Shiver
Mushishi Zoku-Shou - Lucy Rose Lyrics
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Everything that was right
We both enjoyed a good fight
And we solved
All the holes we had to breathe
To make the other one leave
And I loved the way you looked at me
When we were alone
When we were alone
And I'll shiver like I used to
And I'll leave him just for you
And I'll shiver like I used to
Just for you
And we stole
Every moment we had to make the other one feel bad
And we hoped that we could be what we knew
It never turned out to be real
And I loved the way you looked at me
And I miss the way you made me feel
When we were alone
When we were alone
And I'll shiver like I used to
And I'll leave him just for you
And I'll shiver like I used to
Just for you
And if we turn back time
Could we learn to live right?
And if we turn back time
Could we learn to live right?
And if we turn back time
Could we learn to live right?
And if we turn back time
Could we learn?
And I'll shiver like I used to
And I'll leave him just for you
And I'll shiver like I used to
Just for you
Like I used to
The lyrics of "Shiver" describe a tumultuous relationship in which the two parties seem to enjoy fighting and belittling each other. Despite this, the singer expresses a yearning for the intense emotions they once experienced together, recounting the way their partner used to make them feel and their mutual attraction. The chorus, "And I'll shiver like I used to / And I'll leave him just for you / And I'll shiver like I used to / Just for you," suggests that the singer is willing to leave their current partner and revert to the dynamic they had with their ex.
The second verse of the song raises the possibility that the couple stole moments of happiness when they could, despite knowing that their relationship wasn't sustainable. They hoped to be something they knew they could never truly achieve, indicating a sense of longing and a feeling of being trapped in an unhealthy cycle. The repetition of "when we were alone" reinforces the idea that their relationship is primarily focused on their private interactions rather than their public persona.
Overall, "Shiver" is a melancholy and introspective song that examines the complex emotions involved in a relationship that is both toxic and alluring. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia for intense emotions and a willingness to make poor choices in pursuit of them.
Line by Line Meaning
And we broke
Our relationship has ended in failure
Everything that was right
We destroyed all the good things we had going for us
We both enjoyed a good fight
We found pleasure in arguing and causing each other pain
And we solved
We tried to fix
All the holes we had to breathe
All the problems that were suffocating us
To make the other one leave
In an attempt to force the other to end the relationship
And I loved the way you looked at me
I adored the way you gazed at me with affection
And I miss the way you made me feel
I long for the emotions and sensations you brought into my life
When we were alone
When we were together, intimately
When we were alone
When we were together, intimately
And I'll shiver like I used to
I will tremble with longing, as I once did for you
And I'll leave him just for you
I will abandon my current partner for another chance with you
And I'll shiver like I used to
I will tremble with longing, as I once did for you
Just for you
Because my feelings still remain for you
And we stole
We selfishly took
Every moment we had to make the other one feel bad
We used all opportunities to hurt each other
And we hoped that we could be what we knew
We had expectations of what we could be together
We'd never turn out to be real
But those expectations were unrealistic and could never come true
And if we turn back time
If we could only rewind time
Could we learn to live right
Could we correct our past mistakes and have a better relationship
And if we turn back time
If we could only rewind time
Could we learn to live right
Could we correct our past mistakes and have a better relationship
And if we turn back time
If we could only rewind time
Could we learn to live right
Could we correct our past mistakes and have a better relationship
And if we turn back time
If we could only rewind time
Could we learn
Could we figure out how to make it work
And I'll shiver like I used to
I will tremble with longing, as I once did for you
And I'll leave him just for you
I will abandon my current partner for another chance with you
And I'll shiver like I used to
I will tremble with longing, as I once did for you
Just for you
Because my feelings still remain for you
Like I used to
Just as I did before, when I was with you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Lucy Rose Parton
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We broke
Everything that was right
We both enjoyed a good fight
And we solved
All the holes we had to breathe
To make the other one leave
And I loved the way you looked at me
And I miss the way you made me feel
When we were alone
When we were alone
And I'll shiver like I used to
And I'll leave him just for you
And I'll shiver like I used to
Just for you
And we stole
Every moment we had to make the other one feel bad
And we hoped that we could be what we knew
We'd never turn out to be real
And I loved the way you looked at me
And I miss the way you made me feel
When we were alone
When we were alone
And I'll shiver like I used to
And I'll leave him just for you
And I'll shiver like I used to
Just for you
And if we turn back time
Could we learn to live right
And if we turn back time
Could we learn to live right
And if we turn back time
Could we learn to live right
And if we turn back time
Could we learn
And I'll shiver like I used to
And I'll leave him just for you
And I'll shiver like I used to
Just for you
Like I used to
@ronellresuma158
"Shiver" is referring to that particular feeling similar of butterflies, that essence of comfort and warmth when you're deeply involved with someone else.
