Elliphant was born in Stockholm, Sweden. At a young age she was introduced to travelling by her grandma, who took her to India at the age of 16. Following her journey to India, she decided to begin travelling the world. She stated in an interview that she had again spent time in India and also Burma.Her travelling allowed her to spend a summer travelling across the UK. She was heavily influenced by the urban sound when in London. One her return to Stockholm, she is said to have developed skills as an MC.
Her career began with the release of her debut single Tekkno Scene in 2012. The track featured Adam Kanyama, and was positively received. The music video for the song was uploaded on Elliphant's YouTube Channel in April 2014. Following the release of the song, it went onto feature on the award winning soccer video game, FIFA 13. Following the release of the song, it was likened by some to have a similar feel to a M.I.A. track.
Following the release of her first single, Elliphant released the track Down on Life, with the Official Music Video featuring in December 2012 on Pitchfork's YouTube channel. The music video went onto secure over 1 million views on the channel. The success of the song was recognised by many, with Katy Perry tweeting that it was "of the most bad ass music videos I've seen in a long time".
Pitchfork said the song showed off "a faint smidge of softness", when compared to her first two singles, Tekkno Scene and Ciant Hear it. During the same article, it was announced that she would be releasing her first EP, which would be self-titled. It was also stated that she shared the same management and production as Icona Pop and Niki and the Dove. Collectively they have been said to be a shift towards Swedish Electro Pop.
In January 2013, she released her first EP, which was titled Elliphant. The debut EP featured four sings and a remix, including her the tracks Ciant Hear It and Down on Life. The remaining tracks were two new songs, Make it Juicy and In the Jungle, with the EP's fifth track coming in the form of a remix of the In the Jungle track. The two new tracks were positively received on Elliphant's YouTube channel.
Following the release of her first EP, she featured in a short interview with Idolator, stating she was signed by Dr. Luke's label and that her upcoming Swedish album would be called A Good Idea. In the summer of 2013, Elliphant stated that she had worked in the studio with Skrillex in Stockholm. During the same interview, she also stated that one of the main reasons she worked with Diplo, was because of the track Down on Life.
In July 2013, Elliphant released a music video for the track, Music is Life. The song would go on to feature on her debut album. On 9 October 2013, she released her debut album in her native Sweden, titled A Good Idea.[17] The album featured a number of artists and producers, including Niki & the Dove. A Good Idea also featured the hit Down on Life, which had appeared on her debut EP. The album also featured the track, More Fire. In early 2014, the track had received recognition as it was the first collaboration between herself and fellow Swedish artist, Niki & The Dove.
Shoot Me Down
Elliphant Lyrics
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If u a freak it wold be nice
Shut up or be a liar
Don't care bout ur name thats the meetin'
I'm a feel for
I'm tellin u to night I feel like chansin'
Ma lizard skin is desperate of some warmin'
If u wonder how u can catch a dragon
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me Bang bang
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me Bang bang
Man use ur bullit na load ur gun!
Man use ur bullit n
Shoot me down
Man use ur bullit na load ur gun!
Man use ur bullit n shoot me down
Could u live a lie
If only for the night
I'm looking for a playe
Who's down for a game! booty killah am a feel for
We fake it well wake up like a winner
Give me all u got fuck me like a sinner
I know u doubt but me a believer
If u not high enough man load ur gun
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me Bang bang
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me Bang bang
Man use ur bullit na load ur gun!
Man use ur bullit n
Shoot me down
Man use ur bullit na load ur gun!
Man use ur bullit n shoot me down
I know i could look nice in a cute disguise
But me a bruised blue
Yez am a bruised out of true
Me a sweat to ya!
Am gonna teach u fire
But u gada aim man na little higher!
Where ma doors are open ur doors are a closed
Am gonna look u up u no let u out
Where ma doors are open ur doors are a closed
I'm gonna make u lucky fool load ur gun
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me Bang bang
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me down
Shoot me Bang bang
Man use ur bullit na load ur gun!
Man use ur bullit n
Shoot me down
Man use ur bullit na load ur gun!
Man use ur bullit n shoot me down
The lyrics of Elliphant's "Shoot Me Down" suggest a desire for danger and risk-taking, a need for something new and exciting. The singer seems to be craving an unexpected turn of events and is willing to take a chance. The song's reference to lizards, dragons, and bullets implies a sense of danger, and the urgent repetition of the phrase "shoot me down" reinforces this idea.
The singer is also seeking a sexual encounter that is outside of the ordinary, something that is taboo or risqué. She wants to "play a game" and "fake it well," suggesting that she is open to role-playing or other unconventional sexual experiences. The repeated references to a gun and shooting down tie in with this idea of sexual danger and excitement.
