Shake Me Down

Cage the Elephant

About Shake Me Down

"Shake Me Down" is the first single and fourth track on Cage the Elephant's second album Thank You, Happy Birthday. A music video for the single was released on January 11, 2011. Both the song and the video gained much critical acclaim, and earned a nomination for Best Rock Video at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards


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2011
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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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Cage the Elephant

Cage the Elephant is an American rock band from Bowling Green, Kentucky, that formed in mid-2006. Since their formation, the band has gained a large following in the US as well as the UK and Canada for their sound and their high-energy live performances. The band released their self-titled debut album on May 19, 2008 (June 23, 2008 in the UK). The album made them very popular in both Europe and America. On January 11, 2011, the group released their second album, Thank You, Happy Birthday (March 21, 2011 in the UK). The second album debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, and earned the band much positive reception. Both albums were produced by Jay Joyce of Jive Records. more »

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Written by: Brad Shultz, Daniel Tichenor, Jared Champion, Lincoln Parish, Matt Shultz

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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.
Release Date and Album
The song was released on November 22, 2010, as the first single from their second album, "Thank You, Happy Birthday."
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.
Award Nominations
The song was nominated for a Grammy in the "Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal" category in 2012.
Music Video Recognition
The 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.
Song Genre
Cage 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.
Lyrical Theme
The 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.
Critical Reviews
The 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.
Inspiration Behind the Song
Matt 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.
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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