"Golden Age" by J. Maya is a song that celebrates and empowers women by shedding light on their overlooked stories and challenging societal narratives. The lyrics reference various mythological and historical women who have been misrepresented or silenced in history books and traditional storytelling. The song begins with the mention of Circe, a powerful sorceress in Greek mythology who was often portrayed negatively. She is contrasted with Sita, a character from the Indian epic Ramayana who is portrayed as the perfect wife but is not acknowledged for her inner strength. J. Maya questions whether women have historically been given control over their own narratives and romanticizes the women who defy societal expectations. The lyrics express frustration with historians and poets who have overlooked or misrepresented women's stories, overshadowing their accomplishments and contributions to society. The chorus pays tribute to the women who have been denied a voice in their own stories and asserts their right to be heard and acknowledged. The song calls for a reclaiming of women's history and an acknowledgement of their agency and power. The bridge of the song emphasizes that women are more than what meets the eye, challenging the notion that they can be reduced to mere commodities. It asserts that women can be both sweet and fierce, refusing to conform to societal expectations. The song concludes by proclaiming that queens, representing strong and influential women, are more than just their crowns. They are the ones who hold society together and will not be limited or confined. The women mentioned in the lyrics are determined to reclaim their power and rewrite their own stories, ushering in a new golden age where their voices will not be silenced or ignored.
