Shake Me Down
Cage the Elephant
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Shake me down, Not a lot of people left around, Who knows now, Softly laying on the ground, oh Not a lot people left around, oh, oh In my life, I have seen, People walk into the sea, Just to find memories, Plagued by constant misery, Their eyes cast down, Fixed upon the ground, Their eyes cast down I'll keep my eyes fixed on the sun Shake me down, Cut my hair on a silver cloud, Broken sound, Softly laying on the ground, oh Not a lot people left around, oh, oh In my past, bittersweet, There's no love between the sheets, Taste the blood, broken dreams, Lonely times indeed, With eyes cast down, Fixed upon the ground, Eyes cast down I'll keep my eyes fixed on the sun Turn back now its time for me to let go, Way down had to find a place to lay low, Lampshade turned around into a light post Walk around the corner, Never saw it coming still, I try to make a move, It almost stopped me from belief, I don't wanna know the future, But I'm like rolling thunder, Even on a cloudy day, Even on a cloudy day, Even on a cloudy day, Even on a cloudy day, Even on a cloudy day, Even on a cloudy day, Even on a cloudy day, I'll keep my eyes fixed on the I'll keep my eyes fixed on the I'll keep my eyes fixed on the sun Shake me down, Not a lot of people left around
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Written by: Brad Shultz, Daniel Tichenor, Jared Champion, Lincoln Parish, Matt Shultz
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, 4U2ASKY ENTERTAINMENT INC
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Shake Me Down" is a song by the American alternative rock band, Cage the Elephant. This band was formed in Bowling Green, Kentucky in 2006.
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Release Date and AlbumThe song was released on November 22, 2010, as the first single from their second album, "Thank You, Happy Birthday."
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Chart Performance"Shake Me Down" debuted on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart at number 35 and eventually reached number one, making it their first number-one single on a Billboard chart.
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Award NominationsThe song was nominated for a Grammy in the "Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal" category in 2012.
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Music Video RecognitionThe music video for "Shake Me Down" was named one of the best of the year by MTV in 2011. It features a poignant story of loneliness and the inevitability of death.
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Song GenreCage the Elephant is known for a mix of rock genres, and "Shake Me Down" explores the grunge side. The song contains a blend of melodic elements with a raw, grunge tonality.
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Lyrical ThemeThe lyrics of "Shake Me Down" have been interpreted to explore themes of youth, mortality, and inner strength. Lead vocalist Matt Schultz has described the song as a personal exploration of life's continuity amidst trials and change.
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Critical ReviewsThe song has been generally well-received by critics. Many praise it for its bold, truthful lyrics and distinctive sound that makes a departure from Cage the Elephant’s previous work.
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Inspiration Behind the SongMatt Shultz, the lead singer, said in an interview that the song is about feeling oppressed and down on your luck but still looking for a hopeful outcome.
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Live Performances"Shake Me Down" is often highlighted for its vibrant live renditions, exhibiting the band's high-energy performances and Matt's charismatic stage presence.
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