Bryanology: The Semantics of Seduction in the Lyrics of Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams, Canadian Poet Laureate, three-time Oscar nominee and true heir to the song-writing legacy of Bob Dylan, is also a prime proponent of cock rock. In this article I examine some of his poetry for their florid description, astute observation and sound love-making advice. Bryan Adams and the Physical Act Bryan doesn’t like to … Continue reading Bryanology: The Semantics of Seduction in the Lyrics of Bryan Adams

Bryanology: An Analysis of Bryan Adams’ There Will Never Be Another Tonight

Forget Dylanology, there’s a new pseudo-science on the block: Bryanology, the close literary analysis of the major lyrical works of Canada’s Poet Laureate, Bryan Adams. Today’s study is of Adams’ 1991 hit There Will Never Be Another Tonight (UK #31). This is one of my favourite songs ever. I’m not joking. It’s virtuoso use of … Continue reading Bryanology: An Analysis of Bryan Adams’ There Will Never Be Another Tonight