misunderstood Songs Are Actually About

Published on October 5, 2021
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In the Air Tonight by Phil Collins

This track by Phil Collins is said to be a dark pop hit. According to legend, it focuses on a man watching another drown without trying to save him. Collins wrote the song, invited that person to the show, and sang it to him. This is not really true, and the song actually has no story to it.

In The Air Tonight By Phil Collins

In The Air Tonight By Phil Collins

American Girl by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

Though the song’s lyrics are thought to be about a woman committing suicide, this is widely untrue and discussed in Petty’s book. In fact, the inspiration for this song came when he lived in California and has nothing to do with anyone.

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American Girl By Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers

American Girl By Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers