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I'm shaky babe
Don't touch me there
Don't feel my pain
Tilting ache
Rather waste my day
Blinking bare
Stern stare
To insinuate fact
You see I've given up
With this lack lustre act
Shaky
Hurting and dazy
Independent loathing
Coaching hoax
Tilting ache
Rather waste my day
Blinking bare
Stern stare
Itching to feel the same
Better things to think of dear
However many ways
Oh it's near oh dear so near
Oh it's near
Oh dear
Can't bring myself
To insinuate fact
Oh you see I've given up
With this lack lustre act
Oh itching to feel the same
Better things to think of dear
However many ways
Oh it's near oh dear so near
Oh it's near
Oh dear
So near
Oh it's near
Oh dear
So near
In Shale's song "Shake," the lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability, pain, and frustration. The opening line, "I'm shaky babe," sets the tone for the emotional state of the singer. It suggests that the singer is feeling unsteady and unstable, both physically and emotionally. The line "Don't touch me there, don't feel my pain" implies a desire to shield oneself from further hurt, perhaps indicating a past trauma or a fear of being vulnerable.
The phrase "tilting ache" portrays a deep emotional pain that the singer is experiencing. They express a willingness to waste their day rather than confront and address this pain. The repetition of "blinking bare" and "stern stare" emphasizes a sense of emptiness and cold detachment, highlighting the singer's feelings of dissatisfaction and disillusionment.
The chorus of the song explores the singer's struggle to communicate their feelings and desires. They admit that they have given up on expressing their true self, referring to it as a "lackluster act." The repetition of "itching to feel the same" suggests a desire for connection and validation, contrasting with the line "better things to think of, dear," which hints at a distraction or avoidance of the pain.
Overall, "Shake" seems to depict a person who is grappling with their own internal turmoil, wrestling with the need for connection and authenticity while also feeling trapped and frustrated by their circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Shake
Expressing the act of shaking, indicating a sense of instability or unsettlement
I'm shaky babe
I feel unstable and uncertain, my emotions are in turmoil
Don't touch me there
Please refrain from touching that sensitive part of me, as it brings discomfort
Don't feel my pain
I don't want you to understand or empathize with my emotional suffering
Tilting ache
An anguishing sensation that causes imbalance or unease
Rather waste my day
I would rather spend my time idly than engage in activities that bring me little fulfillment
Blinking bare
Feeling exposed and vulnerable, lacking a protective barrier
Stern stare
A serious and intense gaze that implies disapproval or detachment
Can't bring myself to insinuate fact
I struggle to imply or suggest the truth because it feels overwhelming or difficult to articulate
You see I've given up with this lacklustre act
I have lost motivation and enthusiasm for engaging in a performance or pretense that lacks excitement or passion
Shaky, hurting and dazy
Feeling physically and emotionally unsteady, in pain, and mentally foggy or confused
Independent loathing
Experiencing self-hatred and disgust without being influenced by external factors
Coaching hoax
Guiding and instructing others with deceptive or misleading intentions
Itching to feel the same
Craving to experience something similar to what others feel or enjoy
Better things to think of dear
I have more important or positive thoughts to occupy my mind, my dear
However many ways
Regardless of the various possible approaches or paths
Oh it's near oh dear so near
The desired outcome or goal is close or almost within reach, causing a mix of excitement and concern
Oh dear
An expression of concern or sympathy
So near
In such close proximity, almost attained
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Kiarra Balzer
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Burnie
ABSOLUTELY SMASHING IT!!!
Quickly someone call the fire department this music video is lit 🔥🔥🔥
We Are Shale
Ahhh thank you thank you!!! 💕
Vicky Walker
Love this song! Such a super tight groove!
We Are Shale
Thank you so much Vicky!!🐅
Brett Smith-Daniels
So glad to have been a part of this guys! Killer video… proud of all of your progress ❤
We Are Shale
thanks Brett <3
karl Redford
fucking love it! great work guys and girls from Karl & Karen from port alberni b.c.
i smell an album in the works or ep .never stop touring....hopefully see you soon....
We Are Shale
Thanks Karl and Karen! 💖
We will be back and excited to see you at our next Port Alberni show! So glad you like the vid!
Breanna M
My fave music video yet ❤
Metal Maven
Cool video!!