Shelter
the brand Lyrics
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There's no flies on me
Life can't deliver
No surprise to me
Got a head full of trouble
The world's weight on my back
I'm a fighter
I survive like that
I'm a modern enigma
I am living proof
Cold eyes speaking volumes
Of my troubled youth
I believe in the future
>From mistakes I have grown
Leaving the shadows
Which were once my home
Need your hand to help me over
Need your shoulder
Need your light to bring me closer
To your shelter
Been so long in the bitter
City air I breath
Seen a million believers
Cry in disbelief
I won't give in to the pressure
Keep my spirit intact
'Cause I know when I need you
You will watch my back
CHORUS:
Need your hand to help me over
Need your shoulder
Need light to bring me closer
To your shelter
Need your hand to help me over
Need your shoulder
Need your light to bring me closer
To your shelter
They can't take you away from me
When they try it only makes me stronger
Through the dark it's your light I see
Helping to show me the way
Knowing I'll be safe in your shelter
Knowing I'll be safe in your shelter
Knowing I'll be safe in your shelter
Knowing I'll be safe in your shelter
Repeat Chorus Once
The lyrics of Shelter by the band are about a person who was born and raised in the city, but despite the challenges and problems they've experienced, they've become a fighter and a survivor. The lyrics are full of self-reflection and introspection, as the person looks back at their troubled youth and mistakes they've made while also looking forward to the future. The chorus emphasizes the message of the song, which is the person's need for a shelter that offers comfort, support, and safety.
The first verse of the song describes the person's tough exterior and how they've developed a head full of trouble over the years. They acknowledge that life can be predictable, and they're not surprised by the challenges they face. The second verse talks about how the person is an enigma and living proof of their survival. Although they have a past filled with shadows, they've grown from their mistakes and believe in the future. The chorus repeats that they need someone to help them through their struggles and provide a safe space where they can find shelter from all the difficulties of the world.
The song's overall message is one of hope, even in the face of adversity. Despite the challenges that the person may face, they know that they can rely on someone to provide them with the comfort they need in their times of need. The song also emphasizes the importance of having someone support you, no matter what you've been through in life.
Line by Line Meaning
I was born in the city
I come from an urban environment
There's no flies on me
I am not easily deceived
Life can't deliver
I have experienced many struggles
No surprise to me
Difficulties are not unexpected
Got a head full of trouble
My thoughts are plagued by worries
The world's weight on my back
The weight of the world's problems bears down on me
I'm a fighter
I am resilient and persistent
I survive like that
I persist and endure difficult situations
I'm a modern enigma
I'm a person who is difficult to understand and mysterious
I am living proof
I am evidence of something significant
Cold eyes speaking volumes
My eyes reveal much about me
Of my troubled youth
Of the hardships I've experienced in the past
I believe in the future
I have hope for what is to come
From mistakes I have grown
Adversity has helped me learn and develop
Leaving the shadows
I am moving away from darkness and hardship
Which were once my home
I used to be comfortable with negativity and hardship
Need your hand to help me over
I require assistance to overcome my struggles
Need your shoulder
I need support and understanding
Need your light to bring me closer
I need guidance to move forward
To your shelter
To a place or person where I feel safe and protected
Been so long in the bitter
I've been living in a negative atmosphere for a long time
City air I breath
I've been breathing polluted air and dealing with negative influences
Seen a million believers
I've observed many people get disappointed
Cry in disbelief
Crying because of the disappointment
I won't give in to the pressure
I refuse to give up or be defeated
Keep my spirit intact
I keep my optimism and enthusiasm
'Cause I know when I need you
Because I trust that you will be there when I need help
You will watch my back
You will support and protect me
They can't take you away from me
No one can separate us
When they try it only makes me stronger
Attempts to divide us only makes us closer
Through the dark it's your light I see
During difficult times, I rely on your guidance
Helping to show me the way
You help me find my path
Knowing I'll be safe in your shelter
I am confident that I can be protected and feel safe with you
Repeat Chorus Once
Reiterate the chorus
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAN KINCAID
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@piper-ct2vy
Jan Kincaid love this still groovin in 2023
@wiwilson1961
most under rated group of all time
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Truth^^^
@mhsilver1000
It's a pity!
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… …That’s Right …. You Tell ‘Em!!
@tywilliamnash5078
I bought this CD Album soon after it came out , when a good friend turned me on to it. I don’t know where it or any of my music collection went after three apartment moves later. I’m glad I stumbled across this on YouTube browsing just now. It’ll remind me to get another copy.
@chrisodriscoll3077
Underrated by who ? Anyone who knows anything about music knows Brand New Heavies are 100% legit .
@behindbarsmototouring898
One of theme songs of my life...and still listening in 2023
@Fatima502
For me, this defined my summer of 1997. In the past 24 years, I forgot how good it was.
@funkwiccas7860
I mean ... still hits hard this baseline ... thank you for amazing music BNH. Forever a fan 🙏🏾