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Welcome!

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: What does "Car Radio" by Twenty One Pilots mean? (Ft. "Don't Stop Believing" by Journey)

Podcast: What does "Car Radio" by Twenty One Pilots mean? (Ft. "Don't Stop Believing" by Journey)

Pop Song Professor Clifford Stumme takes on "Car Radio" by Twenty One Pilots and uses rock legend "Don't Stop Believing" by Journey to help him do it! "Car Radio" is about thoughtfulness and is an incredibly thoughtful song itself. Don't miss this explanation!

6 Reasons Literature Teachers Should Teach Pop Music Meanings

6 Reasons Literature Teachers Should Teach Pop Music Meanings

Podcast: Can pop music be pornographic? (Featuring "Body Say" by Demi Lovato)

Podcast: Can pop music be pornographic? (Featuring "Body Say" by Demi Lovato)