Shut Up
Jonny Fritz Lyrics
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You'd hit the ground, walking away
Unless you listen to what I've got to say
I'm tired of hearing about your terrible life
I'm living the exact same one
But on the other side of your voice
And I hate that I need to raise mine
So shut up!
Shut up, don't start talking if you got out now
You'd hit the ground, walking away
Unless you listen to what I've got to say
You can go through the door, and maybe get outside
But I got the child lock on, so good luck trying without
Without my pre-approval
Shut up, don't start talking if you got out now
You'd hit the ground, walking away
Unless you listen to what Tanner's bout to play
[Chorus]
Shut up, don't start talking if you got out now
You'd hit the ground, walking away
Unless you listen to what I've got to say
Before you hurt my feelings more
It's hurry up let's go, won't you come on sobbing in
I end up inside of the car, alone
I'm too sad to turn the radio on
So shut up, don't start talking if you got out now
You'd hit the ground, walking away
Unless you listen to what Spencer's bout to play
[Chorus]
The verse of "Shut Up" by Jonny Fritz depicts the frustration and exhaustion of the singer. He asserts that he shares the same problems and struggles as the person he's talking to, but he's sick of hearing about them. Furthermore, he suggests that the other person is not even listening to him and that they are not even trying to escape their problems. He then uses the refrain "shut up, don't start talking if you got out now, you'd hit the ground, walking away, unless you listen to what I've got to say" as a way to silence the other person and force them to listen to him. The lyrics in the verses suggest the displeasure and annoyance experienced by the singer, which climaxes with a call to action in the refrain.
The second verse of the song begins with the singer seemingly making a decision to try and improve his mood or state of mind. Although he acknowledges the other person's plight, he informs them that he's not going to let them walk all over him. He concludes that he has control over the situation and that he's going to implement a child lock, a metaphor for imposing boundaries or restrictions, so that the other person cannot affect him anymore. The chorus highlights how much the other person has hurt the singer's feelings and that they need to listen to what he's saying to make amends. The final line "I'm too sad to turn the radio on" emphasizes his mental state and the need to escape from reality.
Line by Line Meaning
Shut up, don't start talking if you got out now
Cease talking if you choose to go away on a whim
You'd hit the ground, walking away
You wouldn't have any home or shelter without my enduring nature
Unless you listen to what I've got to say
Hear me out for a moment before leaving
I'm tired of hearing about your terrible life
I'm exhausted from listening to complaints about your situation
I'm living the exact same one
I am experiencing the same problems as you
But on the other side of your voice
I am on the receiving end of your incessant babbling
And I hate that I need to raise mine
I despise that I must raise my voice to be heard over yours
You can go through the door, and maybe get outside
You have the option to leave but have no guarantee of a solution
But I got the child lock on, so good luck trying without
I've put a precautionary measure in place, preventing your departure
Without my pre-approval
Without my consent, you cannot leave
Unless you listen to what Tanner's bout to play
Listen to Tanner's tune before departing
[Chorus] Shut up, don't start talking if you got out now...
Refrain from speaking unless you heed my words, as I am on the brink of emotional anguish
It's hurry up let's go, won't you come on sobbing in
Hurry up, accompany me swiftly, even if you're crying
I end up inside of the car, alone
I'm always left alone in the car
I'm too sad to turn the radio on
I'm too disheartened to turn on the radio and listen to music
Unless you listen to what Spencer's bout to play
Listen to Spencer's track before leaving
[Chorus] Shut up, don't start talking if you got out now...
Hold your tongue unless you listen to my words, for I don't want to be hurt anymore
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Dude!!! this song is so awesome!!!!