The Commitments

Top songs meanings

Mustang Sally
Treat Her Right
Bye Bye Baby
Fa Fa Fa Fa Fa

About The Commitments

The Commitments are a fictional band from the 1991 film of the same name, directed by Alan Parker. The film and band revolve around a group of working-class Dubliners who come together to form a soul band, aiming to bring the music of the African-American experience to their Irish community. Although fictional, the band and its music achieved notable popularity.

The themes in The Commitments’ songs often explore personal independence and the pursuit of personal freedom, reflecting the characters' desires to break free from their socio-economic constraints and achieve something greater. Their music resonates with the universal struggle for self-betterment and liberation, capturing the spirit of hope and determination.