These Shoulders
Signalrunners & Julie Thompson Lyrics


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With a smile to melt a thousand hearts
You've become a gift to all
But will your everything be enough

Run away, time to take the way they unwind
Sworn to silence, just a helping hand
Stand in line
They call
They call
They call
Oh how they want you, but who's the one you call when you fall?

[Chorus]
These shoulders are holding the weight of the world
These shoulders are holding the weight of my world

Don't you cry, it'll be alright
Somehow we'll make it better
Now don't you cry, it'll be alright
Sometime we'll make it better
Don't you cry
Don't you cry
Now don't you cry

[Chorus]

Don't you cry, it'll be alright
Somehow we'll make it better




Now don't you cry, it'll be alright
Sometime we'll make it better

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of the song 'These Shoulders' by Signalrunners tell the story of a person who has the power to charm anyone with just a smile that can melt a thousand hearts. They have become a gift to all, but the question arises - will this person's everything be enough? The next lines depict a person who has decided to run away to escape from the world's problems. They have taken an oath of silence and are just a helping hand to people, but they stand in line because they are being called, and the world wants them. The lyrics question - who is the one that you call when you fall? Even though this person has become a rock for everyone else, it is essential to have someone to rely on when they fall.


The chorus of the song talks about how the shoulders of the singer are holding the weight of the world. They are carrying enormous pressure, but the lyrics reassure the listener that everything will be alright. The person speaking tells the listener not to cry and that somehow they will make everything better.


In conclusion, 'These Shoulders' by Signalrunners is a song about the enormous burden that comes with being a people-pleaser. It talks about how the singer's shoulders are holding the weight of the world and the importance of having someone to rely on when they fall. The song is a reflection of how the world expects too much from us, and it becomes essential to have a support system to share our burdens.


Line by Line Meaning

With a smile to melt a thousand hearts
Your smile is so charming and captivating that it has the power to affect and win over multitudes of people.


You've become a gift to all
You have become a valuable asset and source of joy to everyone around you.


But will your everything be enough
Despite giving your all, there is uncertainty if it will be sufficient to meet the expectations placed upon you.


Run away, time to take the way they unwind
Escaping and finding solace is imperative to take a break from the chaos and stress of life.


Sworn to silence, just a helping hand
You have pledged to keep secrets and support others, being a reliable aid without any agenda of your own.


Stand in line
You conform to waiting your turn and following the rules and expectations of others.


They call
Others reach out to you for support and help when they need it.


Oh how they want you, but who's the one you call when you fall?
People often rely on you, but when you're in trouble, it can be unclear who you would turn to for aid and support.


These shoulders are holding the weight of the world
These lines refer to the overwhelming burden of responsibility You're carrying on your shoulders, being accountable for the issues of the troubling world.


Don't you cry, it'll be alright
This is an assurance that despite the difficulties and issues, things will get better.


Somehow we'll make it better
Expressing optimism and confidence in the idea that everyone can work together and actively change things for the better.




Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: ALAN ANDREW NIMMO, ANDREW MICHAEL BAYER, JULIE DONNA THOMPSON

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no idea how a 15 year old track can sound this good and soo ahead of its time still!

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Old is Gold

@RadiantViolet

After hearing this song, it is easily my favorite. It's sensual, but expressive and full of depth.

@VVizeman

Still beautiful

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unreal to this day

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rediscovered this song again after a few years. Just as good as when I first heard it in college.

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HOW can ANYONE 'dislike' this song ? Shame on those 15 !

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Never knew a better track than this one !!!!!!

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the piano riff is amazing! my favourite part of the song!

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