Shackles
Thorsteinn Einarsson Lyrics
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I'ma break these shackles
I was born on the wrong of the sun
Not a paradise
The road was rocky and rough, I learned to run
Live a lonely life
Trouble let me grow a thick skin
'Cause when you're born on the wrong side of the sun
You're walkin' with a
Suitcase full of worries
A backpack full of tears
They've been writin' my stories
All of these years
Now I'ma break loose
I'ma break free
Your shackles, they ain't got a hold on me, no more
Break loose, I'ma be free
Your shackles, they ain't got a hold on
They ain't got a hold on me
Ooh
I'ma break these shackles
Drove my life far away from home
The place I used to know
I sing these blues by the lonely road
But I'm not alone
Well I have a life that's worth a left turn
I do what's right for me
I drove my life far away from home
'Cause I've been walkin' with a
Suitcase full of worries
A backpack full of tears
They've been writin' my stories
All of these years
Now I'ma break loose
I'ma break free
Your shackles, they ain't got a hold on me, no more
Break loose, I'ma be free
Your shackles, they ain't got a hold on
They ain't got a hold on me
Ooh
I'ma break these shackles
Ooh
I'ma break these shackles
Suitcase full of worries
Backpack full of tears
They've been writin' my stories
All of these years
Now I'ma break loose
I'ma break free
Your shackles, they ain't got a hold on me, no more
Break loose, I'ma be free
Your shackles, they ain't got a hold on
They ain't got a hold on me
Ooh
I'ma break these shackles (shackles)
Ooh
I'ma break these shackles
"Shackles" by Thorsteinn Einarsson is a song that's all about breaking free from the confines of one's past and the limitations that it imposes. The lyrics center around the idea of being born into a life that is filled with troubles and hardships, which inevitably shapes the kind of person you become. Growing up on the wrong side of the sun is not always easy, and the song acknowledges the difficulties that come with it. It takes resilience and a willingness to break the mold in order to overcome the challenges that life throws your way. The verses illustrate the journey of the singer, who has fled his hometown and is now living a life that's worth a left turn, doing what's right for him.
The chorus is the most powerful part of the song, as it emphasizes the liberation that comes with breaking free from past hardships. The lyric "Your shackles, they ain't got a hold on me, no more" is repeated throughout, symbolizing how the singer has finally overcome the traumas of their past and is no longer being held back by them. This is further emphasized by the repetition of the phrase "I'ma break these shackles", which signifies a determination to push forward and break free from any limitations that are placed on them.
In summary, "Shackles" is a song about resilience, determination, and personal freedom. It acknowledges the struggles that come with growing up in difficult circumstances and encourages listeners to break free from their past and live a life that's true to themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh
Expressing excitement and anticipation
I'ma break these shackles
I will break free from the limitations and constraints holding me back
I was born on the wrong of the sun
I was born into a difficult and challenging situation, with few opportunities for success
Not a paradise
A place or situation that lacks beauty, joy, or happiness
The road was rocky and rough, I learned to run
I faced adversity and learned to be resilient in order to overcome obstacles
Live a lonely life
Living without company or companionship
Trouble let me grow a thick skin
Difficulties in life have made me emotionally strong and resilient
Had to sharpen my teeth
I had to become tougher and more aggressive in order to survive and succeed
'Cause when you're born on the wrong side of the sun
Being born into a disadvantaged situation makes it harder to succeed in life
You're walkin' with a suitcase full of worries
I carry a heavy burden of concerns and troubles with me everywhere I go
A backpack full of tears
Carrying emotional pain and heartache with me wherever I go
They've been writin' my stories all of these years
Others have defined me and my life story, without me having any control
Now I'ma break loose
I will finally break free from the limitations and constraints that have held me back
I'ma break free
I will finally be independent and do what I want
Your shackles, they ain't got a hold on me, no more
I am free from the constraints that have held me back before
Break loose, I'ma be free
I will finally be free of all constraints and limitations
Drove my life far away from home
I have traveled far from where I started in life, both physically and emotionally
The place I used to know
The home and life I knew before
I sing these blues by the lonely road
Even when alone, I keep moving forward in life
But I'm not alone
I may not have companionship, but I have inner strength and resilience to keep moving forward
Well I have a life that's worth a left turn
I am now making my own decisions and taking my life in a new direction
I do what's right for me
I am no longer living my life for others or according to their expectations
They ain't got a hold on me
I am finally free from the limitations and constraints of others
Ooh
Expressing excitement and anticipation
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kristian Vik, Thorsteinn Einarsson, Tiina Vainikainen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Anton Kern
was für eine tolle Stimme, ein österr. Jahrhunderttalent... Eurovision 2022 4 Austria
Harald Felkl
Er is Isländer
Hannah Pastner
Richtig geiler Song, richtig geiles Musikvideo und das auch noch mit einer tiefgründigen Bedeutung... was will man mehr! Ohrwurm incoming!!!
RMM
Aber so was von!!! ;) Cooler Typ , geiler Song
Rúna Helga Hilmarsdóttir
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NaturKind
Danke das Wir Uns wieder ma nen neuen Song von Dir reinziehen dürfen, Ich lieb deine Musik sowie Dich als Künstler/Artist, hab Dich einmal live gesehen in Spielberg am Red Bull Ring und es war eines der besten Live Konzerte die Ich erleben durfte, hoch lebe die Musik und ebenso lebe deine Musik hoch Thorstein 😁✌🏼
Florian Eder
Richtig starker Song wieder von dir !!! Hoffe wir sehen uns dieses Jahr bald wieder und live auf der Bühne. Alles Liebe bis dahin !!
Elina 🍃
so krass wie er offen darüber spricht!
Er verdient meinen ganzes repekt ..er macht menschen mut ,denen es auch so ähnlich geht ,so wie du es in deinem song beschrieben hast
Danke für diesen unfassbaren tollen Song!!
Zuckerauto
Auch meinen ganzen repekt
2011 Neu
Deine Offenheit hilft so vielen