Discography:
1995 - Sleater-Kinney (Chainsaw)
1996 - Call the Doctor (Chainsaw)
1997 - Dig Me Out (Kill Rock Stars)
1999 - The Hot Rock (Kill Rock Stars)
2000 - All Hands on the Bad One (Kill Rock Stars)
2002 - One Beat (Kill Rock Stars)
2005 - The Woods (Sub Pop)
2015 - No Cities to Love (Sub Pop)
2019 - The Center Won't Hold (Mom+Pop)
2021 - Path of Wellness (Mom+Pop)
It's Enough
Sleater-Kinney Lyrics
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baby got a record
taking me home
play it loud
when you're all alone
hear me singin
hear this song
hear my voice
enough it's enough
if you want it that much
it's enough
can't hear nothin
but that sound
it is what you want
are you ready
let's go
hit the floor
shake it baby
a little more
i make
rock and roll
The lyrics of Sleater-Kinney's song "It's Enough" express a deep connection between two people through music. The opening lines describe how the singer's partner has a record that takes them home, conveying the idea that this music is a safe haven for them. This is further emphasized by the command to play it loud when alone, suggesting that the music is a source of strength and solace when things are difficult. The repeated refrain of "enough it's enough" is a declaration that this music is all that's needed to help them through tough times.
The lyrics also convey a sense of freedom through music. The line "can't hear nothin but that sound" emphasizes the power of music to take the listener out of their immediate surroundings and into a world of their own creation. This is reflected in the invitation to "hit the floor" and "shake it baby," suggesting that the music is a catalyst for movement and joy. Finally, the lyrics express the way that music can be a source of creation, allowing the singer to "make rock and roll" and, by extension, to feel empowered and free.
Overall, the lyrics to "It's Enough" convey a deep connection between two people through the power of music, emphasizing both its ability to provide solace and strength in difficult times, as well as to inspire joy and creativity.
Line by Line Meaning
baby got a record
My lover has a collection of music that we can listen to.
taking me home
The music being played is bringing me back to my lover's place.
play it loud
Turn up the volume on the music.
when you're all alone
Listen to the music when you are by yourself.
hear me singin
Listen to me singing along with the music.
hear this song
Pay attention to the particular song being played.
hear my voice
Notice my singing voice and the emotions it conveys.
in your favorite song
The music being played is one of your favorite songs.
enough it's enough
The music is satisfying and fulfilling our needs.
if you want it that much
If you love the music, it is enough for you.
it's enough
The music being played is adequate for our enjoyment.
can't hear nothin
We are so engrossed by the music that we cannot hear anything else.
but that sound
We are completely absorbed in the sound and rhythm of the music.
it is what you want
The music being played fulfills your desires and expectations.
are you ready
Are you prepared to fully appreciate and enjoy the music?
let's go
Let us start listening and enjoying the music.
hit the floor
Start dancing and moving to the music.
shake it baby
Move your body to the beat of the music.
a little more
Let's keep dancing and enjoying the music longer.
i make
I create and perform music.
rock and roll
This particular type of music is rock and roll.
Contributed by Kylie H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.