Shake it off
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I stay out too late, got nothin' in my brain
That's what people say, mmm hmm, that's what people say, mmm hmm
I go on too many dates, but I can't make 'em stay
At least that's what people say mmm mmm, that's what people say mmm mmm

But I keep cruising, can't stop, won't stop moving
It's like I got this music in my mind, sayin' gonna be alright
'Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off

I'll never miss a beat, I'm lightning on my feet
And that's what they don't see mmm mmm, that's what they don't see mmm mmm
I'm dancing on my own (dancing on my own), I'll make the moves up as I go (moves up as I go)
And that's what they don't know mmm mmm, that's what they don't know mmm mmm

But I keep cruising, can't stop, won't stop grooving
It's like I got this music in my mind saying it's gonna be alright

'Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off

I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off

Hey, hey, hey
Just think while you've been getting down and out about the liars and the dirty, dirty cheats in the world
You could have been getting down to this sick beat

My ex-man brought his new girlfriend
She's like "oh my God", but I'm just gonna shake it
And to the fella over there with the hella good hair
Won't you come on over, baby, we can shake, shake, shake, yeah oh

'Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate (haters gonna hate me)
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake (the fakers baby)
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off

I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off




I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off

Overall Meaning

In "Shake It Off," Taylor Swift sings about ignoring the naysayers and critics who try to bring her down. She admits that she has her flaws and makes mistakes, but ultimately chooses to "shake it off" and keep moving forward. The first verse discusses how people may judge her for staying out too late and going on too many dates, but Swift doesn't let their opinions hold her back. Instead, she keeps on dancing and moving to the beat of her own drum. The chorus reinforces this theme of ignoring the haters and not letting them affect her, as she sings "the players gonna play, play, play, play, play / And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate / Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake."


The second verse further emphasizes Swift's confidence and independence. She says she never misses a beat and makes up the moves as she goes, not caring what others may think. The bridge features references to both her past and present relationships, and how she chooses to handle them. She acknowledges that her ex has moved on with someone new, but instead of feeling jealous, she decides to shake it off and not dwell on it. Finally, she invites someone with "hella good hair" to come dance and shake it off with her, reinforcing the idea of enjoying life and not letting the negative thoughts of others bring you down.


Overall, "Shake It Off" is an anthem of self-confidence and resilience, encouraging listeners to ignore the haters and not let anyone hold them back.


Line by Line Meaning

I stay out too late, got nothin' in my brain
I have a tendency to stay out late, often with nothing productive to do.


That's what people say, mmm hmm, that's what people say, mmm hmm
Others might have an unfavorable opinion of me because of these tendencies.


I go on too many dates, but I can't make 'em stay
I have a habit of going on many dates, but often, these relationships do not last.


At least that's what people say mmm mmm, that's what people say mmm mmm
Others might think that I am incapable of holding a stable relationship.


But I keep cruising, can't stop, won't stop moving
Despite judgment from others, I will continue to live my life the way I see fit.


It's like I got this music in my mind, sayin' gonna be alright
I have a positive outlook on life and refuse to let others bring me down.


'Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
There will always be people who will do what they want, regardless of what others think or say.


And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate
There will always be people who will dislike and judge others, regardless of their actions.


Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I will not let these negative attitudes affect me and will continue to live my life freely.


I shake it off, I shake it off
I will physically and mentally discard any negativity directed towards me.


Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
People have a tendency to break hearts, and this is a fact of life.


And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake
There will always be people who are inauthentic, regardless of their motivations.


Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I will not let these negative attitudes affect me and will continue to live my life freely.


I'll never miss a beat, I'm lightning on my feet
I am quick and agile, and always able to adapt to new situations.


And that's what they don't see mmm mmm, that's what they don't see mmm mmm
Others may not recognize the strength and resilience that I possess.


I'm dancing on my own (dancing on my own), I'll make the moves up as I go (moves up as I go)
I will dance to the beat of my own drum and make decisions based on what feels right at the moment.


And that's what they don't know mmm mmm, that's what they don't know mmm mmm
Others may not realize the extent to which I am able to take control of my own life.


Hey, hey, hey
A celebratory interjection, indicating that I am happy and living my life to the fullest.


Just think while you've been getting down and out about the liars and the dirty, dirty cheats in the world
While others may be focusing on negative and dishonest people in the world, I have chosen to focus on myself and my personal growth.


You could have been getting down to this sick beat
Instead of dwelling on negativity, you could have been enjoying the music and embracing positivity.


My ex-man brought his new girlfriend She's like "oh my God", but I'm just gonna shake it
Despite the presence of people and situations that may have previously caused me hurt, I will not let them control my emotions and will continue to live freely.


And to the fella over there with the hella good hair Won't you come on over, baby, we can shake, shake, shake, yeah oh
I extend an invitation to others to join me in living their lives confidently and without fear of judgment.


I shake it off, I shake it off I, I shake it off, I shake it off I, I shake it off, I shake it off I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I repeat my commitment to shaking off negativity and confidently living my best life.




Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: TAYLOR SWIFT, MAX MARTIN, KARL JOHAN SCHUSTER

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@steveburden7999

I stay out too late, got nothin' in my brain
That's what people say, mmm hmm, that's what people say, mmm hmm
I go on too many dates, but I can't make 'em stay
At least that's what people say mmm mmm, that's what people say mmm mmm

But I keep cruising, can't stop, won't stop moving
It's like I got this music in my mind, sayin' gonna be alright

'Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off

I'll never miss a beat, I'm lightning on my feet
And that's what they don't see mmm mmm, that's what they don't see mmm mmm
I'm dancing on my own (dancing on my own), I'll make the moves up as I go (moves up as I go)
And that's what they don't know mmm mmm, that's what they don't know mmm mmm

But I keep cruising, can't stop, won't stop grooving
It's like I got this music in my mind saying it's gonna be alright

'Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off

I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off

Hey, hey, hey
Just think while you've been getting down and out about the liars and the dirty, dirty cheats in the world
You could have been getting down to this sick beat

My ex-man brought his new girlfriend
She's like "oh my God", but I'm just gonna shake it
And to the fella over there with the hella good hair
Won't you come on over, baby, we can shake, shake, shake, yeah oh

'Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate (haters gonna hate me)
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake (the fakers baby)
Baby, I'm just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off

I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I shake it off, I shake it off








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@emilysandrini896

I love this video because she seems like she's having so much fun and she didn't even plan the dances.

@maristelalemesdasilva5960

Emily vc Γ© BR?

@DavidBanksBayley

I love this song and the videoβ€β€β€πŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œ

@andyjones3095

EXCELLENT COMMENT

@monroemc8412

Her Music is important than planning dances

@khairulfaiz7398

@@monroemc8412 she improved it in Look what you made me do video

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@Maximillian2414

"I stay up too late, got nothing to my brain"
- every students trying to study before exam felt it.

@nasrulfatah2998

Me in nutshell

@sA-jt8yh

Haha yh

@andyjones3095

COOL COMMENT

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