Shake
Victoria Justice Lyrics
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People talk about each other; so heartless,
But I don’t want to hear those conversations,
I just want to feel the good vibrations.
Whatever happened to the simple pleasures.
It’s hard to live when there’s so much pressure,
But I don’t want to think about the ending
Ohhhhh ohhh
You know life’s too short to be complicated.
Ohhhhh ohhh
Sometimes, sometimes
Sometimes you gotta,
Shake, shake what your mama gave you.
Pull out your Michael J. moves,
And dance with the record on.
Sometimes, you gotta get
Down, down at the supermarket
Even if there’s people watchin’
Just because you like the song.
Sometimes, you gotta just
Shake, shake shake shake shake shake.
Sometimes, you gotta just
Shake, shake shake shake shake shake.
Yeah, do we really even know what matters
When we’re stuck inside the same old patterns?
You know it’s easy to forget that feelin’
When the kid in your heart stops dreamin’.
Doesn’t matter if you’re six or sixty,
It doesn’t matter if you’re rich or fifty.
If the moment feels right, just do it.
Who cares if you’re lookin’ foolish?
Ohhhhh ohhh
You know life’s too short to be complicated.
Ohhhhh ohhh
Sometimes, sometimes
Sometimes you gotta
Shake, shake what your mama gave you.
Pull out your Michael J. moves,
And dance with the record on.
Sometimes, you gotta get
Down, down at the supermarket
Even if there’s people watchin’
Just because you like the song.
Sometimes, you gotta just
Shake, shake shake shake shake shake
Sometimes, you gotta just
Shake, shake shake shake shake shake (ohhhhh ohhhhh)
Tell me, is it wrong if it makes you feel right?
You’ll never know if you don’t even try.
Let it go, you might find that you like to...
Shake, shake what your mama gave you,
Pull out your Michael J. moves,
And dance with the record on.
Sometimes, you gotta get
Down, down at the supermarket
Even if there’s people watching
Just because you like the song.
Sometimes you gotta just
Shake, shake what your mama gave you.
Pull out your Michael J. moves,
And dance with the record on.
Sometimes, you gotta get
Down, down at the supermarket
Even if there’s people watching
Just because you like the song (just because you like the song)
Sometimes you gotta just
Shake, shake a little shake a little now.
Shake, shake a little shake a little now. (sometimes you gotta shake)
Shake, shake a little shake a little now. (whhhooa)
Shake, shake a little shake a little now.
Sometimes, you gotta just... shake.
"Shake" by Victoria Justice is a song that encourages people to let go of their inhibitions and embrace the moment. The song criticizes the modern tendency to overthink and strive for perfection, which often leads to dissatisfaction and anxiety. The lyrics paint a picture of a world where everything is complicated and people are too self-conscious to enjoy themselves. The artist longs for the simple pleasures of life that have become lost in the modern world, and suggests that people should dance and enjoy themselves even if they look foolish.
The chorus of the song repeats three times and emphasizes the importance of shaking what your mama gave you. The phrase is used to encourage people to let loose and dance, whether they are at home or in a public space. The song celebrates the joy of movement and the power of music to bring people together. In essence, the song is a call to action, urging people to break free from the constraints of their daily lives and embrace the liberating power of dance.
In today's society, there is a lot of pressure to look a certain way or act certain kinds of ways. The song speaks out against these toxic traits and encourages people to embrace their true selves. It recognizes that life can be challenging, but it is important to push through and enjoy the moment. Life is too short to be so complicated, and we should take every opportunity to enjoy ourselves. In the end, the song serves as a reminder to live life to the fullest, and to always be free to be yourself.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately everybody’s so self-conscious,
People these days are overly concerned about what others think of them
People talk about each other; so heartless,
Gossip and rumors are rampant and people are not considerate of others' feelings
But I don’t want to hear those conversations,
I'm choosing to tune out the negativity and drama
I just want to feel the good vibrations.
I want to be surrounded by positivity and good energy
Whatever happened to the simple pleasures.
Why is life so complicated and stressful now when it used to be simple and enjoyable?
It’s hard to live when there’s so much pressure,
The demands of modern life can be overwhelming and stressful to deal with
But I don’t want to think about the ending
I'm not dwelling on the negative possibilities of the future
‘Cause every moment is a new beginning.
I'm focusing on the potential for good in each and every moment
Sometimes you gotta,
Occasionally it's necessary to
Shake, shake what your mama gave you.
Dance and move your body to the beat
Pull out your Michael J. moves,
Bust out your best dance moves inspired by Michael Jackson
And dance with the record on.
Enjoy the music and let it move you
Sometimes, you gotta get
Once in a while you need to
Down, down at the supermarket
Dance and groove to the music in a place you wouldn't normally expect, like the grocery store
Even if there’s people watchin’
Don't worry about who may be watching or judging you
Just because you like the song.
If you're feeling the music, dance to it without any other reservations or expectations
Yeah, do we really even know what matters
It's unclear what truly matters in life
When we’re stuck inside the same old patterns?
We can get caught up in routines and habits that may not be fulfilling or meaningful
You know it’s easy to forget that feelin’
It's easy to lose touch with the joy and lightness we felt as children
When the kid in your heart stops dreamin’.
When we lose our sense of wonder and dreams for the world, we can feel weighed down and uninspired
Doesn’t matter if you’re six or sixty,
Age doesn't matter when it comes to enjoying life and being happy
It doesn’t matter if you’re rich or fifty.
Wealth or status doesn't dictate whether or not you can have fun and enjoy life
If the moment feels right, just do it.
If you're feeling the urge to dance or move, go for it without hesitation
Who cares if you’re lookin’ foolish?
Don't worry about looking silly or embarrassed - just dance like nobody's watching
Tell me, is it wrong if it makes you feel right?
Is there anything inherently wrong with doing something that brings you joy and happiness?
You’ll never know if you don’t even try.
You may miss out on wonderful experiences if you never take a chance and try something new
Let it go, you might find that you like to...
Release your reservations and let yourself get lost in the dance and movement
Shake, shake a little shake a little now.
Move and groove to the rhythm of the song
Shake, shake a little shake a little now. (sometimes you gotta shake)
Embrace the need to shake it up and have fun every once in a while
Shake, shake a little shake a little now. (whhhooa)
Get into the music and let yourself go
Shake, shake a little shake a little now.
Dance and enjoy the feel-good vibes
Sometimes, you gotta just... shake.
Sometimes all you can do is let loose and dance without any other worries or concerns
Contributed by Austin C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
esmaeel kassem
This song is a masterpiece... Who wants her to continue?? I do
Rohith
Me!
Rohith
#EpicMasterpiece
Μαρικαιτη Αυγ.
https://youtu.be/XSLIgUkrdio this is her new song❤
Ariana The Queen
SHE'S BACK Y'ALL!! :D
nove2016
she has a new song now :)
Spike Thunder
I seriously want a Victoria Justice album and Elizabeth Gillies album
Those girls are so damn talented
Amanda Kienlen
Jennette McCurdy has 1 album and Miranda Cosgrove has 2 albums.
rA1Ni D4z3
and miranda
Brianna Lee
Spike Thunder yes. I love this, Make it in America, Here's to Us (all written by Victoria) and Cheer me Up. I didn't like the song Gold.