You're Not Alone
Shiloh Lyrics


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Hey Sir, I need a little change
Everything around me kinda looks a little strange
You see, here's the situation
I'm feeling the frustration of my loner generation
My father's always workin' - my mother never smiles
The world is on their shoulders, money problems on their mind
They're full of good intentions as far as I can tell
But we're so disconnected like I'm living by myself

If there's someone out there who knows what I feel say hey ya!
If you're feelin' like you got the short end of the deal say hey ya!
When the world's got you backed up against the wall
And no one's there to catch you, when you're starting to fall
If you feel like no one cares what's going on
You're not alone

Hey teacher today what's the lesson
I hope you got some answers 'cause I got a lot of questions
Help me out I need an education
A little inspiration, wanna see my graduation
Does it really matter? Does anybody care?
You're goin' through the motions got me pullin' out my hair
If everybody's sleepin' I'm locking all my doors

Text me if you want to, I can't take it anymore

If there's someone out there who knows what I feel say hey ya!
If you're feelin' like you got the short end of the deal say hey ya!
When the world's got you backed up against the wall
And no one's there to catch you, when you're starting to fall
If you feel like no one cares what's going on
You're not alone

Cuz I feel like I'm drowning in space
Fighting with the choices and the chances I take
It keeps knockin' me down, lockin' me in
I'm reachin' out again- is anybody out there?

So if there's someone out there who knows what I feel say hey ya!
If you're feelin' like you got the short end of the deal say hey ya!
When the world's got you backed up against the wall
And no one's there to catch you, when you're starting to fall




If you feel like no one cares what's going on
You're not alone

Overall Meaning

Shiloh's song "You're Not Alone" depicts the experience of feeling disconnected and isolated despite being surrounded by people. The first verse talks about the pressure and stress the singer sees on her parents' faces, which makes her feel like she's living in her own world. The second verse addresses the frustration of being trapped in a tedious routine with no help or guidance to get through it. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the importance of reaching out to someone who understands, and knowing that nobody is truly alone.


The song's message is one of hope and resilience, encouraging listeners to seek comfort and support with others who have gone through similar experiences. Shiloh emphasizes that although it may seem like nobody cares, there is always someone who will listen and offer a helping hand. The lyrics also touch on the struggles of growing up and trying to find one's place in the world, a universal experience that many can relate to.


One interesting fact about the song is that it was written by Shiloh and her brother, Tyler. Another is that it was used in the 2010 movie, "Ramona and Beezus." The song has also amassed millions of views on YouTube, making it one of Shiloh's most popular tracks. Additionally, the song's message has inspired many covers and fan videos that spread the message of hope and community.


Chords (as per Ultimate Guitar):


Verse: Em7 C G D (repeat)
Chorus: Em7 D C G (repeat)


Line by Line Meaning

Hey Sir, I need a little change
I'm feeling uncomfortable around me and I need some change.


Everything around me kinda looks a little strange
I'm feeling that everything around me is not normal.


You see, here's the situation
I want to explain my situation.


I'm feeling the frustration of my loner generation
I'm frustrated because many people around me don't understand my thoughts and views.


My father's always workin' - my mother never smiles
My father is always busy with work, and my mother isn't happy most of the time.


The world is on their shoulders, money problems on their mind
My parents are worried about the problems they have to tackle.


They're full of good intentions as far as I can tell
They have good intentions, but I still feel isolated.


But we're so disconnected like I'm living by myself
I feel disconnected from the people close to me, as if I'm living alone.


If there's someone out there who knows what I feel say hey ya!
I hope there's someone who can understand and relate to me, so please call out to me.


If you're feelin' like you got the short end of the deal say hey ya!
If you feel like you're stuck in an unfair situation, please raise your voice and call out to me.


When the world's got you backed up against the wall
When you feel like you're facing a dead-end situation.


And no one's there to catch you, when you're starting to fall
When you feel like you don't have anyone to support and help you.


If you feel like no one cares what's going on
When you feel like people around you don't care or understand your problems.


You're not alone
You're not the only one going through such a situation.


Hey teacher today what's the lesson
I need some help from my teacher, and I want to learn something new today.


I hope you got some answers 'cause I got a lot of questions
I have many questions, and I hope to get answers for them.


