Jazzy vocals, dance beats, sophisticated lyrics and classic song writing combine to lift the quality bar high. Holding up to comparisons with the likes of Caro Emerald, Swingrowers, Swing Republic, Annella and Caravan Palace, the female-fronted project combines similar influences mixing 20s and 30s swing with modern dance music. Previously released under Cuckoo Records (former Zenomania songwriters) songs include ‘Shut Up’ and ‘Don’t Stop’ which clocked up well over a million plays on YouTube (to date).
Limits
Little Violet Lyrics
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I will make it back alive
Full speed ahead
Living life and on the drive
Busy doing nothing
And nothing keeps me busy
Pulled from left and right
And it's making me dizzy
I've been rinsed dry
Man wants some money
Got to find an alibi
Urban life in concrete chains
Certain nothing else remains
Tell me there is more to come
In this mundane life
Show me where to find the fun
Between the black and white
Push me to my limits
Shake the laws of physics
Shatter boundaries, stretch ambition
Conquer the world with your vision
Don't take no for an answer
Fuel the fire inside ya'
Take the role you were born to play
Give it all ya' got, come what may
(Shake it up, shake it up
Shake it up)
All that baggage
That been weighing you down
You were on the road
To an early breakdown
Waste the present on the past
'Cause the past is always present
Future's on hold
Whilst you're making bad decisions
Untie the knot, let the thread come loose
Let your mind unravel
You got nothing to lose
Urban life in concrete chains
Certain nothing else remains
Tell me there is more to come
In this mundane life
Show me where to find the fun
Between the black and white
Push me to my limits
Shake the laws of physics
Shatter boundaries, stretch ambition
Conquer the world, with your vision
Don't take no for an answer
Fuel the fire inside ya'
Take the role you were born to play
Give it all ya' got, come what may
(Shake it up, shake it up
Shake it up
Shake it up, shake it up
Shake it up)
Face your innermost fears
Take back those wasted years
Show them you will not stand by
No, you won't stop
Until you can fly!
Push me to my limits
Shake the laws of physics
Shatter boundaries, stretch ambitions
Conquer the world, with your vision
Don't take no for an answer
Fuel the fire inside ya'
Take the role you were born to play
Give it all ya' got, come what may
In Little Violet's song "Limits," the lyrics talk about the struggle of urban life and feeling stuck in a mundane routine. The song begins with the uncertainty of the future, but with a glimmer of hope that the singer will survive. The lyrics continue to emphasize the singer's busy lifestyle, feeling pulled from left to right, and the tragic reality that they have nothing left in their pockets. Urban life becomes a "concrete chain," and the singer craves excitement and purpose beyond the black and white.
The chorus shifts the song's tone, encouraging listeners to challenge themselves and strive for more. The singer takes on this same challenge, untying the knot and letting their mind unravel. The lyrics encourage individuals to face their fears, take back their "wasted years," and create a vision for themselves that they can conquer. The overall message is to push oneself to their limits, challenge their beliefs, and fuel the fire within to achieve their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
With a little bit of luck
By being fortunate, I hope to achieve my goals.
I will make it back alive
I hope to succeed and not fail.
Full speed ahead
I will pursue my objectives energetically.
Living life and on the drive
I am living fully and striving for success.
Busy doing nothing
I feel like I'm constantly occupied, but not making progress.
And nothing keeps me busy
Despite feeling busy, I'm not really doing anything meaningful.
Pulled from left and right
I am being influenced by many external pressures.
And it's making me dizzy
These competing pressures are causing confusion and disorientation.
Nothing in my pockets
I have nothing left to give or contribute.
I've been rinsed dry
I've given everything I have and have nothing left to give.
Man wants some money
I am being pressured to produce tangible results.
Got to find an alibi
I need to account for what I'm doing and show progress.
Urban life in concrete chains
City life can be oppressive and restrictive.
Certain nothing else remains
Sometimes it can feel like there are no other options or paths available.
Tell me there is more to come
I hope there are greater things ahead.
In this mundane life
I want more excitement and fulfillment in my daily routine.
Show me where to find the fun
I need guidance on how to enjoy life more fully.
Between the black and white
In the gray area between opposites (good/bad, success/failure), there can be opportunity.
Push me to my limits
Challenge me to achieve more than I thought possible.
Shake the laws of physics
Break the constraints of what is typically thought possible.
Shatter boundaries, stretch ambition
Break through limitations and aim higher than before.
Conquer the world with your vision
Achieve your goals with a clear and focused vision.
Don't take no for an answer
Be persistent and don't give up easily.
Fuel the fire inside ya'
Use your passion and motivation to drive you forward.
Take the role you were born to play
Pursue your calling or destiny.
Give it all ya' got, come what may
Give 100% effort and be willing to face any challenges that come your way.
All that baggage
The burdens and past failures of life.
That been weighing you down
These burdens are hindering progress and causing stress.
Waste the present on the past
Don't let past mistakes prevent you from living fully today.
'Cause the past is always present
Past experiences can continue to impact current life.
Future's on hold
When held back by the past, the future doesn't seem promising.
Whilst you're making bad decisions
Present actions can be negatively impacting future possibilities.
Untie the knot, let the thread come loose
Relax and let go of past mistakes, freeing yourself to move forward.
Let your mind unravel
Allow yourself to be open to new ideas and paths.
You got nothing to lose
Don't be afraid to take risks and try new things.
Face your innermost fears
Confront the things that hold you back internally.
Take back those wasted years
Reclaim lost time that was spent unproductively.
Show them you will not stand by
Prove to others that you are taking control of your life.
No, you won't stop
Determination and perseverance will be the driving forces forward.
Until you can fly!
Success will be achieved, and the future will be full of possibilities.
Writer(s): Cherie Gears, Oliver Norman
Contributed by Gabriel T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.