What's Rolling in the Deep About?

What does rolling in the deep mean? Rolling in the deep is both a lyric and song by Adele. It suggests emotional closeness and dependence, especially in a romantic relationship.

Why was rolling in the deep banned?

It was “Rolling in the Deep,” and it was censored because – and get this –the word “ship” was ambiguous. ... Websites stated that the song included the word “ship” instead of a swear word that sounds very similar. Oh no! But her original handwritten lyrics feature the swear word.

Is Rolling in the Deep a metaphor?

Although it is a metaphor, it gives the listener a feeling of loneliness, by describing Adele's pain using the image of a ship rolling in a dark, open sea.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.