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These 12 hit songs have different meanings than you thought

Madison Malone KircherSep 4, 2015, 21:42 IST

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If you've ever sang along to "Blackbird" by the Beatles and thought it was actually about a bird, think again.

Some of the most popular songs ever have completely different meanings from what their lyrics might suggest.

From popular '90s hits by bands like Green Day and Semisonic to a rock anthem from Aerosmith, there might be more to your favorite songs than previously believed.

Keep reading to find out 12 hit songs that have totally different meanings than most people think, according to the artists who wrote and performed them.