There are other artists with the same name:
2 - Shame was a Japanese rock/visual kei band, active from 1994 until 2002, and again from 2006 until 2009.
3 - SHAME is a mathcore band from Oklahoma
4 - Shame is independent band from Brazil
5 - Shame is a rapper from New York who's track "Bronx Bounce" featured on 1988's The B-Boy Boogie Down Sampler 2
6 - Shame is a bay area rapper, he released 2 street albums California and Random Acts. His deep lyrics and sharp delivery created a fresh, unique sound.
7 - Shame is a Swedish dancehall band http://www.shame.se/
8 - Shame is an ambient/black metal band from the Netherlands.
9- SHAME is a noisy punk band from Olympia, Washington.
https://shameolympia.bandcamp.com/
Friction
Shame Lyrics
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Do you give them any time?
Do you ever bully your conscience?
And detach from your mind
Do you ever need the needy?
Do they ever tug on your heart?
Do you determine the person in question is simply worlds apart?
Do you ever get what you need?
Or do you detach from necessity and apply the act of greed?
Do you ever dream with the dreamers?
Do you ever weaken the weak?
Do you over use the technique of not thinking before you speak?
You say it's going forwards
But I feel it flowing backwards
In a time of such injustice
How can you not want to be heard?
And I'm trying to exist
In a momentary cyst
And I'm trying to exist
In a momentary cyst
It's only friction
It's only friction
It's only friction
It's only friction
And do you ever worry the worried?
Do you ever want to be heard?
Do you motivate the motion of achieving what you don't deserve?
Do you consume the consumer?
Do you listen to the song?
Do you understand the difference between what is right and what is wrong?
You say it's going forwards
But I feel it flowing backwards
In a time of such injustice
How can you not want to be heard?
And I'm trying to exist
In a momentary cyst
And I'm trying to exist
In a momentary cyst
It's only friction
It's only friction
It's only friction
It's only friction
Do you ever get what you want dear?
Do you ever get what you need?
Do you ever get what you want dear?
The song Friction by Shame depicts the detachment of people from their conscience, and the lyrics question whether individuals ever help or listen to those in need. The song touches upon themes of greed, injustice, and the difference between what is right and wrong. The repetitive questioning of whether we ever give time to those in need, worry about those who worry, or listen to the song, repeatedly states the importance of empathy and understanding.
The line “In a time of such injustice, how can you not want to be heard?” highlights the societal issues that we are currently facing, and how important it is to speak up despite the friction that may arise. The lyrics “And I’m trying to exist in a momentary cyst” suggests the temporary nature of human existence, and how in the grand scheme of things, our lives are fleeting.
Overall, the song Friction by Shame is a thought-provoking commentary on society and humanity, and how important it is to have empathy and understanding towards others.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you ever help the helpless?
Do you ever provide assistance to those who are unable to help themselves?
Do you give them any time?
Do you spare any time to help them in their plight?
Do you ever bully your conscience?
Do you ever suppress your conscience in order to justify your actions?
And detach from your mind
And distance yourself mentally and emotionally from the consequences of your actions?
Do you ever need the needy?
Do you ever feel the need to rely on those who are themselves in need?
Do they ever tug on your heart?
Do they ever elicit an emotional response from you?
Do you determine the person in question is simply worlds apart?
Do you distance yourself from that person, considering them beyond your sphere of influence?
Do you ever wishful to the wishful?
Do you ever aspire to the dreams of others?
Do you ever get what you need?
Do you ever receive what is necessary for your wellbeing?
Or do you detach from necessity and apply the act of greed?
Or do you ignore your needs and act selfishly for your own gain?
Do you ever dream with the dreamers?
Do you ever share the same passions and aspirations as those with big dreams?
Do you ever weaken the weak?
Do you ever exploit those who are vulnerable or powerless?
Do you over use the technique of not thinking before you speak?
Do you frequently say things without considering the impact they may have?
You say it's going forwards
You claim that things are progressing and improving
But I feel it flowing backwards
But I personally perceive things moving in the opposite direction
In a time of such injustice
At a time where societal wrongs are prevalent and visible
How can you not want to be heard?
How can you not feel the need to speak up and address these issues?
And I'm trying to exist
And I am struggling to survive
In a momentary cyst
In a temporary state of isolation and pain
It's only friction
It's just a minor disagreement or conflict
Do you ever worry the worried?
Do you ever cause anxiety or concern for those who are already anxious or troubled?
Do you ever want to be heard?
Do you ever desire to have your own voice and opinions heard and recognized?
Do you motivate the motion of achieving what you don't deserve?
Do you encourage others to pursue success or acclaim they have not earned?
Do you consume the consumer?
Do you exploit those who are susceptible to materialism and consumer culture?
Do you listen to the song?
Do you consciously engage with the messages and themes presented in media and culture?
Do you understand the difference between what is right and what is wrong?
Do you have a firm grasp of moral values and distinctions?
Do you ever get what you want dear?
Do you ever receive the things that you deeply desire?
Do you ever get what you need?
Do you receive what is necessary for your survival and wellbeing?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHARLES JOHN FORBES, CHARLIE STEEN, EDWARD HAMMOND GREEN, JOSHUA BEVAN FINERTY, SEAN COYLE-SMITH
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