Shame
Tiny Dancers Lyrics
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And July ends and August rains over you
Shame, down on the heat
Its taken all your energy
Shame, down on the heat, and
Its taken all your energy
Well time can not tell you to return
Oh this shame, down on the heat
And Its taken all your energy
Shame, down on the heat
For taking all your energy
Shame on the heat
Its taken all your energy
Shame down on the heat
Cos its taken all your energy
The lyrics to the song "Shame" by Tiny Dancer talk about the overwhelming feeling of exhaustion and defeat in the face of something difficult that seems to be winning. The opening lines allude to a time of year when things should be alive and vibrant, but instead everything feels heavy and oppressive. The repetition of the phrase "shame down on the heat" emphasizes the weight of the situation, as if the heat itself is causing the feeling of shame and draining all of the singer's energy.
As the song progresses, there is a sense of resignation and futility. The line "time can not tell you to return" suggests that there is no going back, even though the sun is setting and bringing a new day. The shame and exhaustion are still present, and the heat continues to take everything the singer has. It's a very bleak and hopeless picture painted by the lyrics, but there is also a sense of catharsis in acknowledging those feelings and allowing oneself to feel them fully.
Overall, "Shame" is a raw and emotional song that captures the sense of being completely worn down by life's struggles. The lyrics are powerful and evocative, and they are complemented by the intimate and stripped-down acoustic instrumentation. It's a song that anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed or defeated can relate to, and one that offers a sense of companionship in the midst of struggle.
Line by Line Meaning
When its late at night and alls in bloom
In the late hours of the night, everything appears vibrant and lively.
And July ends and August rains over you
As July comes to an end, the coming of August brings along heavy rain that falls upon you.
Shame, down on the heat
Feeling ashamed due to the burning hot weather.
Its taken all your energy
The intense heat has drained you of all energy you had.
Well time can not tell you to return
No matter how much time passes, it cannot force you to go back home.
Into the house the sun goes down but not for long
Although the sun sets, it does not signify a long period of darkness, as it will soon rise again.
Oh this shame, down on the heat
A feeling of humiliation and dishonor due to the excruciating heat.
And Its taken all your energy
The heat has depleted all the energy in you.
Shame on the heat
The blame is put on the heat, causing a sense of disgrace.
Cos its taken all your energy
Because the heat has sapped all your strength.
Contributed by Cole C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.