Shovel in His Hands
The View Lyrics


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This so called kingdom is hot
Who's gonna bring the rain
This kitchen's getting even hotter
It's sending us insane
The devil is a crackin dancer
The one with the ultimate fee
Why don't you save the last one for him
And come with me
Come with me
His smoke rises from the ground
Out towers all around
Lost at sea he might prefer you drowned,
That you were never found
Dressed to kill
By starving poor people at will
While manipulating minds
With incredible skill
This so called kingdom is hot
Who's gonna bring the rain
This kitchen's getting even hotter
It's sending us insane
The devil is a crackin dancer
The one with the ultimate fee
Why don't you save the last dance for him
And come with me
The devil is a crackin dancer
The one with the ultimate fee
Why don't you save the last dance for him
And come with me
Heavy on the heart
Heavy takes it's toll
Spinning out of time
Am I loosing control
The devil is a crackin dancer





The one with the ultimate fee
Why don't you save the dance for him
And come with me
The devil is a crackin dancer
The one with the ultimate fee
Why don't you save the last one for him
And come with me
The devil is a crackin dancer
The one with the ultimate fee
Why don't you save the dance for him
And come with me
Come with me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The View's song "Shovel in His Hands" appear to depict a sense of turmoil and chaos within a metaphorical "kingdom" that is depicted as being hot, symbolizing tension and conflict. The question posed in the song, "Who's gonna bring the rain," suggests a desire for relief or resolution in the midst of this escalating heat. The imagery of a kitchen becoming increasingly hotter and driving individuals insane conveys a sense of pressure and discomfort reaching its peak.


The mention of the devil as a "crackin dancer" with the ultimate fee implies a malevolent force that is captivating and alluring, potentially leading individuals astray. The suggestion to save the last dance for him and come with the singer may symbolize succumbing to temptation or darkness in the face of overwhelming circumstances. The evocative description of smoke rising, towers surrounding, and being lost at sea hints at a sense of being overwhelmed and at the mercy of external influences.


The references to manipulation, dressing to kill, and controlling minds with skill evoke a sense of power dynamics and exploitation within this tumultuous kingdom. The juxtaposition of the devil's seductive dance with the suffering of the starving poor people suggests a theme of inequality and exploitation. The repeated refrain questioning why the listener should save the dance for the devil and come with the singer reinforces the idea of temptation and moral ambiguity in the face of adversity.


The concluding verses delve into the emotional toll of the situation, with heavy burdens taking their toll and a sense of losing control. The imagery of spinning out of time and being at the mercy of the devil's dance paints a picture of vulnerability and uncertainty. The repetition of the devil as a "crackin dancer" with the ultimate fee serves as a haunting reminder of the consequences of giving in to darker impulses. Ultimately, the call to "come with me" may represent a plea for companionship or shared struggle in the face of adversity and temptation.


Line by Line Meaning

This so called kingdom is hot
The environment or situation we're in feels oppressive and chaotic.


Who's gonna bring the rain
Who will come to relieve the tension or provide a solution to this turmoil?


This kitchen's getting even hotter
The stress and pressure are escalating further.


It's sending us insane
The overwhelming circumstances are driving us to madness.


The devil is a crackin dancer
Evil or temptation is alluring and captivating.


The one with the ultimate fee
Engaging with this temptation comes at a great cost.


Why don't you save the last one for him
Why not dedicate your final effort or commitment to this alluring but dangerous force?


And come with me
I invite you to join me on a different path, away from temptation's grasp.


His smoke rises from the ground
The presence of evil is tangible and pervasive, filling the air.


Out towers all around
The influence of this evil looms large over everything.


Lost at sea he might prefer you drowned,
Being overwhelmed by this chaos might lead to a fate worse than being lost; a desire for disaster.


That you were never found
This chaos wishes to erase your existence entirely.


Dressed to kill
This temptation presents itself in an attractive, deadly guise.


By starving poor people at will
It exploits the vulnerable, depriving them further of what they need.


While manipulating minds
It clever and deceitfully influences people's thoughts and actions.


With incredible skill
This manipulation is executed with great expertise, making it hard to resist.


This so called kingdom is hot
The current state of affairs is oppressive and challenges our safety.


Who's gonna bring the rain
We need someone to intervene and ease this intense pressure.


This kitchen's getting even hotter
The rising tension continues to build, making the situation more frantic.


It's sending us insane
This escalating stress is pushing us beyond our limits.


The devil is a crackin dancer
Temptation remains beguiling, with its seductive and enticing nature.


The one with the ultimate fee
Choosing to dance with temptation involves significant sacrifices.


Why don't you save the last dance for him
Consider reserving your final endeavors or emotional investments for this captivating, yet dangerous force.


And come with me
I offer an alternative path and support, steering clear of this destructive influence.


Heavy on the heart
Emotional burdens weigh heavily on our spirits.


Heavy takes its toll
Carrying these burdens leads to significant distress and hardship.


Spinning out of time
I feel disoriented and out of sync with reality.


Am I loosing control
I question whether I am able to maintain my grip on my own decisions and life.


The devil is a crackin dancer
Temptation remains a compelling force, drawing us in.


The one with the ultimate fee
Engaging with this temptation comes with a severe price.


Why don't you save the dance for him
Why not devote your last effort or loyalty to this dangerous allure?


And come with me
Join me on a safer, more balanced path, away from this temptation.


The devil is a crackin dancer
Evil remains irresistibly charming and captivating.


The one with the ultimate fee
Connecting with this temptation entails significant personal costs.


Why don't you save the last one for him
Consider reserving your final devotion or attention for this compelling yet perilous choice.


And come with me
I beckon you to take a different route with me, away from danger.


The devil is a crackin dancer
The essence of temptation is enchanting and pulls us in.


The one with the ultimate fee
Indulging in this temptation results in extreme sacrifices.


Why don't you save the dance for him
Why not dedicate your final effort to this entrancing yet risky force?


And come with me
I invite you to abandon this perilous choice and accompany me instead.


Come with me
Let us embark on a different path together, finding solace and safety.




Lyrics Β© Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: KIEREN WEBSTER, KYLE FRANCIS FALCONER, PETER REILLY

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