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Shaky in the Knees
Grizfolk Lyrics
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Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
I'm no stranger to the dark side of my mind
If I fall off again would you catch me one more time?
Would you love me right if I put it all on the line?
Please don't leave me lonely
If it's real love it's a misfit
My heart was a witness to a love I can't unsee
I swear I didn't recognize this man they said was me
To love is my weakness, shake me baby please
Shake it right out of me, till I'm shaking in the knee
She shakes me like a tambourine
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
Please go easy on me
Well, I'm shaking, shaking in my knees
Please don't leave me lonely
If it's real love it's a misfit
My heart was a witness to a love I can't unsee
I swear I didn't recognize this man they said was me
To love is my weakness, shake me baby please
Shake it right out of me, till I'm shaking in the knee
She shakes me like a tambourine
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
The lyrics of Grizfolk's "Shaky in the Knees" speak about a love that is both powerful and frightening. The first verse describes how this love affects the singer physically, with imagery of being rattled and sunk like a tambourine and a submarine, respectively. The chorus pleads with the lover not to leave the singer lonely and to accept the love despite it being a "misfit." The second verse speaks about the singer's past experiences with love and how it has left them feeling unrecognizable, but also acknowledges that love is their weakness and asks to be shaken out of it.
Overall, the lyrics seem to be about the intense emotions and vulnerability that come with falling in love, and the fear of not being accepted or loved in return. The physical imagery of being rattled and sunk highlights the power that this love has over the singer, while the plea for acceptance acknowledges the risk that comes with opening up to someone.
Line by Line Meaning
She shakes me like a tambourine
Her presence has a powerful effect on me similar to that of a tambourine, causing me to vibrate and tremble
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
Her effect is so strong that it is causing my knees to shake uncontrollably, emphasizing the intensity of the feeling
She sinks me like a submarine
Her effect of bringing me down is as profound as that of a submarine sinking to the bottom of the ocean
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
This sinking feeling is so deep that it is like being submerged in the depths of the ocean, emphasizing the feeling of being trapped and powerless
I'm no stranger to the dark side of my mind
I have experienced and explored the negative aspects of my thoughts and emotions before
If I fall off again would you catch me one more time?
If I experience another overwhelm from the negative thoughts and emotions, would you be there to support me again?
Would you love me right if I put it all on the line?
If I reveal all of myself and am vulnerable, would you respond with genuine love and acceptance?
Would you lift me up if I could leave my glitches behind?
If I could overcome my flaws and weaknesses, would you still be there to support and elevate me?
Please don't leave me lonely
I am afraid of being alone and abandoned by you
If it's real love it's a misfit
True love may seem odd or out of place, but it is strong and genuine
My heart was a witness to a love I can't unsee
I have experienced a love that has left a profound impact on me and that I cannot forget
I swear I didn't recognize this man they said was me
I have changed so much as a result of this love that I don't even recognize myself anymore
To love is my weakness, shake me baby please
Love has the power to make me vulnerable and exposed, and I need her to shake me out of this helpless state
Shake it right out of me, till I'm shaking in the knee
Shake me so strongly that I forget my vulnerabilities and feel empowered again
Please go easy on me
I am asking for her to treat me gently and with care
Well, I'm shaking, shaking in my knees
I am still trembling and overwhelmed by the power of her presence
Contributed by Ian P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@pilladocuellaralejandro7045
Lyrics
She shakes me like a tambourine
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
I'm no stranger to the dark side of my mind
If I fall off again would you catch me one more time?
Would you love me right if I put it all on the line?
Would you lift me up if I could leave my glitches behind?
Please don't leave me lonely
If it's real love it's a misfit
My heart was a witness to a love I can't unsee
I swear I didn't recognize this man they said was me
To love is my weakness, shake me baby please
Shake it right out of me, till I'm shaking in the knee
She shakes me like a tambourine
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
Please go easy on me
Well, I'm shaking, shaking in my knees
Please don't leave me lonely
If it's real love it's a misfit
My heart was a witness to a love I can't unsee
I swear I didn't recognize this man they said was me
To love is my weakness, shake me baby please
Shake it right out of me, till I'm shaking in the knee
She shakes me like a tambourine
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
@merle4988
Listening to this makes me feel so calm & happy. This band is seriously so underrated, I love all of their songs!!
@MottoNGHT
ambitchious YES
@majawojcieszek7143
Literally want this to be played at my wedding
@baileymusculus2555
I don't understand why this band isn't more reconized. It's such a good band! Love this song❤️
@julia_2394
I’m honestly surprised this doesn’t have more views. It’s so amazing
@pilladocuellaralejandro7045
Lyrics
She shakes me like a tambourine
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
I'm no stranger to the dark side of my mind
If I fall off again would you catch me one more time?
Would you love me right if I put it all on the line?
Would you lift me up if I could leave my glitches behind?
Please don't leave me lonely
If it's real love it's a misfit
My heart was a witness to a love I can't unsee
I swear I didn't recognize this man they said was me
To love is my weakness, shake me baby please
Shake it right out of me, till I'm shaking in the knee
She shakes me like a tambourine
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
Please go easy on me
Well, I'm shaking, shaking in my knees
Please don't leave me lonely
If it's real love it's a misfit
My heart was a witness to a love I can't unsee
I swear I didn't recognize this man they said was me
To love is my weakness, shake me baby please
Shake it right out of me, till I'm shaking in the knee
She shakes me like a tambourine
Rattling my knees, rattling my knees
She sinks me like a submarine
Deep beneath the sea, deep beneath the sea
@teganchristianson4173
Dude. This is a Jam. Quality songwriting.
@Grizfolk
Glad you dig it!
@alnoiseplaysmc
Grizfolk its been stuck in my head for 3 months, seriously good
@pogingnoya
i hope more people will find this golden song