After their first two record deals, the band eventually had an identity crisis, “We had bad promotion, a bad record release—bad everything,” recalls Congé. And without ever really taking off, they crashed—and out of those ashes rose the band Savages, which was the brainchild of guitarist Gemma Thompson, who played with John and Jehn. Jehnny became their lead singer, and Johnny stayed on as their producer; with his darkly quiet sound as a solo artist was integral to the band’s development.
Although still together, and not officially defunct as John & Jehn, both spend most of their current time on their other projects.
Shy
John & Jehn Lyrics
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Can you shelter me
From this anxiety
Hey baby don't look me in the eye
'Cause I'm sexually shy shy shy
Sexually shy shy shy
I don't know why
But with you baby I'm shy shy shy
I hate for you to see me like this
'Cause nowhere else in my life
Does this exist
[Chorus]
Every time we talk
I can't catch my breath
I want a conversation
But I scare myself
I really can't hide behind this lie
'Cause with you baby
I'm shy shy shy
Woman
Well I'm ashamed to say
Woman
That I'm afraid this way
Woman
Yeah
Woman
I gotta stop acting so crazy
[Chorus: x3]
I don't know why
With other girls I'm fine
But with you baby I'm shy shy shy
I don't know why
With other women I'm fine
But with you baby I'm shy shy shy
I don't know why
I don't know why
"Shy" by John & Jehn is a song that delves into the vulnerability and insecurities one can feel when it comes to being intimate with someone they deeply care about. The lyrics express the artist's struggle with being sexually shy and the fear of being exposed and judged by their partner.
The chorus sets the tone of the song, as the artist pleads for their partner to shelter them from the anxiety they feel. They ask their partner not to look them in the eye because they are sexually shy. This line suggests that maintaining eye contact during intimate moments is a source of discomfort for the artist, further emphasizing their vulnerability.
The artist admits that they are fine with other girls and women, but they become shy and unsure of themselves when it comes to their current partner. The fear of being seen in this vulnerable state makes them want to hide, as they believe this level of vulnerability does not exist in any other aspect of their life.
The repetition of the chorus reinforces the artist's plea for understanding and acceptance from their partner. They long for a connection that goes beyond physicality, but their fear inhibits them from fully embracing intimacy.
Overall, "Shy" showcases the artist's struggle with vulnerability, fear, and the desire for acceptance in a romantic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you shelter me
Can you provide me with emotional protection and support
From this anxiety
From the feelings of restlessness and fear
Hey baby don't look me in the eye
Hey baby, please avoid making direct eye contact with me
'Cause I'm sexually shy shy shy
Because I feel uncomfortable and self-conscious regarding my sexuality
I don't know why
I cannot explain the reason behind this
With other girls I'm fine
I am confident and relaxed when interacting with other girls
But with you baby I'm shy shy shy
However, when it comes to you, my shyness intensifies
I hate for you to see me like this
I dislike that you witness me in this vulnerable state
'Cause nowhere else in my life
Because in no other aspect of my life
Does this exist
Does this level of shyness occur
Every time we talk
Whenever we engage in conversation
I can't catch my breath
I feel breathless and overwhelmed
I want a conversation
I desire a meaningful exchange of thoughts and ideas
But I scare myself
Yet, I frighten myself
I really can't hide behind this lie
I genuinely cannot continue concealing this falsehood
'Cause with you baby
Because when it comes to you, baby
I'm shy shy shy
My shyness becomes overwhelming
Well I'm ashamed to say
I am embarrassed to admit
That I'm afraid this way
That I experience fear in this manner
Yeah
Yes
I gotta stop acting so crazy
I need to cease behaving erratically
I don't know why
I cannot explain the reason behind this
But with you baby I'm shy shy shy
However, when it comes to you, my shyness intensifies
I don't know why
I cannot explain the reason behind this
With other women I'm fine
I am confident and relaxed when interacting with other women
But with you baby I'm shy shy shy
However, when it comes to you, my shyness intensifies
I don't know why
I cannot explain the reason behind this
I don't know why
I cannot explain the reason behind this
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MELLENCAMP
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
sifodias69
toujours aussi bon John & Jehn !
bertrand floquet
j'aime !
fred pontasse
nice