Talk about songs

Listen to Ed Sheeran’s song “Thinking Out Loud” and discuss the following questions:

  1. What does the phrase “thinking out loud” mean in the context of the song?
  2. According to the lyrics, what does the singer want to do with their love as they grow old?
  3. How does the singer describe the way they feel about their partner? Can you identify any specific lines or phrases that convey these emotions?
  4. What is the significance of the line “Take me into your loving arms” in the song?
  5. How does the artist use imagery and descriptive language to portray the idea of long-lasting love and commitment?
  6. What do you think the singer means when he says “Maybe we found love right where we are”? Can you explain this line in your own words?

Please note that the interpretation of lyrics can vary, so these questions are meant to encourage personal reflection and understanding of the song.

Listen to Ed Sheeron’s song “Toughest” and discuss the following questions:

  1. What is the overall message of the song “Toughest” by Ed Sheeran?
  2. Who is the subject of the song, and what is their story?
  3. In the chorus of the song, what does Ed Sheeran mean when he sings “You’re the toughest person I know”?
  4. The lyrics of the song mention some specific challenges faced by the subject. What are some of these challenges, and how do they affect the subject?
  5. What is the role of the narrator in the song, and how do they feel about the subject?
  6. The song contains the lyrics “All your scars, you’ve earned ’em”. What do these lyrics mean, and what message do they convey?
  7. The subject of the song is described as having “battled demons”. What are these demons, and how have they affected the subject?
  8. What is the tone of the song, and how does it contribute to the overall message?
  9. The lyrics mention the subject “growing up in a broken home”. What impact has this had on the subject, and how have they coped with it?
  10. What is the significance of the line “You’re the toughest person I know, and I know a lot of people”?