Shake it off
Hanna & Andrea Lyrics

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I could've waited for
All the time in the world
Broken my back on folks
Who never gave me the
Time of day I sought
Weep my eyes out
'Till there's naught but blood
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I could've spent my life
In cold and empty halls
Seeking the love of folks
Who'd never lose a wink of sleep for me
That's what cost my
Faith in humanity
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I could've spared myself of
Countless teary nights
All of the sweat I've shed
For folks who wouldn't care if
I was dead
Guess I'll lie on this
Thorny bed I've made
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Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hanna & Andrea's song Shake It Off tackle the idea of letting go of toxic people and relationships, instead of waiting for them to change or give the attention and love that one deserves. The singer reflects on the times she could have wasted her life pursuing the validation of others, only to be left empty-handed and hurt. Instead, she chooses to come to terms with the reality that not everyone will care for her as much as she cares for them, and that it's better to remove toxic people from her life rather than continue to suffer. The repetition of "Off it Comes None" in the chorus emphasizes the idea that nothing will come out of holding on to negative relationships, and that it's better to let go and move on.

The theme of Shake It Off resonates with many people who have experienced toxicity in their relationships, and the song urges listeners to prioritize their own self-worth and happiness. It’s an empowering message that encourages people to take control of their own lives, and not depend on others for validation or support. The song ends with the singer acknowledging the pain and hardship that comes with cutting out toxic people but finding comfort in the fact that it's a necessary step to take in order to live a happier and healthier life.

Line by Line Meaning

I could've waited for
I could have been patient and waited for the right people.

All the time in the world
I could have waited as long as necessary.

Broken my back on folks
I could have exerted myself and worked hard for people.

Who never gave me the
But these people never reciprocated my efforts.

Time of day I sought
They never gave me the attention or respect that I wanted.

Weep my eyes out
I could have cried endlessly.

'Till there's naught but blood
Until my tears turned into blood.

Off it Comes None
But none of that matters now.

In the end
Ultimately,

I could've spent my life
I could have wasted my whole life.

In cold and empty halls
In lonely and joyless spaces.