The Shakes
Atlas Sound Lyrics


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Found money and fame
But I found them really late
So in my mansion I'd sit
Waiting for it all to end
My material, my friends

I made lots of friends
I made lots and lots of friends
And on me did they depend

See the horror on my face
I can finally leave this place




Over Blue Star Moonbeam Trace
I can't remember my address

Overall Meaning

In Atlas Sound's song The Shakes, the listener is introduced to a character that has found both money and fame, but too late in their life. The lyrics suggest that despite being in a mansion surrounded by material possessions and friends, they are still filled with a sense of dissatisfaction and appeared to be waiting for it all to end. The line "My material, my friends" suggests that they recognize that their possessions and social circle are not enough to fulfill them.


Line by Line Meaning

Found money and fame
I acquired wealth and popularity


But I found them really late
However, I gained these things much later than expected


So in my mansion I'd sit
As a result, I would find myself sitting alone in my large house


Waiting for it all to end
Anticipating the end of my life and these superficial possessions


My material, my friends
Reflecting on the temporary nature of my material possessions and friendships


I made lots of friends
Despite this, I still managed to make many acquaintances


I made lots and lots of friends
Emphasizing the quantity rather than quality of my relationships


And on me did they depend
Additionally, I served as a source of support for these individuals


See the horror on my face
Revealing the fear and unease I experience


I can finally leave this place
Expressing a sense of relief in departing from this situation


Over Blue Star Moonbeam Trace
Using abstract language to convey the dream-like or surreal nature of my escape


I can't remember my address
Suggesting a detachment from physical space and emphasizing the emotional weight of my experience




Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: BRADFORD COX

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