shout
Jimmy Barnes & Billy Thorpe 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 shout 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

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
Come on




I'm talking to you
Come on

Overall Meaning

The song "Shout" by Jimmy Barnes and Billy Thorpe is a protest song that talks about the struggles of the working class and the need for them to stand up and speak out against oppressors. The song begins with a call to shout and let it all out, meaning that people need to speak out and air their grievances. The things that the singer wants to do without include the oppressive behavior of those in power who force people to sell their souls and work in terrible conditions.


The song talks about how the working class should not have to jump for joy or shout for joy, as they should be treated with dignity and respect instead of being taken for granted. The second verse talks about how the working class has given their all to their employers, who in turn have given them hell. The line "As cold as ice, I hope we live to tell the tale" suggests that the situation is so bad that it is like a battle, and they are fighting for their lives.


The final verse talks about breaking down the walls of division and when the guards are down, promoting change. The line "If I could change your mind, I'd really love to break your heart" seems to suggest that the singer wants to change the way people think and feel, but recognizes that it will not be an easy task.


Line by Line Meaning

Shout
Express yourself with passion!


Shout
Express yourself with passion!


Let it all out
Speak your mind freely, don't hold back.


These are the things I can do without
These are the things that don't matter to me.


Come on
Encouraging someone to join me in expressing themselves.


I'm talking to you
Directing my words to someone specific.


Come on
Encouraging someone to join me in expressing themselves.


In violent times
During times of turmoil and unrest.


You shouldn't have to sell your soul
You should not have to compromise your values for anyone.


In black and white
Clearly and obviously.


They really really ought to know
They should be aware and informed.


Those one track minds
Folks who only see things one way.


That took you for a working boy
Who saw you only as a laborer, not a human with potential.


Kiss them goodbye
Say goodbye to that mindset.


You shouldn't have to jump for joy
You shouldn't have to go overboard to show your happiness.


You shouldn't have to shout for joy
You shouldn't have to over-emphasize your joy.


They gave you life
Parents, caretakers, and loved ones brought you into the world.


And in return you gave them hell
You didn't make their job easy.


As cold as ice
Unforgiving and ruthless.


I hope we live to tell the tale
I hope we get through this and are able to share our story.


I'd really love to break your heart
I want to show you my true feelings and intentions.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: O'kelly Isley, Ronald Isley, Rudolph Isley

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Comments from YouTube:

rekohu1

Great song and great singers!

Sylvia Keys

Sounds great

Frederick Arthurson

does not matter who sings this song, its just a great listen but his bunch of aussies do it well

kerry proellocks

Johnny O'Keefe would be rolling in his grave. Thorpie and the Delltones would have been enough to do justice to the song and THE MAN.

Wendy Mcgrath

cool

allymayful

When and where - please???????

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