Lamont is also the co-founder of Love146 - an international organization working to abolish child sex slavery and exploitation. Many of his songs reflect his commitment to this cause and to the restoration of survivors of abuse and exploitation. He has been the musical guest of a wide variety of hosts including GQ Magazine, NBA, International Justice Mission, Yale Sex Week, feminist gatherings, mega churches, synagogues and bars.
Lamont grew up in rural British Columbia, Canada, where he learned to love music, partying with friends and of course ice hockey. He is currently based in New Haven, Connecticut where he continues to pursue music and develop programs for Love146.
Over the years, many friends have collaborated with Lamont under the band name Ten Shekel Shirt including Jonny Rodgers, Austin Morrison, Tommy Lee, Colin Meyer, Jake Carey and Tim Sway.
The Ten Shekel Shirt discography includes Much, Risk and the most recent album Jubilee.
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Come Away
Ten Shekel Shirt Lyrics
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You don't have to live like that
So don't just lay there
Take my hand, take my hand
You don't have to fake it
The things they've done are not okay
So don't just lay there
Come away
Come away
Step outside and say goodbye
To your dark rooms of shame
Take my lead and you will find
Yourself smiling wide
Why give your love
To those who are using you
Why be afraid
Take my hand, take my hand
Don't buy their lies
That keep you hiding from me
'Cause you can make it
Take my hand, take it
Come away
Come away
Step outside and say goodbye
To your dark rooms of shame
Take my lead and you will find
Yourself smiling wide
Come away
Come away
Come away
Come away
Step outside and say goodbye
To your dark rooms of shame
Take my lead and you will find
Yourself smiling wide
Step outside and say goodbye
To your dark rooms of shame
Take my lead and you will find
Yourself smiling wide
Come away
Come away
In these lyrics, the singer is offering a helping hand to someone who is struggling to break free from a situation they feel trapped in. The person is likely experiencing emotional pain and is hiding in a dark room of shame. The singer is urging them to take his hand and step outside, to free themselves from the toxic situation they are in. The singer is communicating that the person does not have to stay there, they don't have to live like that and that the things that have been done to them are not okay. The singer is encouraging the person to come away with him, to leave behind the negative influences and step into the light where they can find their own happiness.
The song seems to be addressing a common struggle for people who are dealing with emotional pain and feeling trapped. The person being addressed may be feeling like they are just going through the motions, faking happiness to get through it all. The singer recognizes that the person has been wounded and is probably struggling to trust others as well. Through the chorus, the singer is offering a way forward, encouraging the person to take his lead and step outside, to leave behind the darkness and find true happiness.
Overall, this song is about finding freedom from the emotional pain that can hold us captive, and recognizing that we don't have to go through it alone. The singer is offering help and support, urging the person to step outside of their current situation and find their own joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Who have to stay there
You are not obligated to stay in a situation that is harmful to you.
You don't have to live like that
There is a better way to live than the life you are currently living.
So don't just lay there
Don't be passive and let the bad things happen to you.
Take my hand, take my hand
I am here for you and I am willing to help you.
You don't have to fake it
You don't have to pretend everything is okay when it's not.
The things they've done are not okay
The things that have been done to you are not acceptable.
Take my hand, take it
I encourage you to trust me and accept my offer of help.
Come away
Escape from your current harmful situation.
Step outside and say goodbye
Leave behind the oppressive environment and break free from it.
To your dark rooms of shame
Leave behind the places that make you feel shameful and unworthy.
Take my lead and you will find
Follow me, and I will help you find a better way to live.
Yourself smiling wide
You will feel happier and more fulfilled in your life.
Why give your love
You are giving too much of yourself to people who do not appreciate or value you.
To those who are using you
The people you are investing in are exploiting and taking advantage of you.
Why be afraid
You don't need to be afraid to leave behind the toxic things in your life.
Don't buy their lies
Don't believe the things that the people who are harming you are saying.
That keep you hiding from me
The lies are keeping you from accepting the help that I want to give you.
'Cause you can make it
You are strong enough to overcome the obstacles in your life.
Come away
I urge you to leave behind the negativity and seek a better life.
Step outside and say goodbye
Embrace the change and say goodbye to the things that have been holding you back.
To your dark rooms of shame
Don't let the things that make you feel unworthy continue to control your life.
Take my lead and you will find
I will help guide you to a more positive and fulfilling life.
Yourself smiling wide
You will feel happier and more fulfilled in your life.
Come away
I want you to escape from the harmful things in your life.
Come away
Reject the negativity and embrace a more positive way of living.
Step outside and say goodbye
Embrace the courage and strength to move beyond your current situation.
To your dark rooms of shame
Leave behind the things that make you feel unworthy.
Take my lead and you will find
Follow my guidance and advice to find a better life.
Yourself smiling wide
You will feel happier and more fulfilled in your life.
Step outside and say goodbye
Choose to break free from the negative things that have been holding you down.
To your dark rooms of shame
Leave behind the things that make you feel ashamed of yourself.
Take my lead and you will find
I will offer support and guidance to help you achieve a happier life.
Yourself smiling wide
You will feel happier and more fulfilled in your life.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JAMES VAN HEUSEN, SAMMY CAHN
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