Shotgun
Jade de LaFleur Lyrics
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When it's a war?
Give you my all
Cling to my falling
Sometimes all I got is blue notes and green trees
It's so dark and lonely
Never had no real love
I drowned in rain
Question the answers
Found truth in my pain
And sometimes all I got is blue notes and green trees
It's so dark and lonely
Never had no real love
I've been a star
And kissed the moon
Swim with the mad birds
Holes in my shoes
Sometimes all I got is blue notes and green trees
It's so dark and lonely
Never had no real love
Blue notes, blue notes, blue notes
And green trees
In "Shotgun" by Jade de LaFleur, the lyrics explore the complexities of love and how it can often feel like a battle, hence the reference to war in the first line. The line "Give you my all, cling to my falling" shows how despite how difficult love can be, people still give their all to it and hope to hold onto it, even when it seems to be slipping away. The repetition of "sometimes all I got is blue notes and green trees" emphasizes the feelings of loneliness and isolation, even when surrounded by the beauty of nature.
The second verse shows the highs and lows of life, using the metaphorical images of touching the sun and drowning in rain. This can be seen as a representation of the emotional extremes that come with love and how the acceptance of pain can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself. The third verse continues with the metaphorical language, with the mention of being a star and kissing the moon, indicating a sense of achievement and possibly fame, while the reference to "swim with the mad birds, holes in my shoes" indicates that even in success, there are still struggles and imperfections. The repetition of "blue notes, blue notes, blue notes, and green trees" at the end reinforces the feeling of loneliness and isolation that permeates the song.
Overall, "Shotgun" is a reflective and introspective look at the complexities of love and the difficulties that come with it, while also acknowledging the beauty and pain that come with life as a whole.
Line by Line Meaning
Why call it love
Why use the term 'love' to describe a relationship that feels like a battle?
When it's a war?
When every aspect of this connection requires compromise and sacrifice.
Give you my all
I'm willing to give everything I have to make this union work.
Cling to my falling
I'm holding onto something that's slipping away, trying to find a way to make it last.
Sometimes all I got is blue notes and green trees
The only things that bring me peace and solace are music and nature.
It's so dark and lonely
Despite the romantic connection, I feel isolated and lost.
Never had no real love
I've yet to experience love that is unconditional, genuine, and fulfilling.
I touched the sun
I've had moments where I felt invincible, important and unstoppable.
I drowned in rain
Faced struggles that felt overwhelming and impossible to overcome.
Question the answers
I'm doubting whether everything I've been taught to believe is truly true.
Found truth in my pain
In the midst of heartache, I've discovered valuable lessons that have helped me grow.
And sometimes all I got is blue notes and green trees
The only things that help me find inner peace and serenity are music and nature.
I've been a star
There have been times where I've been the center of attention and the envy of others.
And kissed the moon
I've experienced rare moments of great joy and elation.
Swim with the mad birds
I've sought adventure and exploration, going out of my comfort zone.
Holes in my shoes
Despite my adventures and pursuits, I find myself impoverished and barren.
Blue notes, blue notes, blue notes
I continue to turn to the cathartic and therapeutic power of music, of blue notes.
And green trees
I try to immerse myself in peaceful, natural surroundings to help quell the inner turmoil.
Writer(s): JONATHAN WIMBERLY, JADE JOHNSON
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Saul Hermosillo
Should have more views. I'm obsessed with this song ever since I discovered it on Spotify
Chris Conner
There is so much great material from her hopefully it all gets released one day. I played the guitar part on one of her songs called So Long .
Raúl Ocejo
Saul Hermosillo same here!
Octavio Di Gianni
I'm totally obsessed with this song and I can't believe it's not a fucking hit worldwide
Bruno Lopes
Que Hino!
Gergana Krumova
Very talented artist.
Calvin Malotle
Girl keep going been bumping you since 2013!!
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Love it
Abdiel Buelna
I'm obsessed with this song!
Raúl Ocejo
The song is too good!