On 17 January 2014, Sarah P. announced she was no longer in Keep Shelly in Athens. In March 2014 the band announced a new singer, Myrtha. In 2017, the band released a new LP, Philokalia, armed with another new singer, Jessica Bell.
In 2021 the main member of Keep Shelly in Athens announces a new collaborative singles series with guest vocalists from around the world.
DIY
Keep Shelly In Athens Lyrics
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Throwing fires here and there
All get in the same path
'cause salvation will not come
You forestall last train
Vain flares are the constraint
Please get real somehow
Oh you, miraculously get tidied up
Take off and do what's right, now
You may dream of glory
Shabbiness is your story
You may don't know otherwise
Well, at least you should try
You see, the chains are breaking
Even life is counterfeiting
You should think it over
'cause salvation will not come
Oh you, miraculously get tidied up
Take off and do what's right, now
Nah, it can't be worse
Nah, you must be false
Nah, pathetic me
Nah
Nah, it can't be worse
Nah, you must be false
Nah, pathetic me
Nah
The lyrics of "DIY" by Keep Shelly In Athens express a message of societal change and individual responsibility. The opening lines address those who believe that everything is fine while they cause chaos and destruction. The singer urges them to unite and move towards a better course because salvation will not come to them if they continue to act recklessly.
The following lines discuss the consequences of one's actions and their impacts on themselves and others. The image of vain flares restrain the progression of society, and the singer implores that they come to terms with reality and try to make things right. The phrase "miraculously get tidied up" can be interpreted as either a sarcastic remark or an encouragement to adhere to principles of social responsibility.
The chorus provides a glimmer of hope and a call to action. The singer challenges the listener to aspire to greatness and seek better conditions beyond their own shabbiness. Life is uncertain, and the chains that bind people to destructive behavior can break. However, it requires introspection and self-awareness to find those chains and break them. Ultimately, the message is that change starts from within the individual, and everyone has to take personal responsibility for societal change.
Line by Line Meaning
Ye that think that all is well
Those of you who believe everything is fine
Throwing fires here and there
Causing chaos and destruction
All get in the same path
Everyone is heading towards the same destination
'cause salvation will not come
But salvation won't arrive
You forestall last train
You delay taking action
Vain flares are the constraint
Your attempts at signaling for help are in vain
Please get real somehow
Please face reality
'cause salvation will not come
Because salvation won't come
Oh you, miraculously get tidied up
You might think you can magically fix everything
Take off and do what's right, now
But you need to start making positive changes immediately
You may dream of glory
You may have aspirations of success
Shabbiness is your story
But currently, you are living in poverty and disorder
You may don't know otherwise
Perhaps you are unaware of other options
Well, at least you should try
Regardless, you should make an effort to improve your situation
You see, the chains are breaking
Things are gradually improving
Even life is counterfeiting
But at times, it may feel like things aren't genuine or authentic
You should think it over
You should reflect on your current state
'cause salvation will not come
Because salvation won't come
Oh you, miraculously get tidied up
You may still believe that you can fix everything quickly
Take off and do what's right, now
But in reality, you need to start taking positive actions immediately
Nah, it can't be worse
Denial of the severity of the situation
Nah, you must be false
Trying to convince oneself that everything is okay
Nah, pathetic me
Feeling hopeless and defeated
Nah
Repeated denial, refusing to accept the truth
Contributed by Gianna S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lizi
Ye that think that all is well
Throwing fires here and there
All get in the same path
'cause salvation will not come
You forestall last train
Vain flares are the constraint
Please get real somehow
'cause salvation will not come
Oh you, miraculously get tidied up
Take off and do what's right, now
You may dream of glory
Shabbiness is your story
You may don't know otherwise
Well, at least you should try
You see, the chains are breaking
Even life is counterfeiting
You should think it over
'cause salvation will not come
Oh you, miraculously get tidied up
Take off and do what's right, now
Nah, it can't be worse
Nah, you must be false
Nah, pathetic me
Nah
Nah, it can't be worse
Nah, you must be false
Nah, pathetic me
sara amiri
i wish they were more recognized their amazing!!
Rudolph Vitalis
Keep Shelly in Athens is one of the best things that happened to me in 2011, glad to finish a year knowing them !
Marios G.
Included in Sasha's Involv3r tracklist. Way to go Greeks. Keep electronic scene going wild.
juukame
I don't even remember how I found shelly in athens but by god it must have been fate- I absolutely love every song I've heard
Lizi
Ye that think that all is well
Throwing fires here and there
All get in the same path
'cause salvation will not come
You forestall last train
Vain flares are the constraint
Please get real somehow
'cause salvation will not come
Oh you, miraculously get tidied up
Take off and do what's right, now
You may dream of glory
Shabbiness is your story
You may don't know otherwise
Well, at least you should try
You see, the chains are breaking
Even life is counterfeiting
You should think it over
'cause salvation will not come
Oh you, miraculously get tidied up
Take off and do what's right, now
Nah, it can't be worse
Nah, you must be false
Nah, pathetic me
Nah
Nah, it can't be worse
Nah, you must be false
Nah, pathetic me
Ragnorak Anorak
I have no words for how much I love this!
alien awake
Excellent track Shelly in Athens so nice to heard in the car
Marcio Lages
simplesmente a melhorrrrrr
Chad Trumps
Alright so I listen to mainly trance/dance/techno whatever you want to call it; but I purchased Sasha Invol<3r on Saturday. And this track is apart of this mix compilation and it truly is a jam all by itself original and remix included.
Rogelio Inga
perfecto para este momento!