This is a duet sung by Beyoncé and Miley Cyrus. Another great song for a lyric analysis.
Sample Discussion Questions for II Most Wanted
- Is this song about romantic love or platonic love?
- What does it mean to be a shotgun rider?
- Who is your shotgun rider?
- To whom are you the shotgun rider?
As mentioned earlier, this opening track contains multitudes. This song could be used to facilitate discussion about oppression, inclusion, belonging, triumph, heritage, and so much more.
A lullaby from Beyoncé to her child, Rumi, who can be heard at the beginning of the track. The lyrics are filled with gorgeous imagery and unconditional love. A lyric analysis of Protector by Beyoncé could touch on parenting, family, support, aging, and more.
This song could easily be a lyric analysis about perseverance, but there’s also opportunity here for a rewrite. Using a fill-in-the-blank template, music therapy participants could fill in their own historical account of personal struggles and triumphs, or even write about the life they wish for their younger selves.