Shout
? and the Mysterians/? & the Mysterians Lyrics
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Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
In violent times
You shouldn't have to sell your soul
In black and white
They really really ought to know
Those one track minds
That took you for a working boy
Kiss them goodbye
You shouldn't have to jump for joy
You shouldn't have to shout for joy
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
They gave you life
And in return you gave them hell
As cold as ice
I hope we live to tell the tale
I hope we live to tell the tale
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
And when you've taken down your guard
If I could change your mind
I'd really love to break your heart
I'd really love to break your heart
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
The lyrics to "Shout" by ? and the Mysterians have a powerful message about standing up to tyranny and oppression. The repeated refrain of "shout, let it all out" encourages listeners to express their frustrations and push back against those who seek to dominate and control them. The verses make clear that the song is particularly concerned with the way society often tries to take advantage of working-class people, treating them as expendable and denying them their basic human dignity.
The second verse, in particular, is particularly scathing in its condemnation of the "one track minds that took you for a working boy." The anger and frustration are palpable in the lyrics, as the singer insists that people deserve better than to be treated as mere cogs in a machine. In the bridge, the lyrics take a more personal turn, addressing the idea of breaking someone's heart after they have let their guard down. It's unclear exactly who this is directed towards or what it means, but it adds another layer of complexity and emotion to the overall theme of the song.
Overall, "Shout" is a powerful anthem of resistance and perseverance in the face of injustice. It urges people to speak up and fight for their rights, even when that means going against the grain or standing alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Shout
Express yourself loud and clear
Shout
Don't hold back, let it all out
Let it all out
Speak your truth, share your thoughts
These are the things I can do without
There are certain things I don't need or want in my life
Come on
Encouraging someone to engage with you
I'm talking to you
Directly addressing and engaging with someone
In violent times
During times of unrest and chaos
You shouldn't have to sell your soul
You shouldn't have to sacrifice your values or morals
In black and white
Clearly and unmistakably
They really really ought to know
Others should be aware and understand
Those one track minds
Narrow-minded individuals
That took you for a working boy
Those who underestimated or mistreated you
Kiss them goodbye
Say farewell to those who didn't value you
You shouldn't have to jump for joy
You shouldn't have to work so hard to feel happy
They gave you life
Referring to parents or guardians who brought you into the world
And in return you gave them hell
You caused them trouble or pain
As cold as ice
Unemotional, callous
I hope we live to tell the tale
I hope we survive to share our story
And when you've taken down your guard
When you've let your defenses down
If I could change your mind
If I could persuade you to see things differently
I'd really love to break your heart
I'd like to challenge your beliefs or make you see the error of your ways
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: O'kelly Isley, Ronald Isley, Rudolph Isley
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