Overall, Elliphant's "Shoot Me Down" is a declaration of willingness to take risks, both in terms of excitement and danger. The lyrics suggest a desire for something new and unexpected, as well as an openness to taboo sexual experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
I need a surprise
I want something unexpected
If u a freak it wold be nice
It would be good if you were a wild and adventurous person
Shut up or be a liar
Be quiet or risk being caught in a lie
Don't care bout ur name thats the meetin'
Your name is not important for this encounter
I'm a feel for
I'm in the mood for
I'm tellin u to night I feel like chansin'
Tonight, I want to take a risk
Ma lizard skin is desperate of some warmin'
I feel cold and need some heat
If u wonder how u can catch a dragon
If you're wondering how to achieve something difficult
If u not high enough man load ur gun
If you're not confident, prepare yourself for the challenge
Shoot me down
Take me down
Shoot me Bang bang
Take me down with force
Man use ur bullit na load ur gun!
Get ready for action
Could u live a lie
Could you pretend to be something you're not
If only for the night
Just for tonight
I'm looking for a playe
I'm looking for a partner
Who's down for a game! booty killah am a feel for
I want someone who's ready for some fun as I'm in the mood for it.
We fake it well wake up like a winner
We can pretend and still come out on top
Give me all u got fuck me like a sinner
Don't hold back, give me everything you've got
I know u doubt but me a believer
I know you're skeptical, but I have faith
I know i could look nice in a cute disguise
I know I could look attractive if I hid my true self
But me a bruised blue
But I'm wounded and hurt
Yez am a bruised out of true
Yes, I'm hurt and not feeling like myself
Me a sweat to ya!
I'm willing to work hard for you
Am gonna teach u fire
I will teach you how to be passionate and driven
But u gada aim man na little higher!
You need to aim higher if you want to achieve greater things
Where ma doors are open ur doors are a closed
I'm open to new experiences, but you're not
Am gonna look u up u no let u out
I'm going to investigate and explore your closed-off world
I'm gonna make u lucky fool load ur gun
I will push you beyond your limits and make you feel empowered
Contributed by Aaron G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Cristian Parra
I need a surprise
If you a freak it would be nice
Shut up or be a liar
Don't care 'bout your name that's the meeting I'm a feel for
I'm telling you to night I feel like chancing
My lizard skin is desperate of some warming
If you wonder how you can catch a dragon
If you not high enough
Man, load your gun
[Hook:]
Shoot me down [x3]
Shoot me bang bang
Shoot me down [x3]
Shoot me bang bang
Man use your bullet na load your gun
Man use your bullet and shoot me down
Man use your bullet na load your gun
Man use your bullet and shoot me down
Could you live a lie
If only for the night
I’m looking for a player
Who’s down for a game
Booty killer am a feel for
We fake it well wake up like a winner
Give me all you got fuck me like a sinner
I know you doubt but me a believer
If you not high enough
Man, load your gun
[Hook]
I know I could look nice in a cute disguise
But me a bruised blue
Yes am a bruised out of true
Me a sweat to you
Am gonna teach you fire
But you gotta aim man na little higher
Where ma doors are open your doors are a closed
Am gonna look you up you no let you out
Where ma doors are open your doors are a closed
I’m gonna make you lucky fool load your gun
[Hook]
Charles Angs
essa música é incrível, beijos do Brasil!
0606jennie
Amazing song her voice is crazy
Иван Федоров
Хорошая исполнительница,мне очень нравится.
DeadSwarm420
Such an awesome song!!!!!!
Antonia Silva
❤ Só sei amar!
Cristian Parra
I need a surprise
If you a freak it would be nice
Shut up or be a liar
Don't care 'bout your name that's the meeting I'm a feel for
I'm telling you to night I feel like chancing
My lizard skin is desperate of some warming
If you wonder how you can catch a dragon
If you not high enough
Man, load your gun
[Hook:]
Shoot me down [x3]
Shoot me bang bang
Shoot me down [x3]
Shoot me bang bang
Man use your bullet na load your gun
Man use your bullet and shoot me down
Man use your bullet na load your gun
Man use your bullet and shoot me down
Could you live a lie
If only for the night
I’m looking for a player
Who’s down for a game
Booty killer am a feel for
We fake it well wake up like a winner
Give me all you got fuck me like a sinner
I know you doubt but me a believer
If you not high enough
Man, load your gun
[Hook]
I know I could look nice in a cute disguise
But me a bruised blue
Yes am a bruised out of true
Me a sweat to you
Am gonna teach you fire
But you gotta aim man na little higher
Where ma doors are open your doors are a closed
Am gonna look you up you no let you out
Where ma doors are open your doors are a closed
I’m gonna make you lucky fool load your gun
[Hook]
Katarzyna Stanek
This track should be more popular 🖤
gimmediamonds
I cant stop listenin to this... meaningful and inspiring
Charles Angs
two years... still fucking addicted to this song
Waterfiresaga
YES! :O