However, this is no simple romance.
Themes of a short-lived affair and heartbreaking nostalgia are brought forth based on the woman's melody and the lonely man strolling along in the video.
"And we broke everything that was right, we both enjoyed a good fight."
Notions of an affair is evident when she refers to breaking moral values. She was most likely married to another person under certain circumstances but she was willing to put up a "good fight" for the one that she truly loved.
"And we stole every moment we had to make the other one feel bad"
These nostalgic vintage scenes were these getaways that she had with her lover, these "moments" were the places that they both shared, alone together in romantic bliss.
"And I'll shiver like I used to-And I'll leave him just for you"
These lines reinforce the woman's desire to leave everything in exchange for experiencing that wonderful feeling of romance.
*Halfway through the song, subtle changes in tempo and repetition in the lyrics conclude the outcome of their relationship;
"And if we turn back time, Could we learn to live right"
Yes, she did experience this passionate romance with the guy but it was short lived and never lasted. By the lines "learn to live right" she and her lover made the mistake of not pulling through with their affair; to pursue their passionate romance. If they could turn back the clock, would they have been able to avoid that mistake and pursue happiness together despite complications and obstacles in their situation? A line from earlier on in the song help support the notion that they could not fulfill this passionate affair:
"And we hoped that we could be what we knew, It never turned out to be real"
They were both involved in this affair but knew in reality they could not stay together for long. Something was holding them both back; if the reason wasn't because the woman was married then it is most likely due to the possibilities of her already having children in her marriage.
The woman is singing from a place of romantic nostalgia and melancholic regret. The old man strolling through these scenes is her lover, the guy she could only spare a few moments of bliss with. He too is heartbroken, through all of his years he still comes by to the places and locations that he shared with her, the woman that he truly loved. Despite their complications in their relationship, she too still sings about and longs for that "shiver", that ecstasy of falling in love.
While it might have been years and years after, they still share the wonderful memories and feelings of what it means to be in love.
The crux: follow what your heart tells you, or else it will bleed with regret and depressing nostalgia.
Well, that's my interpretation anyways lol.
Great song, love Lucy's voice.
@davantiowo6519
Actually I think this is true. Up until now my own theory was.... Well dark?
So after playing this song again and again a few years ago, my own interpretation of the song was.... And bare with me here....
About the sexual relationship between a daughter and her father
I know, I know gross right, especially for a song as wholesome as this but hear me out.
The lines "and I'll shiver just for you" "when we were alone" says that when they were alone together, he'd ya know... Do stuff, and why would she shiver? Out of fear? or anxiety?
Of course it could be when a lover touch's you you'd shiver a little.
But the following line also adds questions.
"And I'll leave him just for you" what does she mean here? Will, now as an adult she leave her current lover to be with her dad again, to shiver like that again?
But after watching the MV again and reading ur comment I don't think my theory holds up. Just something I wanted to put out :-)
@5rshwillz
MUSHI-SHI. Most underrated anime series ever made.
@freetolisten
5rshwillz actually its rating couldnt be way further than what you said. Its rated really good.
@kio1261
Silenc3 underrated means not popular they arent talking about reviews <33
@lainiwakura6921
You can't say most though😇
@Carolina-hu1cx
I dont speak english but i try write good, mushishi Is not a underrated anime, Is a not popular anime,
Have a nice day.
@siemenpersyn4451
@@Carolina-hu1cx it's like u said it isn't underrated cuz it's rated very highly on myanimelist etc. It's just that not a lot of people actually saw it.
@jr4chargers
The people who made Mushishi, really know how to pick songs! First season had 'The Sore Feet Song by Ally Kerr' and season 2 has this one! great! :)
@icysan889
Couldn't agree more sir!
@Nicoramirez2010
Eeeh?! Agreed too, mushishi, one of the greatest anime of all time
@swaghack20
Thank god I thought I was alone