The music is written by Ester Ideskog and produced together with Sebastian Forslund.
Shake
Vanbot Lyrics
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it comes along with heartache and a cure I need to rest
really need to talk need to talk about it all implode
we all raise the stakes when the darkness arrives
the heart to be convinced
convince to drop the dice
we really need to talk need to talk about it all implode
I see the colors combined into the shape of a hand
so let's talk about that
let's shake on that
I see the shadows rolling in the shape of a storm
that crush just indicates, still the feeling's gone
so let's talk about that
let's shake on that
Its like _____________ against
aiming ___________ in this room as it spins
you really can't stop, can't stop it when it's out of control
____________________ to never ask why
____________________ eye
you really can't stop, can't stop it when it's out of control
I see the colors combined into the shape of a hand
that crushes every corner of the promised land
so let's talk about that
let's shake on that
I see the shadows rolling in the shape of a storm
that crush just indicates, still the feeling's gone
we need to talk about that
let's shake on that
I see the colors combined
into the shape of a hand
that crushes every corner
of the promise land
let's talk about that (I see the colors combined)
let's talk about that (into the shape of a hand)
let's talk about that (that crushes every corner)
let's shake on that, let's shake on that
let's talk about that
let's shake on that, let's shake on that
I see the colors combined into the shape of a hand
that crushes every corner of the promised land
so let's talk about that
let's shake on that
The lyrics to Vanbot's "Shake" describe the feeling of overwhelming pressure and heartache that can result from a difficult situation. The singer acknowledges the need to talk about what's going on in order to gain some relief, but also recognizes the danger of raising the stakes and taking risks when faced with darkness. Despite this, the singer sees the beauty in the blending of colors and shapes, even as they also represent something destructive that crushes the promised land. Ultimately, the lyrics suggest that the only way to deal with these emotions is to confront them head-on and talk things out.
Line by Line Meaning
I can feel the pressure from it boiling in my chest
I am experiencing a lot of stress and anxiety.
it comes along with heartache and a cure I need to rest
This stress is causing me emotional pain and I need to take a break to recover.
really need to talk need to talk about it all implode
I feel like I am going to explode if I don't talk to someone about everything that's going on.
we all raise the stakes when the darkness arrives
When things get tough, we tend to push ourselves even harder.
the heart to be convinced
It's important to convince ourselves to take action.
convince to drop the dice
We need to take risks and make decisions, even if they are uncertain.
I see the colors combined into the shape of a hand that crushes every corner of the promised land
I see everything falling apart and collapsing.
so let's talk about that let's shake on that
We need to discuss these issues and come to an agreement.
I see the shadows rolling in the shape of a storm that crush just indicates, still the feeling's gone
I feel like I am being consumed by a storm and everything is overwhelming, but I am also becoming numb to it all.
Its like _____________ against aiming ___________ in this room as it spins
Everything feels chaotic and out of control, like things are crashing into each other and spinning around.
you really can't stop, can't stop it when it's out of control
It's difficult to gain control once things have spiraled out of hand.
____________________ to never ask why
Sometimes it's better to not question why things are happening and just accept them as they are.
____________________ eye
It's important to keep a clear and focused mind in the face of chaos.
let's talk about that (I see the colors combined)
We need to have a serious conversation about everything that's happening.
let's talk about that (into the shape of a hand)
Let's discuss the situation where everything is collapsing and falling apart.
let's talk about that (that crushes every corner)
We need to address the fact that everything seems to be falling apart.
let's shake on that, let's shake on that
We need to come together and agree on a plan of action.
Writer(s): Adam Olenius, Ester Ideskog
Contributed by Arianna B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.