Formed in the summer of 2006 in Vancouver, Washington. The Shivas take cues… Read Full Bio ↴Formed in the summer of 2006 in Vancouver, Washington. The Shivas take cues from all the great psychedelic acts of the 60s. Technically proficient playing, various instrumentation and strong hooks make an immediate impression upon listeners, but it's the timeless sound and feel of The Shivas' music that makes them a band to watch very closely.

Band members include:

Jared Wait-Molyneux - Guitar, Vocals, Keyboard (Piano, Organ, etc.) Harmonica, Mad Mandolin, Slide Guitar
Eric Shanafelt - Congas, Vocals, Dumbek, Djembe, Kick Tambourine and other assorted percussion
Colby Wait-Molyneux - Drum Set, Backing Vocals

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Glória
The Shivas Lyrics

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Gloria won't you see what I want
Gloria don't you hear what I say
I've been waiting down here but you won't come my way
Gloria can't see your face in the mirror
Gloria just take a step come nearer
I've been hanging on the line, waiting for you to pick up the receiver
And don't you tell me one more time I
Came all of this way and not to see her.

Your inaction's not alarming
It's your indifference makes you charming
Gloria won't you see what I want
Gloria don't you hear what I say
I'll be here 'til the end of time,
If I can find some way to make you stay
Gloria
Gloria
But we're burning to the ground
Just waiting to be found

Gloria
Gloria

Overall Meaning

In The Shivas's song "Gloria," the singer pleads with a woman named Gloria to notice him and his feelings for her. He has been waiting for her, but she is not responding to his advances. He begs her to take a step closer to him and wants her to see what he wants and hear what he's saying. He tells her he'll be there until the end of time if he can find a way to make her stay. He admires her indifference, which he finds charming, but it's also frustrating. Despite their situation, the singer suggests that they are burning down while waiting to be found.

The lyrics of "Gloria" convey the idea of unrequited love and the frustration it brings. The singer's love interest, Gloria, appears to be indifferent to his advances. The singer seems to be longing for attention and affection from Gloria. Interestingly, the singer's admiration for Gloria's indifference brings out an unconventional aspect of love, where the feeling of being desired by someone is integral to being in love. The line "But we're burning to the ground, just waiting to be found" implicates a sense of urgency and an underlying signal of how desperate the singer is to have Gloria notice him.

Line by Line Meaning

Gloria won't you see what I want
The singer is asking Gloria to try to understand what he wants from her.

Gloria don't you hear what I say
The singer is telling Gloria to pay attention to what he is saying.

I've been waiting down here but you won't come my way
The singer has been waiting for Gloria to notice him or come to him, but she hasn't shown interest yet.

Gloria can't see your face in the mirror
The singer thinks that Gloria can't see her true self or reflect on her emotions.

Gloria just take a step come nearer
The singer is urging Gloria to take a step closer to him and give him a chance.

I've been hanging on the line, waiting for you to pick up the receiver
The singer has been patiently waiting for Gloria to respond to his messages or calls and start a conversation.

And don't you tell me one more time I
The singer is frustrated with Gloria's lack of response or effort.

Came all of this way and not to see her.
The singer wants to finally see Gloria and have her notice him after putting in effort to be near her.

Your inaction's not alarming
The singer doesn't find Gloria not responding to be a big concern or worry.

It's your indifference makes you charming
The singer thinks that Gloria's aloofness is an attractive trait.

I'll be here 'til the end of time,
The singer is committed to waiting for Gloria no matter how long it takes.

If I can find some way to make you stay
The singer hopes to find a way to catch Gloria's attention and make her want to stay with him.

But we're burning to the ground
The situation between the singer and Gloria feels tumultuous and like it could easily fall apart.

Just waiting to be found
The singer is hoping that Gloria will eventually find him and see what he has to offer.

Gloria
The singer's repeated use of Gloria's name reflects his desire to have her attention and acknowledge his presence.

Gloria
The repetition of Gloria's name continues to emphasize the singer's longing for her.

Writer(s): Eric Shanafelt, Jared Molyneux, Jefferey Schultz, Kristin Leonard

Contributed by Christian T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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