‘The Poetry of Pop’ Stretches the Definition of Pop Generously
Adam Bradley’s The Poetry of Pop is academic, literary, and breezy – it works well for what it obviously wants to be, a primer on American popular music.
Adam Bradley
‘The Poetry of Pop’ Takes a Scholarly Look at Lyrics Both Profound and Vapid
The Poetry of Pop is a testament to the power, craftsmanship, and worthwhile intent of even the most ostensibly thin tunes.