Shout
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Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
In violent times
You shouldn't have to sell your soul
In black and white
They really really ought to know
Those one track minds
That took you for a working boy
Kiss them goodbye
You shouldn't have to jump for joy
You shouldn't have to shout for joy
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
They gave you life
And in return you gave them hell
As cold as ice
I hope we live to tell the tale
I hope we live to tell the tale
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
And when you've taken down your guard
If I could change your mind
I'd really love to break your heart
I'd really love to break your heart
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
So come on
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
Come on
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
So come on
Shout
Shout
Let it all out
These are the things I can do without
Come on
I'm talking to you
"Shout" is a song by the British band Tears for Fears, released in 1984 as the second single from their second studio album, "Songs from the Big Chair." The lyrics talk about the frustration of living in a world where people are forced to sacrifice their identity and their values in order to conform to society's expectations. The song's upbeat tempo, catchy melody, and repetitive lyrics make it an anthem for people who feel trapped and powerless.
The first verse talks about the frustration of being forced to sell one's soul in order to succeed in life. The lyrics suggest that this is a common problem in violent times, when people are desperate to survive. The second verse talks about the unfair treatment of working-class people and the need to break free from the one track minds of those who take advantage of them. The third verse talks about the pain of living in a world where people expect you to suppress your emotions and conform to a cold and heartless society.
The chorus is a call to action, urging people to let out their frustration and break free from their frustrations. The repetition of the phrase "come on" creates a feeling of urgency and excitement, as if the singer is urging the listener to take action and make a change in their life. The bridge is a moment of vulnerability, where the singer admits that they would even be willing to break someone's heart in order to change their mind and make them see the truth.
In conclusion, "Shout" is a powerful anthem about the frustration and pain of living in a world where people are forced to sacrifice their identity and their values in order to conform to society's expectations. The song's upbeat tempo, catchy melody, and repetitive lyrics make it an anthem for people who feel trapped and powerless, and the lyrics urge people to embrace their emotions and make a change in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Shout
Express yourself loudly and forcefully
Shout
Continuing to express yourself loudly and forcefully
Let it all out
Release all of your emotions and frustrations
These are the things I can do without
These are the negative influences and experiences in my life that I no longer need
Come on
Encouragement to the listener to participate in the expression
I'm talking to you
Direct address to the listener, emphasizing the importance of the message
In violent times
During times of upheaval and turmoil
You shouldn't have to sell your soul
You should not have to compromise your values or beliefs for survival
In black and white
In clear and obvious terms
They really really ought to know
They should be aware of the negative impact of their actions
Those one track minds
Those who have a narrow and inflexible perspective
That took you for a working boy
Who only saw you as an instrument of labor and not a person
Kiss them goodbye
Disengaging from those people or institutions for self-preservation
You shouldn't have to jump for joy
You should not have to exert extra effort to show appreciation or gratitude
They gave you life
The system or society that you are born into
And in return you gave them hell
The struggle and resistance you have to face in that same system
As cold as ice
Unfeeling and indifferent
I hope we live to tell the tale
Hoping to survive and retell the stories of oppression and resistance
And when you've taken down your guard
When you have let your defenses down
If I could change your mind
If I could persuade you to see things from my perspective
I'd really love to break your heart
I would be delighted to challenge your beliefs and make you feel emotional discomfort
So come on
Urging the listener to continue participating in the expression
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: IAN STANLEY, ROLAND ORZABAL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@droneguy69
Who’s listening to this in 2024?
@kellywelsch7235
Meeee! 🎉❤
@JonathanA-zh8yp
Me❤
@Flatmoonisreal
Well you can’t blame me. Great song Yk
@roxanemunro1161
Me❤
@user-rh5en3kw5k
Meeeeeee such a good song I miss the 80s
@Bardes82
My mom used to always tell me that when I was little, I'm 41 now, that every time this song came on I would drop what I was doing and run into the room and just stand there listening. She died 3 weeks ago. Brings me good memories of her. 😊
@katieedsallreamy4756
It’s nice to have songs to remember your loved ones by😊 My kids new that as soon as I put this song on and I turned it up they knew momma was mad about something
@xxxzxxx5038
sorry for your lost...be strong my friend
@user-yr6sn8cg9u
53... The new wave....