Shame Shame Shame
Ratt (US) Lyrics
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And there's no answer
I hear the moans and groans
Of your nasty laughter
I'm kickin' in the door
As your breathin' gets faster
Your trail of clues
Is leadin' to disaster
Once I looked into your eyes
I thought they were true
Innocence can turn to lies
And now the finger points
At you, baby
Shame Shame Shame
You should've known better
Than to cheat on me
Shame Shame Shame
Now it don't matter
So let me be
You've got your own self to blame
Now it's time to feel the pain
Of your twisted little game
It's such a cryin'
Shame Shame Shame
Shame Shame Shame
Did you do your poses
In the mirror
Did you tell him
Baby, baby please
Did you twist his tongue
And bend his ear
Did you have him beggin', beggin'
On his knees
Once you looked into my eyes
And told me you were mine
Now I see your cheap disguise
And you're runnin' out of time, baby
Shame Shame Shame
You should've known better
Than to cheat on me
Shame Shame Shame
Now it don't matter
So let me be
You've got your own self to blame
Now it's time to feel the pain
Of your twisted little game
It's such a cryin'
Shame Shame Shame
Shame Shame Shame
The lyrics to "Shame Shame Shame" by Ratt tell the story of a relationship gone wrong. The singer is confronting their partner who has been cheating on them. Despite their attempts to deny it, the singer has found evidence of the infidelity and is now dealing with the resulting feelings of hurt, anger, and betrayal. In the first verse, we see the singer physically confronting their partner, metaphorically kicking down the door and exposing them for what they are. The partner's once innocent and true eyes are now seen as lies, and they are left to feel the shame of their actions.
The second verse focuses on the partner's actions, asking if they performed for their new lover in the mirror, begged for attention, and twisted their words to get what they wanted. The chorus repeats the words "shame shame shame," as the singer directs their anger towards the partner who has brought shame upon them both. The partner is told that they should have known better than to cheat, that it's their fault for the pain they are now feeling. In the end, the singer is left feeling hurt and betrayed, and they want nothing more than to be left alone to deal with their feelings.
Overall, "Shame Shame Shame" is a classic example of a hard rock breakup song. The lyrics are filled with anger, hurt, and betrayal, and the music serves as a perfect backdrop for the emotions being expressed. The song became a hit upon its release in 1984 and has remained a fan favorite in the years since.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm knockin' at your door
I am attempting to contact you.
And there's no answer
But you are not responding.
I hear the moans and groans
I am perceiving sounds that indicate pleasure.
Of your nasty laughter
But the tone of your voice suggests that you are enjoying something that is not appropriate.
I'm kickin' in the door
I am forcibly entering your space.
As your breathin' gets faster
I can observe that you are becoming more agitated as a result of my actions.
Your trail of clues
I have been able to track your activities and gather evidence.
Is leadin' to disaster
This evidence indicates that something bad is about to happen.
Once I looked into your eyes
I used to trust you.
I thought they were true
I believed that you were trustworthy.
Innocence can turn to lies
But now I know that even innocent people can be dishonest.
And now the finger points
And I am placing blame on you.
At you, baby
You, specifically, are responsible for your actions.
Shame Shame Shame
You should feel embarrassed and guilty.
You should've known better
You had the ability to make better choices.
Than to cheat on me
But you chose to be unfaithful to me.
Now it don't matter
I am no longer concerned about your actions or their consequences.
So let me be
I am asking you to leave me alone.
You've got your own self to blame
You alone are responsible for your actions and their consequences.
Now it's time to feel the pain
You will experience negative consequences for your choices.
Of your twisted little game
Your deceitful behavior will result in negative consequences.
It's such a cryin'
This situation is regrettable and sad.
Shame Shame Shame
You should feel embarrassed and guilty.
Shame Shame Shame
You should feel embarrassed and guilty.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DESMOND CHILD, STEPHEN PEARCY, WARREN DE MARTINI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I'm knockin' at your door
And there's no answer
I hear the moans and groans
Of your nasty laughter
I'm kickin' in the door
As your breathin' gets faster
Your trail of clues
Is leadin' to disaster
Once I looked into your eyes
I thought they were true
Innocence can turn to lies
And now the finger points
At you, baby
Shame Shame Shame
You should've known better
Than to cheat on me
Shame Shame Shame
Now it don't matter
So let me be
You've got your own self to blame
Now it's time to feel the pain
Of your twisted little game
It's such a cryin'
Shame Shame Shame
Shame Shame Shame
Did you do your poses
In the mirror
Did you tell him
Baby, baby please
Did you twist his tongue
And bend his ear
Did you have him beggin', beggin'
On his knees
Once you looked into my eyes
And told me you were mine
Now I see your cheap disguise
And you're runnin' out of time, baby
Shame Shame Shame
You should've known better
Than to cheat on me
Shame Shame Shame
Now it don't matter
So let me be
You've got your own self to blame
Now it's time to feel the pain
Of your twisted little game
It's such a cryin'
Shame Shame Shame
Shame Shame Shame
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LYRICS
I'm knockin' at your door
And there's no answer
I hear the moans and groans
Of your nasty laughter
I'm kickin' in the door
As your breathin' gets faster
Your trail of clues
Is leadin' to disaster
Once I looked into your eyes
I thought they were true
Innocence can turn to lies
And now the finger points
At you, baby
Shame Shame Shame
You should've known better
Than to cheat on me
Shame Shame Shame
Now it don't matter
So let me be
You've got your own self to blame
Now it's time to feel the pain
Of your twisted little game
It's such a cryin'
Shame Shame Shame
Shame Shame Shame
Did you do your poses
In the mirror
Did you tell him
Baby, baby please
Did you twist his tongue
And bend his ear
Did you have him beggin', beggin'
On his knees
Once you looked into my eyes
And told me you were mine
Now I see your cheap disguise
And you're runnin' out of time, baby
Shame Shame Shame
You should've known better
Than to cheat on me
Shame Shame Shame
Now it don't matter
So let me be
You've got your own self to blame
Now it's time to feel the pain
Of your twisted little game
It's such a cryin'
Shame Shame Shame
Shame Shame Shame
Singwriters: Desmond Child / Stephen Pearcy / Warren De Martini
Shame Shame Shame ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
@michelleburkhart22
I use to blast this on my player back in the early 90's. My roommate back then still remembers me playing it on blast. I'm 55 yrs and will still blast it!
@RAZRMOTOV2
Oh, NO QUESTION.... RATT STILL IS SICK... 57 here
@benjamincolerowe
Warren DeMartini is beyond legit at guitar. One of the all time great lead players.
@tomkenny1686
Ben Rowe yes
@bigdaddynasty69
he was also George lynch's roommate
@amkacerik
Grossly underrated
@st.louiscritic960
Ben , Warren IS the greatest UNDER RATED guitar of all time , im sure glad to see you said what you said , But heck great minds think alike ( RATT & ROLL ) Steve & Warren are on the books forever !!!
@st.louiscritic960
Amkacerik Just saw your reply , We are so right . Look at my reply .
@backslash68
The first thing I noticed about this record is how amazingly good the drums were recorded and mixed. Mike Shipley was a genius engineer.
@robertdouble559
Very processed. But yeah, works for cock rock.