Help me out I need an education
I require some assistance as I want to learn and educate myself.


A little inspiration, wanna see my graduation
I want some encouragement to keep going and achieve my goals.


Does it really matter? Does anybody care?
Do my actions and decisions matter? Does anyone care about me and what I'm going through?


You're goin' through the motions got me pullin' out my hair
Your routine activities are frustrating me.


If everybody's sleepin' I'm locking all my doors
If nobody's listening to me, I'm isolating myself from the outside world.


Text me if you want to, I can't take it anymore
If you want to talk to me, please text me since I can't handle any more frustration from talking to people.


Cuz I feel like I'm drowning in space
I feel lost and disconnected like I'm lost in space.


Fighting with the choices and the chances I take
I'm struggling to make decisions and taking chances.


It keeps knockin' me down, lockin' me in
I keep going through difficulties, which makes me feel trapped and stuck.


I'm reachin' out again- is anybody out there?
I'm trying again to connect with someone who can understand and help me.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Nora

Verse
Hey sir I need a little change
Everything around me kinda looks a little strange
You see, here's the situation
I'm feeling the frustration of my loner generation
My father's always workin', my mother never smiles
The world is on their shoulders, money troubles on their mind
They're full of good intentions as far as I can tell
But we're so disconnected like I'm living by myself
If there's someone out there who know what I feel say hey ya!
If your feelin like you got the short end of the deal say hey ya!
When the worlds got you backed up against the wall
And no ones there to catch, when your starting to fall
If you feel no one cares what's going on
You're not alone
Hey teacher today what's the lesson
I hope you got some answers cause I got a lot of questions
Help me out I need and education
A little inspiration wanna see my graduation
Does it really matter? Does anybody care?
You're goin through the motions got me pullin out my hair
If everybody's sleepin I'm locking all my doors
Text me if you want to, I can't take it anymore
Cuz I feel like I'm drowning in space
Fighting with the choices and the chances I take
It keeps knockin me down lockin me in
I'm reachin out again is anybody out there



All comments from YouTube:

Julia Adams

I was listening to this when i was crying in my room. My mom had just announced after we fought that either im moving out (to the streets, or to the foster homes) or her and my innocent little brother are and im left with my angry dad. These songs make me feel like im not the only one going through this, and that things will get better. Thanks shiloh. <3

Ordained Hughes

I know this is old but I hope all is good now!

Anahisa

Shiloh has such a beautiful voice and a talent for writing music, she really needs to come back to music. <3

TheNekoPastel

Probably my favourite song of Shiloh ! She is still making music to this day and believe is is much more happier now ! I’m thrilled for her 💖

Emily the Strange

At the end of the day, despite all the incredibly stupid drama that has happened with Onision, Shiloh is a damn good singer. I need to buy this album! I love her voice <3

Quiz1master5

always sing along to her music, its so moving

digital mimi

I love Shiloh!!! She has talent and isnt fake or acts like shes all that. and her songs mean something important

Nora

Verse
Hey sir I need a little change
Everything around me kinda looks a little strange
You see, here's the situation
I'm feeling the frustration of my loner generation
My father's always workin', my mother never smiles
The world is on their shoulders, money troubles on their mind
They're full of good intentions as far as I can tell
But we're so disconnected like I'm living by myself
If there's someone out there who know what I feel say hey ya!
If your feelin like you got the short end of the deal say hey ya!
When the worlds got you backed up against the wall
And no ones there to catch, when your starting to fall
If you feel no one cares what's going on
You're not alone
Hey teacher today what's the lesson
I hope you got some answers cause I got a lot of questions
Help me out I need and education
A little inspiration wanna see my graduation
Does it really matter? Does anybody care?
You're goin through the motions got me pullin out my hair
If everybody's sleepin I'm locking all my doors
Text me if you want to, I can't take it anymore
Cuz I feel like I'm drowning in space
Fighting with the choices and the chances I take
It keeps knockin me down lockin me in
I'm reachin out again is anybody out there

Lilred Pool

U were my medicine when I had failed adoption or a bad day as a youth u always brought me and my sister together in weird ways u were my fav

maddie19980

this song is exactly how i feel

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