The song about loneliness was largely inspired by his troubled relationship with wife Audrey Sheppard.

It was inspired by her then husband Sean Penn and their often tumultuous relationship.

Much of the lyrics for the album are inspired by Levine's relationship with his ex-girlfriend, Jane.

The notion of "brotherhood", inspired by their own relationship, becomes a message for all humanity.

The lyrics were inspired by Urban's relationship with his Ford Mustang, which is seen in this song's music video.

Andersen's "The Snowman" is believed to have been inspired by their relationship.

The song was inspired by the band's close relationship with their Latin-American fans.

The song is partly inspired by West's relationship with model Amber Rose.

The song "Motion Pictures" from On the Beach is also inspired by their relationship.

Lyrically, the song was inspired by Morrison's strained relationship with his late father, Paul.