"Arcadia" is a melancholic reflection on the search for love and belonging in Los Angeles. The lyrics create a vivid imagery of the city and the protagonist's relationship with it. The chorus and title of the song are a reference to the Greek province of Arcadia, which symbolizes a utopian place of harmony and contentment. However, the protagonist's search for Arcadia is indicative of an unfulfilled longing for love and acceptance. In the first verse, Lana describes herself as a map of LA, highlighting the city's influence on her. She describes standing tall… read more
"Arcadia" is a melancholic reflection on the search for love and belonging in Los Angeles. The lyrics create a vivid imagery of the city an… read more
"Arcadia" is a melancholic reflection on the search for love and belonging in Los Angeles. The lyrics create a vivid imagery of the city and the protagonist's relationship… read more
Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, known professionally as Lana Del Rey, is an American singer-songwriter and producer. Her music is noted for its cinematic quality and exploration of tragic romance, glamour, and melancholia, with frequent references to contemporary pop culture and 1950s–1960s Americana. Raised in upstate New York, Del Rey moved to New York City in 2005 to pursue a music career. After numerous projects, including her self-titled debut studio album, Del Rey's breakthrough came in 2011 with the viral success of her single "Video Games"; she subsequently signed … read more
Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, known professionally as Lana Del Rey, is an American singer-songwriter and producer. Her music is noted for its cinematic quality and exploration of tragic romanc… read more
Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, known professionally as Lana Del Rey, is an American singer-songwriter and producer. Her music is noted for its cinematic quality and exploration of tragic romance, glamour, and melancholia, with frequent ref… read more