Songs On The Couch
Welcome to Songs on the Couch – the comedy podcast where music and psychology cozy up for a deep dive into the strange, wonderful world of your favorite songs. Hosted by Mo, the ever-curious psychologist who can diagnose your favorite lyrics (and maybe you too), and AJ, the musician who can hear a diminished seventh chord in their sleep and still deliver the artist’s backstory with flair – we’re here to unpack one song per episode, one existential crisis at a time. Each week, we dive into the history of the artist and their song, break down the sonic and musical weirdness (with love), analyze the lyrics and psychology behind them, and sprinkle in enough comedy to keep your inner child entertained (and possibly therapized). It’s like therapy... if your therapist brought a guitar and knew all the words to ”Bohemian Rhapsody.” New episodes every week.
Episodes
Episode 10 is out now!
This week on Songs On The Couch, we’re turning it up Aussie-style with Ego Is Not a Dirty Word by Skyhooks — the glam-rock anthem that dared to celebrate confidence, challenge conformity, and raise eyebrows in 1970s Australia.
We explore the bold lyrics, the theatrical sound, and the psychological punch behind Skyhooks’ unapologetic swagger—and why ego might just deserve a little redemption.
This week on Songs On The Couch, we sink our teeth into Bad Habits by Ed Sheeran — his synth-pop detour into late-night temptation, self-sabotage, and vampire club vibes.We unpack the sonic shift, the catchy darkness, and the psychological spiral behind one of Ed’s most unexpected—and infectious—hits.
This week on Songs On The Couch, we're breaking down Clocks by Coldplay — the hypnotic, piano-driven anthem that turned time, tension, and existential dread into pure sonic beauty.
We explore the song’s unusual chord progressions, haunting melodies, and the emotional psychology behind Coldplay’s breakthrough into the mainstream.
This week on Songs On The Couch, we’re diving into Paper Planes by M.I.A. — a genre-bending global hit packed with political bite, satire, and the most iconic cash register sound in pop history. We explore how M.I.A. flipped hip-hop, punk, and world music into a protest anthem disguised as a pop banger — and why its message still hits hard today.
This week on Songs On The Couch, we’re unraveling the chaotic brilliance of Flagpole Sitta by Harvey Danger — a furious, funny, and oddly prophetic anthem of paranoia, media overload, and identity crisis.
We dig into the song’s alt-rock edge, biting lyrics, and the weirdly timeless mental state it captured back in 1997 (and still today).
Listen now—available on all major podcast platforms.
This week on Songs On The Couch, we’re diving into Stressed Out by Twenty One Pilots — the anthem of a generation stuck between childhood dreams and adult pressures.
We unpack the song’s genre-blending sound, vulnerable lyrics, and psychological themes of anxiety, identity, and nostalgia.
Stream it now—available on all major podcast platforms.
Episode 4 is here! This week we’re diving into Blinding Lights by The Weeknd — the retro synth-pop smash that lit up the charts and our brains.
From neon-soaked production to emotional disconnection, we’re breaking down the sound, the style, and the psychology behind one of the most streamed songs of all time.
Tune in now—available on all major podcast platforms.
Songs On The Couch Episode 3 - Post Malone, Rockstar This time, we’re diving into rockstar by Post Malone (feat. 21 Savage) — a dark, moody anthem about fame, identity, and the cost of living like a legend. 🥀🎤
From trap beats to toxic bravado, we’re unpacking the sound, the swagger, and the psychology behind one of Posty's biggest hits and the the musical elements that make the song so addictive The psychological themes behind th...
Songs On The Couch Episode 2 - Lorde, Royals We’re diving into Royals by Lorde — the minimalist masterpiece that flipped pop music on its head and questioned the whole idea of fame, luxury, and identity.
From sparse beats to sharp lyrics, we explore what makes this song so hypnotic—and what it says about the world we live in, the musical elements that make the song so addictive The psychological themes behind the lyrics Some laugh...
🎙️ Songs On The Couch Episode 1 - The Killers, Mr Brightside
Welcome to the very first episode of Songs on the Couch! This week, we're diving into Mr. Brightside by The Killers — a song that's not just a karaoke classic, but a modern anthem of jealousy, hope, and emotional chaos. Join our musician and psychologist duo as we unpack: The history of The Killers and the making of Mr. Brightside The musical elements that make the song ...
🎙️ Episode 0: Introduction Episode - Welcome to Songs on the Couch In this first episode, meet your hosts, AJ a musician and Mo a psychologist, and hear what Songs on the Couch is all about. We’re breaking down popular songs from the decades through a mix of music analysis, psychology, and comedy. It’s weird, it’s smart(ish), and it’s probably cheaper than therapy.
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