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Tragedy Machine's debut album "Pacify" released June 7th 2011 through most online digital retailers! You can also order your own personally signed physical copy at www.TragedyMachines.com!

[Bio]
Tragedy Machine, was formed in Phoenix, Arizona
United States in 2009
Undefined by the parameters of conventional modern rock, Tragedy Machine is the cultivation of ideas inspired by two members, brothers in fact, of the heavy/melodic rock band Digital Summer. Captivating vocals and tranquilizing instrumentation steer Tragedy Machine in an unforeseeable direction bound only to the laws of sound itself.

TM is the audio conception of Kyle Winterstein / Ian Winterstein.

"Science may have found a cure for most evils; but it has found no remedy for the worst of them all -- the apathy of human beings."

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Shadows
Tragedy Machine Lyrics

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You got me looking at that heaven in your eyes
I was chasing your direction
I was telling you no lies
And I was loving you
When the words are said, baby, I lose my head
And in a world of people, there's only you and I
There ain't nothing come between us in the end
How can I hold you when you ain't even mine

Only you can see me through
I leave it up to you

Do it light, taking me through the night
Shadow dancing, baby you do it right
Give me more, drag me across the floor
Shadow dancing, all this and nothing more

All that I need is just one moment in your arms
I was chasing your affection
I was doing you no harm
And I was loving you
Make it shine, make it rain, baby I know my way
I need that sweet sensation of living in your love
I can't breath when you're away, it pulls me down
You are the question and the answer am I
Only you can see me through
I leave it up to you

Do it light, taking me through the night
Shadow dancing, baby you do it right
Give me more, drag me across the floor
Shadow dancing, all this and nothing more

And in this world of people there's only you and I
There ain't nothing come between us in the end
Ah, can I hold you when you ain't even mine
Only you can see me through
I leave it up to you

Do it light, taking me through the night
Shadow dancing, baby you do it right
Give me more, drag me across the floor
Shadow dancing, all this and nothing more

Do it light, taking me through the night
Shadow dancing, baby you do it right
Give me more, drag me across the floor
Shadow dancing, all this and nothing more

Do it light, taking me through the night
Shadow dancing, baby you do it right

Give me more, drag me across the floor
Shadow dancing, all this and nothing more

Overall Meaning

The opening line of "Shadows" by Tragedy Machine sets the stage for a love that is unattainable. The singer has fallen for someone who is already taken, trying to catch their attention and win their heart. Despite the obstacles between them, the singer is willing to chase this love without any hesitation because there is nothing else that matters. The chorus becomes a plea to physically hold the object of their affection close, treating them with the tenderness they deserve. All the singer wants is a chance to be with their love, even if just for a moment.

The lyrics in "Shadows" create a sense of longing and yearning. The singer wants to be held and loved by the person they are singing about but realizes it may never happen. They are resigned to letting this person dictate the direction of their relationship, letting them decide if they will ever be together. Each verse in the song is filled with desire and hope, contrasting the reality that their relationship may never blossom.

Line by Line Meaning

You got me looking at that heaven in your eyes
I am mesmerized by you and deeply in love with you.

I was chasing your direction
I desperately wanted to be with you and follow your lead.

I was telling you no lies
I was always honest with my feelings and intentions towards you.

And I was loving you
I had a strong affection and attachment to you.

When the words are said, baby, I lose my head
I become overwhelmed and consumed by my emotions when I express my feelings to you.

And in a world of people, there's only you and I
You are my focus and my everything in this vast and crowded world.

There ain't nothing come between us in the end
No matter what happens, our love will stay strong and unbreakable.

How can I hold you when you ain't even mine
I desire to be with you, but I am not sure if I can have you.

Only you can see me through
Only you can truly understand me and my emotions.

I leave it up to you
I trust you to make the right decisions for us.

Do it light, taking me through the night
Engage with me tenderly and lovingly all through the night.

Shadow dancing, baby you do it right
Dancing with you in the shadows feels romantic and enchanting.

Give me more, drag me across the floor
I desire your attention and affection wholeheartedly.

Shadow dancing, all this and nothing more
Our mysterious and intimate moments together are all that matter to me.

All that I need is just one moment in your arms
Being held in your arms for just one moment is all I crave.

I was chasing your affection
I yearned for your love and approval.

I was doing you no harm
My intentions towards you were always pure and genuine.

Make it shine, make it rain, baby I know my way
I know how to make our relationship thrive and I will do whatever it takes to make it work.

I need that sweet sensation of living in your love
I crave the warmth and tenderness of your love.

I can't breathe when you're away, it pulls me down
Being apart from you feels suffocating and depressing.

You are the question and the answer am I
You are the mystery I am trying to unravel and I am the solution to all your problems.

And in this world of people there's only you and I
Our love is unique and special in this crowded and chaotic world.