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Symbolism in Songs

Presented by:

Bernadette Geoppner

and

Emily Bonner

What is Symbolism?

Meaning

Meaning

  • an object or word that has a deeper significance than just its literal meaning.
  • represents something

What is it used in?

What is it used in?

  • books
  • songs
  • poems
  • movies

"Girl on Fire"

by Alicia Keys

"Girl on Fire"

"Girl on Fire" is a song about inner strength and new beginnings.

Symbolism in the Song

Symbolism in the Song

  • "This girl is on fire"

"Set Fire to the Rain"

by Adele

"Set Fire To the Rain"

"Set Fire to the Rain" is a song about controlling pain and getting rid of it.

Symbolism in Song

Symbolism in the Song

  • "I set fire to the rain"

"Skyscraper"

by Demi Lovato

"Skyscraper"

"Skyscraper" is a song about coming over depression and other disorders.

Symbolism in Song

Symbolism in the Song

  • "Skyscraper"

"Radioactive"

by Imagine Dragons

"Radioactive"

This song is about new awakenings and seeing things in a new way.

Symbolism in Song

Symbolism in the Song

  • "I'm waking up"
  • "I raise my flags"