Soundscape Magazine writer Colm Browne wrote that the song has a "terrific sound that is extremely pleasing to listen to. The lyrics are very simple and short but they seem much more heartfelt and that they may relate to the band personally".
Shade
Silverchair Lyrics
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Why don't you tell someone
Don't feel bad
You're not the only one yeah
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
If you were abused
Find someone to help you
I know you were used
What are you gonna' do?
Yeah
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
Don't go hiding,
Hiding, in the shade,
Hiding, hiding, don't go,
Hiding, hiding, hiding, in the shade,
Yeah, in the shade, in the, in the shade,
In the shade, in the shade, in the shade.
Silverchair's song "Shade" is a poignant message about how the struggles we face in life shouldn't be faced alone, and how we should seek support from others. The opening lines, "If you're hurt, why don't you tell someone? Don't feel bad, you're not the only one," indicate that the singer is speaking to someone who is experiencing pain or trauma that they may be keeping to themselves. The singer is encouraging this person to reach out for help, reminding them that they're not alone, and that others have faced similar struggles.
The second verse brings up the issue of abuse and highlights the importance of finding someone who can help. The lyrics "I know you were used, what are you gonna' do?" lay bare the harsh reality of abuse and the need for a plan of action. The overall message of the song is clear: it's important to address our problems and seek help when we need it. The repeated refrain of "Don't go hiding in the shade" serves as a powerful reminder that we shouldn't let our struggles consume us, and that there is a way through the darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
If your hurt
If you are feeling pain or emotional distress
Why don't you tell someone
Why not confide in someone about your pain
Don't feel bad
Don't feel guilty or ashamed for your pain
You're not the only one yeah
You are not alone in your pain and suffering
Don't go hiding
Don't try to conceal or bury your pain
Hiding in the shade
Trying to avoid confronting and dealing with your pain
If you were abused
If you have been mistreated or harmed by someone else
Find someone to help you
Seek out support and assistance from others
I know you were used
I understand that you were taken advantage of
What are you gonna' do?
What actions will you take to address your past mistreatment or abuse?
Don't go hiding, Hiding, in the shade, Hiding, hiding, don't go, Hiding, hiding, hiding, in the shade, Yeah, in the shade, in the, in the shade, In the shade, in the shade, in the shade.
Reinforcement of the idea to not hide from pain and to seek help in dealing with it.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DANIEL JOHNS, BEN GILLIES
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Lyrics
If you're hurt
Why don't you tell someone
Don't feel bad
You're not the only one,
Yeah
Don't go hiding
Hiding,
In the shade
Eh
Don't go hiding
Hiding,
In the shade
Eh
If you were abused
I'll find someone to help you
I know you were used
What are you gonna do?
Yeah...
Don't go hiding
Hiding,
In the shade
Eh
Don't go hiding
Hiding,
In the shade
Eh
(Instrumental Break)
Don't go hiding
Hiding,
In the shade
Eh
Don't go hiding
Hiding,
In the shade
Eh
Hiding
Hiding
Don't go hiding
Hiding
Hiding,
In the shade
Yeah
In the shade
In the
In the shade
In the shade
In the shade
In the shade
Victor G
If your hurt
Why don't you tell someone
Don't feel bad
You're not the only one yeah
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
If you were abused
Find someone to help you
I know you were used
What are you gonna' do?
Yeah
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
Don't go hiding
Hiding in the shade
Don't go…
leeee_boy2343
I was born in the 80s, and I still listen to this song and silverchair's songs regularly. It keeps my foundations solid.
Jane Porter
Same here
Israel Alceda
If you see this in 2021, I want to tell you that everything will be fine, no matter how difficult it is, we have to move forward
Enwun
Much love
John BTK
I am I am Israel's son Israel's son I am.
Stephen Thomas
I needed to hear that
Brian Cannon
If u stop watching the news you'll be fine.
Sage
This song actually might have saved my life. I was really suicidal but instead I went to my friends house and walked into her mom's room and started crying. Her mom made things better. Also, when I walked into the driveway, before I went into their house, my friends little brother literally ran up to me and goes "hi! Can I have a hug?" and that helped too. Anyways, if you're hurt go tell someone like the song says. If they make it worse or dont care, find someone else. Things get better.
David Apple
Glad you are still here to share your story. It's a hard thing to talk about. Be well. Be blessed 🙌
Jackson
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