Shout
JamX Beam And Vace Feat Tears For Fears Lyrics

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Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on

In violent times
You shouldn't have to sell your soul
In black and white
They really really ought to know
Those one-track minds
That took you for a working boy
Kiss them goodbye
You shouldn't have to jump for joy
You shouldn't have to jump for joy

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on

They gave you life
And in return you gave them hell
As cold as ice
I hope we live to tell the tale
I hope we live to tell the tale

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on

And when you've taken down your guard
If I could change your mind
I'd really love to break your heart
I'd really love to break your heart

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without (break your heart)
Come on (really love to break your heart)
I'm talking to you
Come on

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
So come on

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you (they really really ought to know)
Come on

Shout
Shout
Let it all out (I'd really love to break your heart)
These are the things I can do without
(I'd really love to break your heart)
Come on
I'm talking to you
So come on

Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without

Come on
I'm talking to you

Overall Meaning

"Shout" is a song by the British band Tears for Fears, which was released in 1984. The song's lyrics are about standing up against injustice and oppression, and the frustration that comes with being unable to do anything about it. The chorus encourages listeners to "let it all out" and express their anger and frustration, rather than keeping it bottled inside. The use of repetition in the lyrics emphasizes the importance of speaking up and making oneself heard, even when it seems like no one is listening.

The verses of the song refer to the struggles faced by individuals in a world that often values conformity over individuality. The lines "In violent times, you shouldn't have to sell your soul" and "Those one-track minds that took you for a working boy" suggest that people are often forced into conforming to societal norms and expectations, but that they should not have to sacrifice their own values and beliefs in order to do so.

Overall, "Shout" is a powerful and emotional call to action, urging listeners to stand up for what they believe in and not be afraid to raise their voice. The song's lyrics have continued to resonate with audiences over the years, and have been covered by numerous artists in various different genres.

Line by Line Meaning

Shout
Expression of frustration

Shout
Expression of urgency

Let it all out
Don't hold back your emotions

These are the things I can do without
Listing things that are unwanted or unnecessary

Come on
Encouragement to take action

I'm talking to you
Directly addressing the listener/viewer

In violent times
During tumultuous periods

You shouldn't have to sell your soul
You shouldn't have to compromise your values or morals

In black and white
Clear and obvious

They really really ought to know
Others should already understand this

Those one-track minds
Individuals with narrow perspectives

That took you for a working boy
Treating someone as a mere worker with no other qualities or potential.

Kiss them goodbye
Parting ways with those who hold you back

You shouldn't have to jump for joy
You shouldn't have to be excessively happy about mediocre things

They gave you life
Referring to parents or guardians

And in return you gave them hell
Causing trouble or being rebellious

As cold as ice
Emotionally distant or unapproachable

I hope we live to tell the tale
Hope to survive the struggles and be able to share the experiences

And when you've taken down your guard
After lowering one's defenses

If I could change your mind
Wishing to shift someone's perspective

I'd really love to break your heart
Hoping to evoke strong emotions or have an impact

So come on
Further encouragement to take action

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ian Stanley, Roland Orzabal

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