The know how broke up in 2007.
Shifting
The Know How Lyrics
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Walking around thinking everything's fine
Broken glass covers all these streets
Gotta watch what ya say
Gotta watch what ya mean
Big bad self ain't so big anymore
As the giants roll through the revoving door
I don't know how and I don't know why
My hands in fist, a shove means war
I'm starting fights with those I adore
Soon enough we both shall see
What this world has done with me
I don't think you quite understand
I'm shifting, I'm changing, exactly who I am.
The lyrics of "Shifting" by The Know How talks about the internal battle that often occurs within someone when they are going through a difficult time in their life. The song's opening lyrics describe waking up to a cloudy mind, suggesting the singer is feeling lost or confused. Despite this, they try to convince themselves and those around them that everything is okay. The imagery of broken glass covering the streets is a metaphor for the brokenness in their life that they are potentially trying to hide.
As the song progresses, the lyrics reveal a more vulnerable side of the singer. They begin to question their own self-worth and realize that they are not as "big" or strong as they once thought. The line "I'm starting fights with those I adore" is especially poignant, suggesting that the singer's inner turmoil may be affecting their relationships with loved ones.
The chorus of the song, "I'm shifting, I'm changing, exactly who I am," suggests that the singer is going through a period of self-discovery and growth. They may not know where they are headed, but they are committed to finding their true self.
Overall, "Shifting" is a powerful exploration of the emotions that many people experience during times of change and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Woke up this morning, gray clouds in my mind.
I woke up feeling down and staying that way put me in a gloomy mindset.
Walking around thinking everything's fine
Regardless of my state of mind, I aim to keep outward appearances intact.
Broken glass covers all these streets
The environment I'm immersed in feels messy and unsafe.
Gotta watch what ya say
I need to be careful about controlling my tongue around other people.
Gotta watch what ya mean
I also need to closely examine what I think and intend to do before acting on it.
Big bad self ain't so big anymore
I'm no longer as headstrong or self-confident as I used to be.
As the giants roll through the revolving door
Even when I feel like I'm quickly making progress, other unexpected challenges await me.
I don't know how and I don't know why
I feel lost and unsure about why I'm experiencing this internal struggle.
This battle has brewed up inside
I'm feeling intense conflict within myself.
My hands in fist, a shove means war
I'm quick to go on the defensive, possibly overly willing to become violent in self-defense.
I'm starting fights with those I adore
Even people I deeply care about can become the target of my hostility and aggression.
Soon enough we both shall see what this world has done with me
Eventually, everyone will be able to see the ways the world has left a mark on me and shaped my behavior.
I don't think you quite understand
I don't believe others fully comprehend what I'm going through at the moment.
I'm shifting, I'm changing, exactly who I am.
In the midst of all this turmoil, I'm transforming and figuring out my identity in a new way.
Contributed by Sarah E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
stRay
@Sceplecture smh
Just to be clear I completely agree with everything you said except the last line. I also don't mind that it isn't backed up by science. Honestly as long as it isn't interfering with my life I'm down to try anything and shifting falls under that. Now like I said before I don't care if you or anyone else doesn't believe in shifting so good day to you too.
You can stop reading here if you want. I'm just going to paste a reply I added to a different comment and it's pretty long so you are welcome to completely ignore it.
Even "science" was considered stupid and fake at one point because humanity hadn't progressed enough at that time. If those scientists hadn't stuck to their beliefs and tried to find answers we wouldn't know half the stuff we know about the world...and even that could be fake!
A lot of things stuff we consider fact are based on theories that we consider laws, and long ago these laws would have been considered untrue because there were other laws that people believed as fact back then. Later these old laws would be debunked by scientists through many experiments.
But if someone were to conduct an experiment which defied our laws of physics then everything we worked on and learned for the last centuries will completely come crashing down. And even if our laws are accurate, there is still so much we don't know about everything!
The subconscious mind and even just the human mind in general is one of the most mysterious things humans have ever come across. We have no idea what we are and aren't capable of. The best thing to do when it comes to science is too keep an open mind because you never know when everything you believe turns out to be fake.
Now if you consider all of that it honestly doesn't seem too far fetched to think that we can easily become aware of a different reality.
The truth is that you don't have to believe in reality shifting and no one in their right mind will even care so you do you :)
princessfairouz1 Tm
I love how genz is the only generation that gets bored to the point they want to go to a different reality
princessfairouz1 Tm
Green Heart I sorry that happened to you but thank Good you got better and thank you for the advice ๐
Faty Diop
Itโs not about being bored
Main Email
Escapism has always been a thing
chaeryeongswifje
Its not depression or something but Iโve got no friends and my parents doesnโt talk to me! Atleast bieng a human i just want someone to talk to me! And I shift realitys for bts(a korean band) ๐๐
Shelly ;P
I think I've been reality shifting my whole life. I would always put myself into movie, tv, book, fanfic, universes, making myself into a new character of whoever I wanted to be and look like. I just felt like I was just a major daydreamer.
teas_otaku x3
I'm a maladaptive daydreamer and I think you might wanna look into it
EL!..MP4
Everyone shifts, but this seems more on purpose while small shifts are usually accidental!
Bhoomika
EXACTLY SAME
seperada
i still do that, itโs adhd for me but it might be different for you?